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RELENTLESSLY REPRESENTING READINESS FOR CITIZEN-WARRIORS AND THEIR FAMILIES
MISSION
WHO WE ARE
The nation’s only military organization dedicated exclusively to supporting the Reserve and National Guard.
WHY WE EXIST
To ensure U.S. national security by maintaining strong, ready reserve components and supporting military families.
RECOGNIZED BY CONGRESS AS
A respected advocate for national security and military readiness.
HONORED BY CONGRESS FOR
Our historic role in strengthening America’s reserve components.
SUPPORTED BY CONGRESS FOR
Our focus on readiness and the care of those who serve, veterans, and their families.
PRIORITIES
Through ROA’s resolutions and ballot process, every member has a voice—and a vote—in shaping the policies that impact their service.
This unique, member-driven system empowers citizen-warriors and their families to influence national defense priorities as if they were the 536th Member of Congress, the 2nd President, or the 10th Supreme Court Justice.
IMPACT CENTER
See ROA’s Impact—Past and Present
For more than a century, ROA has delivered landmark victories that protect servicemembers, strengthen readiness, and support military families. Today, we’re driving real-time advocacy on Capitol Hill—shaping legislation, influencing policy, and safeguarding benefits for America’s citizen-warriors.
Learn more about our achievements and what we’re fighting for now.
HAVE YOUR SAY WITH ROA
Not a Member Yet? Your Voice Still Matters
Share your story, your challenges, or your ideas—and ROA will listen. We use these insights to guide our advocacy and explore new ways to involve you in shaping the future of Reserve and National Guard policy.
ACTION CENTER
Contact Your Elected Officials—Make Your Voice Count
Take action and speak up in less than a minute.
ROA’s Action Center gives you the power to contact your elected officials directly on the issues that matter most to Reserve and National Guard readiness. No searching. No guessing. Just impact.
ROA in the News
From national media coverage to expert commentary, explore the stories that matter—where ROA’s advocacy is shaping policy and strengthening America’s Reserve and National Guard.
Stay Informed. Share the Impact.
UP TO THE MINUTE MAN MOVEMENT
Your Insider Brief from Capitol Hill—Straight Facts, Zero Spin
ROA’s flagship legislative update—delivered in print and video—keeps you informed with clear, credible insights on the issues that matter most to Reserve and National Guard readiness. Written by ROA’s government affairs team, this is where clarity meets action.
Why Subscribe?
- Straight Facts, Zero Spin: Honest analysis of what’s happening in Congress—and why it matters to you.
- Actionable Intelligence: Know what’s next and how you can make an impact.
- Two Formats, One Mission: Read it. Watch it. Stay informed your way.
Stay Ahead of the Curve.
Sign up now to receive the Up to the Minute Man Update—in your inbox and on your screen.
ROA STORY
VOLUNTEER
Mobilize. Activate. Make an Immediate Impact.
Become part of ROA’s Minute Man Movement—a rapid-response network for citizen-warriors and supporters ready to take action when it matters most. When you join, you’ll be first to receive exclusive advocacy alerts and real-time calls to action from ROA.
Here’s the Best Part:
Joining the Minute Man Movement is a free membership. You’ll gain insider access to ROA’s legislative campaigns, priority updates, and opportunities to influence policy—without paying a dime. Your commitment is your currency.
Why Join?
Be Ready
When legislation moves, you’ll know first.
Be Heard
Get direct links to contact Congress in under a minute
Be Part of the Mission
Help shape policies that protect readiness and support those who serve.
INTERNSHIP
ROA Internship Program: Our Government Affairs Gateway
ROA’s internship program is your entry point to the world of government affairs and national security. Interns don’t fetch coffee—they help shape policy.
Located at 1 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, D.C., you’ll be steps from Capitol Hill and at the center of where national security decisions happen. Work alongside ROA’s national staff to support advocacy, legislative strategy, and communications for over 800,000 Reserve Component members and 1,000,000 families.
Interns Contribute To:
- Research & Policy Development – Analyze legislation and craft solutions for readiness.
- Legislative Education & Advocacy – Engage with policymakers and influence defense priorities.
- Strategic Communications & Marketing – Amplify ROA’s mission across media and stakeholders.
This is your chance to gain real-world experience in government affairs and national security—and make an impact where it matters most.
SUPPORT
Stand with America’s Reserve and National Guard.
Your support powers ROA’s mission to strengthen readiness, protect benefits, and advocate for those who serve. Whether you join as a member or make a contribution, you become part of a mission that shapes national security policy and improves lives.
- Join ROA: Membership gives you a voice in our resolutions process, access to exclusive updates, and a seat at the table where decisions are made.
- Donate: Every dollar fuels advocacy, education, and outreach that safeguard the Reserve Components and their families.
Two ways to make an impact. One mission: readiness and care for those who serve.
