About MANY
The Military Association of New York (MANY), in conjunction with the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS), represents the interests of its members in the New York Army and Air National Guard, New York Naval Militia and New York Guard in the State Legislature, Congress and Executive Branch.
Purpose of MANY
The Military Association of New York, Inc. (MANY), supports its members by promoting the military policies of the United States and State of New York. MANY assists the development of National and State defense through a professional, well trained and readily available organized State Militia. MANY is the oldest organized Military State Association in the country. Membership in MANY is open to all Officers and Warrant Officers in the four components of the New York Military Forces (New York Army National Guard, New York Air National Guard, New York Naval Militia and the New York Guard).
MANY Objectives
To instill a conscious understanding of the importance of the New York Military Forces to National and State Defense and to National Security by actively participating in projects of local, State and National interest.
To promote the interests of the members of the various Armed Forces and the interests of the Armed Forces in the Association.
To represent the membership’s best interests by communicating positions on issues to elected officials at all government levels.
To foster advancement of the professional and technical military skills of its members.
To cooperate with similar associations or agencies in performing any of the purposes for which the Association is formed.
Who Can Join?
Membership in MANY is open to all Officers and Warrant Officers in the four components of the New York Military Forces (New York Army National Guard, New York Air National Guard, New York Naval Militia and the New York Guard).