overview
The National Guard Association of Florida serves all members of the Florida National Guard through two distinct professional associations working under one umbrella organization. Whether you're enlisted, an officer, or a company grade officer seeking specialized development, we provide advocacy, benefits, and professional growth opportunities tailored to your career stage and needs.
Enlisted Members (ENGAFl)
About ENGAF
The Enlisted National Guard Association of Florida (ENGAFL) is an organization of military personnel that fosters and supports the role of the National Guard in Florida. Founded in 1970, ENGAF provides a strong, united voice for enlisted personnel in state and national legislative affairs.
Mission
To promote the status, welfare and professionalism of the enlisted members of the Florida National Guard and promote adequate national security.
What ENGAF Offers
- Legislative representation at state and national levels
- Connection to EANGUS (Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the nited States)
- Professional development opportunities
- Scholarship programs for members and families
ENGAF Auxiliary
The ENGAF Auxiliary brings together spouses of National Guard soldiers and airmen, raising funds for annual scholarships awarded to service members and family members.
- For scholarship information, click here.
- The Barbara Rains Scholarship information here.
- For the latest Auxiliary newsletter, click here.
Officers (NGOA-FL)
About NGOA-FL
The National Guard Officers Association of Florida (NGOA-FL) is the professional officer association supporting commissioned officers, warrant officers, and retired officers. Established in 1903, NGOA-FL is one of the oldest National Guard associations in the nation.
Mission
To strengthen the National Guard through improved personnel benefits, better equipment, modern facilities and increased relevance while providing legislative advocacy from field level to state and national platforms.
What ENGAF Offers
- Professional officer development programs
- Legislative advocacy and initiatives
- Support for newly commissioned, seasoned, and retired officers
- Connection to NGAUS (National Guard Association of the United States)
- Awards programs and recognition
- Enhanced communication networks
ENGAF Auxiliary
- Strengthened relationship with ENGAF
- Initiated comprehensive awards program
- Significantly increased membership
- Developed strategic financial planning
- Improved member communications
Company Grade Officers (CGO Caucus)
About the CGO Caucus
A special committee of NGA-FL focused specifically on the unique needs and development of company grade officers (typically Second Lieutenants through Captains).
Mission
Provide formal and informal officer development events focused on sharing best business practices (BBP) and leadership lessons learned (L3) aimed at strengthening Company Grade Officer knowledge, skills and abilities while enhancing officer esprit de corps.
Benefits for Company Grade Officers
- Legislative Awareness: Stay informed about issues affecting your personal and professional future
- Professional Development: Exclusive funding and opportunities at state and national conferences
- Leadership Engagement: Participate in town-hall meetings with senior leaders
- Networking: Build relationships with officers throughout the Florida National Guard
- Esprit de Corps: Strengthen bonds within the officer community
Special Membership Benefits
- Free membership for newly commissioned Florida Guard officers
- Free membership for newly transferred officers
- Membership includes both state (NGA-FL) and national (NGAUS) association benefits
Special Membership Benefits
- State Company Grade Officer Chair: CPT Barnabas Johnson
- Air Vice Chairwoman: Vacant
National Connections:
- NGAUS Area III Chairman: MG Warren Ross (TN TAG)
- Army Representative: LTC Benjamin Ruffner (FL)
- Air Representative: Maj. J.D. Watson (TN)
- NGAUS Company Grade Directors: Capt. Ryan Peterson
membership info
All membership levels include both state and national association membership (NGAUS/EANGUS), legislative advocacy representation, professional development opportunities, and access to scholarships and benefits programs. Enlisted Personnel receive ENGAF membership with EANGUS benefits, while Officers get NGOA-FL membership with NGAUS benefits. Company Grade Officers receive free initial membership with specialized development programs, and Auxiliary Members (spouses and family members) support scholarship programs.
Numbers matter in Washington D.C. and Tallahassee. The more members we have, the louder our collective voice becomes when advocating for improved personnel benefits, better equipment and facilities, enhanced training opportunities, legislative protection of earned benefits, and professional development resources. Your support and membership count in ensuring our collective voice remains strong and obtains the desired results.
One Voice. One Mission. Your Florida Guard.
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