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Stay Present and Embrace the Moment

Being present and embracing the moment allows you to fully experience and appreciate life, fostering mindfulness and deeper connections.

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Guiding Teens’ Next Steps After High School

Helping teens navigate life after high school starts with open conversations about their goals, whether it’s college, the military, or entering the workforce. Providing support, exploring options together, and encouraging independence will set them up for success in their next chapter.

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Your Community Fuels Your Well-being

Community is the foundation of strength and support for Marines and their families, playing a vital role in well-being and sexual assault prevention by fostering connection, accountability, and safety.

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Three Cs Are Key to Healthy Relationships

Calmness, connectedness, and compassion are essential for building strong relationships, fostering understanding, and creating a supportive environment where both partners feel valued and heard.

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Healing After Trauma

Healing after trauma for Marines involves seeking support through counseling, building resilience, and engaging in mental health resources to process experiences, regain strength, and restore a sense of well-being. A journey that requires time, self-compassion, and a strong support network.

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How the Voluntary Education Center Helped a Marine Reach Princeton University

Marine Corps Sgt Ethan Piety’s journey from uncertain first steps to earning admission to Princeton University highlights the power of perseverance and the transformative support available through Marine education programs.

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Support Systems Help Protect Families

Domestic abuse threatens the strength and trust within the Marine Corps community, but through vigilance, support, and available resources, Marines can protect their own and ensure no one suffers in silence. Standing up, speaking out, and knowing where to turn are vital steps in prevention and healing.

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Family Dynamics Can Influence Substance Use

One's family plays a critical role in both the safe-guarding and contributing to problematic substance use, as supportive relationships can foster healthy coping mechanisms, while dysfunction or enabling behaviors may contribute to addictive patterns.

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Leadership Scholar Program Helps Veteran Achieve Academic Goals

The Leadership Scholar Program helps academically, and professionally qualified Marines prepare for and apply to prestigious colleges, as demonstrated by retired GySgt Andres Rico, whose educational journey led him to Princeton University after using Marine Corps educational resources and guidance.

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Volunteers Play Vital Role in Semper Fit Youth Sports

Volunteers are the backbone of military youth sports, providing coaching, mentorship, and support to help young athletes develop teamwork, discipline, and confidence. Their dedication ensures that military children have access to structured, positive sports experiences, fostering resilience and community within military families.

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Adapting to Pay Adjustments

Marines can turn recent pay increases into long-term financial readiness by updating their budgets, managing debt, and using free support from the Personal Financial Management Program.

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Honoring Our Own Throughout Gold Star Awareness Month

Gold Star Awareness Month honors the sacrifice of fallen service members and recognizes the resilience of their surviving families.

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Protecting Our Future

Child Abuse Prevention Month is recognized every April, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all children.

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USMC Captain Dominates Powerlifting Meet, Sets Sights on Olympia

Marine Corps Captain Brook McCluskey continues to raise the bar—literally—as a standout competitor in USA Powerlifting and a proud representative of the Elite Warrior Athlete (EWA) Program.

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Expand Your Network Through Volunteering

Volunteering is a powerful way for military spouses and service members to expand their networks, gain relevant experience, and open doors to new personal and professional opportunities. Consistent involvement and leadership in volunteer roles build lasting connections that can lead to mentorship and career advancement.

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Transition Readiness Program

Transition Readiness Seminars (TRS) and the Career Resource Management Center (CRMC) provides career/employment assistance, vocational guidance and transition information to separating Marines and their family members. The tools and information provided enable all separating Marines and their family members to make a successful transition from military to civilian life.

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Privacy Policy Security Notices

The Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) website is provided as a public service by the Business and Support Services Division, Manpower and Reserve Affairs Department, Headquarters, United States Marine Corps.

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Family Member Employment Assistance Program

The Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) provides military family members with the tools they need to successfully search for employment.

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Substance Assessment and Counseling Center

Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Drug Demand Reduction programs offers evidence based programs to educate Marines, Sailors and family members regarding the dangers of alcohol abuse and illegal drugs, and the personal and professional consequences of their actions while under the influence.

