We have established an on-line ‘ Venmo’ account which will allow Venmo users to electronically transfer funds to the new Chapter treasurer, Bob Leicht.*Īgain, this is only an option, not a requirement. The Chapter is offering another option to submit membership dues or fees for events, other than cash or mailing a written check. Please select the dues payment that you prefer and is appropriate for your needs and then forward your check, payable to SFA Chapter 19, to: *Portions of these fees go to Chapter XIXĪs a reminder, if you are a Life Member of the Special Forces Association, Chapter 19 or otherwise, you are not required to pay dues. Life membership over 65 (dues not current) 345.00 Life membership (under 65) (dues not current) 475.00 Life membership over 65 (dues current) 320.00 DUES NOT RECEIVED BY 31 JANUARY 2023 IS CONSIDERED LATE AND SUBJECT TO A MEMBERSHIP REINSTATEMENT FEE Special Forces Association Dues Payment Schedule Additionally, the applicant must submit two letters of recommendation from SF/SFA members who have first hand knowledge of the applicant’s significant contribution. Examples of assignment proof include the Form 20, ERB, ORB, or assignment orders to a Special Forces Unit or operation in direct support of Special Forces Operations. Supporting documents must accompany all applications submitted demonstrating the assignment of the applicant and his significant contribution to the SF mission. Any company grade officer or enlisted member awarded the CIB or CMB while serving for at least 120 consecutive days in one of the following type organizations:įor Associate Members: Applicants for Associate Membership must have served for at least two years with an SF unit, served in a combat zone with SF for at least six months, or have contributed in a unique and definable way if the time periods are not met. 6th Army Special Reconnaissance Unit (Alamo Scouts), February 1944 to September 1945. OSS Maritime Unit, April 1942 to September 1945.į. OSS Operational Groups, May 1944 to May 1945.Į. OSS Jedburgh Detachments, May 1944 to May 1945.ĭ. OSS Detachment 101, April 1942 to September 1945.Ĭ. 1st Special Service Force, August 1942 to December 1944.ī. The SF Tab may be awarded prior to 1955 for at least 120 consecutive days in one of the following organizations:Ī. Served with a Special Forces unit during wartime and were either unable to or not required to attend a formal program of instruction but were awarded SQI “S”, “3″, or “5G” by competent authority.Ģ. The SF Tab may be awarded retroactively to all personnel who performed the following wartime service.ġ. Bragg reviews historical documents and documents provided by applicants to determines if personnel are eligible for awarding of the SF Tab based on AR 600-8-22 which states: The Special Forces Proponency office at Ft. The SFA can assist potential applicants in submitting for the awarding of a Special Forces Tab which will prove eligibility. In some rare instances from the Vietnam era, proof of qualification may be difficult to obtain. Simply being assigned to a Special Forces coded position does not denote SF qualification. More than one document substantiating qualification is recommended. Form 20, ERB, or ORB demonstrating assignment history is recommended for Decade member applicants. Examples of documents include the DD-214, Graduation Certificate from SFQC/SFOC, orders assigning a SF MOS, and SF Tab orders. Applications received without documentation will be returned as incomplete.įor Decade and General Members: Supporting documents must accompany all applications submitted which provide undeniable proof of Special Forces qualification. The documentation provided should leave no doubt as to the applicant’s eligibility to avoid delays in processing. Applicants for membership in the Special Forces Association must provide supporting documentation to prove eligibility.
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