Our South Carolina National Guard Community Relations Program strives to educate South Carolinians on the missions and role of the National Guard through active involvement in local communities. The South Carolina National Guard has units in most counties throughout South Carolina and we strive to be a good neighbor and community partner. As a community-based organization, the South Carolina National Guard supports and participates in events throughout the state to benefit our citizens and give them insight into their National Guard. These events, such as parades, ceremonies and air shows are as important to us as they are to the groups and communities that sponsor them.
The South Carolina National Guard receives a large number of requests throughout the year supporting all areas of the state. While every attempt is made to provide accommodation, it is not always possible to support each and every event. We aim to support as many requests as possible. However, mission and training requirements always come first. All requests will be reviewed to ensure events are in accordance with National Guard Bureau Public Affairs Manual 360-5 (NGB PAM 360-5), Army Regulation 360-1 (AR 360-1) and Air Force Instruction 35-101 (AFI 35-101). These regulations exist to ensure conflicts with civilian enterprises are avoided and National Guard personnel are not placed in inappropriate situations.
Many times, special event organizers request volunteer assistance from National Guard Soldiers or Airmen. Members of the National Guard have a proud history of local community service, including participation in local events such as parades and patriotic observances. The South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs Office receives all volunteer requests, reviews and validates their legal propriety, then puts out a call across the organization for volunteers. Volunteers are not necessarily provided in an "official" capacity. The National Guard, as a government institution, refrains from endorsing specific organizations or events which it does not officially sponsor. Instead, it is up to individual Guard members to decide whether they volunteer their time. Event organizers should also be aware, military mission requirements may prevent our members from supporting off-base events.
If the South Carolina National Guard is unable to support your event, you will be notified as soon as possible. Thank you for your interest in the South Carolina National Guard and we look forward to hearing from you.
PLEASE NOTE: The submission of a DD Form 2536 (Request for Armed Forces Participation) or DD Form 2535 (Request for Military Aerial Support) does not guarantee South Carolina National Guard participation in your event. We strongly advise not to advertise or publicize South Carolina National Guard participation in your event until you have received confirmation.
To request South Carolina National Guard support, click one of these links:
