Key Volunteer Network

The Key Volunteer Network is an integral part of a Marine Corps unit family readiness program and is the primary communication link between the commanding officer and the unit families for the enhancement of mission readiness.

The Key Volunteer Network supports the spouses of the unit Marines by providing communication from the command, serving as a source for information and referral services and by helping foster a sense of community within the unit.

The Key Volunteer -

• Is the spouse of a Marine in the unit.
• Must complete Key Volunteer Training.
• Serves as a communication link between the unit and its families.
• Assists in developing and maintaining a sense of community within the unit.
• Is a reliable source of information and referral.

How Do you Become a Key Volunteer?

Contact your unit Key Volunteer Coordinator, Family Readiness Officer, or Commanding Officer and ask about Key Volunteer Training Opportunities for your unit.

Reserve Key Volunteer Networks-

The Key Volunteer Network for the Reserve community faces unique challenges. The families of a reserve unit are often geographically dispersed with varying access to military resources. The task of providing adequate communication and information and referral may require more volunteers than a unit whose families reside in one geographic area such as a Marine Corps installation. Because of this challenge, Reserve unit commanding officers may appoint a parent of a unit Marine to serve as a Key Volunteer. These parents often have insight into local resources and assistance available to unit families.

For information on MARFORRES Key Volunteer Network http://www.mfr.usmc.mil/hq/mccs/

Key Volunteer Training Includes-

• Structure of the Key Volunteer Network
  
• Roles and Responsibilities
  
• Communication
  
• Organizational Skills
  
• Organization of the Marine Corps
  
• Referral and resources available through the Marine Corps.

• Military Sentinel
• Military Spouse Resource Center
• National Military Family Association
• Military Child Education Coalition
• Healthy Parenting Initiative
• LifeLines for Navy and Marine Corps families