MARCENT Family Readiness

11/25/2025

11/20/2025

11/20/2025

Now is the time to start training for the Gasparilla Distance Classic Feb 21-22, 2026. 15K, 5K Half Marathon, 5K.

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11/20/2025

Start planning your 2026 fun times. January 16-17.

The hottest show on dirt returns! The Tampa Bay Rodeo introduces Ocala's Bull Bash and Country Music Festival charges into the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion!

11/20/2025

The Tampa Bay Chamber, South Tampa Chamber, Tampa Bay Defense Alliance, and the MacDill Support Council are proud to announce that the Tampa Bay region has been awarded the 2024 Abilene Trophy, recognizing the nation’s most outstanding community support to an Air Mobility Command (AMC) base. The a...

11/18/2025

🎄✨ Trees for Troops — December 12! ✨🎄

MacDill, it’s time to bring home that fresh-cut Christmas magic! Join us Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 at 1904 Golf Course Ave. (Bldg. 72 Parking Lot) — right across from the Bay Palms Golf Clubhouse — for this year’s Trees for Troops giveaway!

🎁 Event Times:
10:30AM–12:30PM — Active Duty & their families
12:30PM — All others with base access

Come early! It’s first come, first served — limit 1 tree per family.

💬 First Sergeants:
If you know of a family with a special need or concern, please reach out:
📧 sixfssfsk@gmail.com

📣 Managers/Senior NCOs:
Please give priority to our junior troops!

Bring your holiday spirit, grab a fresh-cut tree, and kick off the season with warmth and community! 🌟

👉 Who’s coming to pick out their tree?

11/10/2025

This year marks a significant milestone for the Marine Corps, which was founded in 1775 and has served the nation with honor, courage, and commitment for 250 years.
Happy Birthday Marines
Semper Fi

11/10/2025

11/06/2025

11/06/2025

The MCEC Heroic Hearts Scholarship provides military-connected students with a powerful opportunity to pursue higher education. In partnership with Columbia Southern University (CSU), this scholarship awards full tuition to one deserving student each year.
Military-connected students demonstrate resilience, leadership, and determination as they navigate the challenges of military life. This scholarship helps open doors to their future by making a college education more accessible.

Scholarship details
Award: Full tuition to Columbia Southern University
Eligibility: Military-connected high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates
Programs: CSU offers 90+ degree programs and certificates, with flexible, accredited online learning designed to fit the needs of military families
Timeline: Applications open fall 2025 and close mid-February 2026. The recipient will be announced during Month of the Military Child – April 2026.
To apply visit

In partnership with Columbia Southern University: The Military Child Education Coalition Heroic Hearts Scholarship, designed to support a member of the military caregiving population.

11/05/2025

Another opportunity for a Full Thanksgiving Meal for cheap – only $40!

https://corporate.aldi.us/newsroom/news/thanksgiving-press-release