R 211457Z NOV 12

ALCOAST 494/12
COMDTNOTE 1754
SUBJ: MILITARY CHILD OF THE YEAR AWARD 2013
1. Operation Homefront is proud to announce that nominations are
being accepted for the 2013 Military Child of the Year Award online
at http://www.MilitaryChildofTheYear.org/ through 15 December 2012.
Candidates for this honor must demonstrate resilience and strength of
character and thrive in the face of the challenges of military life.
They must also demonstrate leadership within their families and
within their communities.  A deserving child from each military
branch will be honored at an awards ceremony held in Washington, DC
on 11 April 2013.
2. To qualify for the 2013 Military Child of the Year Award, the
child must meet the following qualifications:
      A. Must have a valid military ID or be currently enrolled in
DEERS,
      B. Must be between the ages of 8-18 years,
      C. Must be able to travel to Washington DC for the awards gala
on 11 April 2013,
      D. Must have a background check to confirm legitimacy of
information provided on the nomination packet (if selected as a
finalist), and
      E. Must provide references (if selected as a finalist).
3. If you are interested in submitting an application for a deserving
Coast Guard child, please go online to
http://www.MilitaryChildofTheYear.org/ and complete the online
nomination form.  Ensure that it is filled out completely and
carefully.  You will be asked for deployment information, number of
permanent change of stations (PCS), volunteerism activities, special
needs information, any injuries a parent might have suffered in
service, and an essay on why your nominee is deserving of the award.
4. For information on the program: POC for COMDT (CG-1112) is Mr. Ken
OMeara at (202) 475-5160 or email: Kenneth.R.OMeara(AT)uscg.mil.
5. RADM Maura K. Dollymore, Director of Health, Safety and Work-Life,
sends.
6. Internet release authorized.