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School Liaison

The School Liaison Program (SLP) focuses its efforts on making transitions for military school age children easier.

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Family Member Travel Screening Cell Has Arrived

The Family Member Travel Screening Cell (FMTS) will streamline the overseas suitability screening process for Marines and their families, providing proactive communication, medical screening assistance, and ongoing support to ensure a smoother transition to OCONUS assignments.

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Unlock Your Career Potential with MC COOL and USMAP

COOL and USMAP provide Marines with valuable credentialing and apprenticeship opportunities, helping them gain certifications and skills that translate to successful civilian careers.

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Leverage Military Experience for a Civilian Job

From leadership and discipline to technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, leverage your military experience for a civilian job.

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Keep Your SGLI Updated: Protect What Matters Most

Eligible Marines automatically receive up to $500,000 in SGLI coverage but must log into SOES via milConnect to review or update their elections—especially after major life events.

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Off-Base Child Care

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MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation

MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation - Infographic

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CREDO Retreats

CREDO offers marriage, family, and single person resiliency retreats, including personal and spiritual growth retreats, teen retreats, marriage enrichment workshops and unit team building.

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Suicide Prevention

Support is within reach. If you or someone you know needs help with suicide prevention contact us today.

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Child and Youth

Child and Youth Programs (CYP) provide high quality child care programs and services that support eligible families. Child Development Programs, available for children six weeks through 12 years of age, include Child Development Centers, School Age Care and Family Child Care which offer full day and part time child care and in some locations hourly child care. Youth Programs, serving children ages 6 to 18, are offered at many installation locations.

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SkillBridge

Connecting Marines to real job opportunities – offering training, apprenticeships, or internships for civilian work experience.

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Stories

There are several stories of offerings and happenings from Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) South Carolina for anything you may be interested in for both kids and adults.

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Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator and Officer of the Year Winner Announcement

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Marine Corps Attorneys Assist EFMP-Enrolled Families

Marine Corps attorneys provide essential legal support to families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), ensuring they receive the resources and advocacy needed for their unique challenges.

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Performance Dietitian at Camp Pendleton Shares Recipes for Success

As a performance dietitian, Selina Martinez uses her knowledge to help Marines and families at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton achieve their fitness goals.

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No Place for Silence: Our Corps, Our Fight Against Sexual Assault

The Marine Corps is committed to eradicating sexual assault by upholding its core values, supporting survivors through the SAPR program, and fostering a culture of respect, accountability, and unwavering support.

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Everyone Deserves to Feel Safe

Healthy relationships are built on trust, respect, and safety—if you're experiencing or displaying abusive behaviors, the Family Advocacy Program is here to help you make positive changes or find support.

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Honoring Child Care Providers in Child and Youth Programs

During Teacher Appreciation Week, MCCS honors the dedicated educators in our Child and Youth Programs who shape young minds, provide support, and inspire the next generation.

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Recreation Classes for Personal Development

Recreational classes offer a fun and engaging way to enhance personal development, build new skills, and boost overall well-being.

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Healthy Boundaries and Communications Strengthen a Relationship

Know, communicate, and respect boundaries to build and maintain a healthy, mutually beneficial relationship for all involved.

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Secure Your Finances Before You Deploy

Deployment is a critical time to focus on financial readiness, and the Marine Corps requires financial training during this period to help Marines manage their money wisely, reduce stress, and build long-term financial security.

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Operation Megaphone Connects Military Teens

Operation Megaphone is a worldwide teen-led event connecting military youth across installations to build leadership skills, foster community, and address issues affecting military teens.

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Break Free from Burnout

Burnout can feel inevitable in a high-stress military environment, but building healthy habits like setting work boundaries, practicing self-care, and staying connected can help prevent it.

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Kindness is Contagious - Spread It

A small act of kindness—like a care package to a deployed service member—can create lasting impact, inspiring hope, connection, and a ripple effect of compassion across generations.

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Recognize the Value of Volunteers

By recognizing the efforts of volunteers, the Marine Corps reinforces the value of service and encourages continued involvement to build a stronger, more connected community.