MOAA
The Retired Officers Association
"To advocate for military officers, their families, and survivors."
About the Military Officers Association of America
The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan professional military association founded in 1929 to advocate for the rights, benefits, and quality of life of uniformed service members and their families. MOAA represents officers and service members across all branches and components of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Who the Association Serves
The Military Officers Association of America serves current, former, and retired commissioned officers of the United States Armed Forces, National Guard, Reserve, Public Health Service, and NOAA Corps. MOAA also supports military spouses, survivors, and the broader uniformed services community.
What the Association Does
- Advocates before Congress and federal agencies on military pay, benefits, and readiness
- Provides expert guidance on military retirement, healthcare, and survivor benefits
- Supports military spouse employment, education, and caregiver initiatives
- Delivers financial education, transition assistance, and professional resources
- Engages members through publications, policy analysis, and national outreach
Where the Association Operates
The Military Officers Association of America operates nationally with headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. Advocacy, programs, and member services are delivered across the United States through national staff, councils, and a nationwide network of local MOAA chapters.
Membership Eligibility
Membership in the Military Officers Association of America is service-based and inclusive.
- Membership is open to commissioned and warrant officers of the uniformed services, including Active, Reserve, National Guard, retired, and former officers.
- Officers of the U.S. Public Health Service and NOAA Corps are eligible.
- Surviving spouses and certain family members may qualify for auxiliary or affiliate participation.
- No combat service or wartime service requirement applies.
How Membership Is Structured
Membership is administered through the national organization and local MOAA chapters. Members engage in advocacy initiatives, chapter activities, professional development, publications, and governance efforts that advance MOAA’s mission of protecting the interests of the uniformed services community.