United States Marine Corps Scout Sniper Association information
See also: United States Marine Corps Scout Sniper
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United States Marine Corps Scout Sniper Association
Formation
2004[1]
Type
Nonprofit 501(C)(3) Corporation
Purpose
Veterans services
Headquarters
Stafford, Virginia
CEO
Chris Sharon
Staff
15
Website
Official website
United States Marine Corps Scout Sniper AssociationSSA is a non-profit & veterans service organization that offers a variety of programs, services and events for veterans of the United States Marine Corps who served as a United States Marine Corps Scout Sniper. It operates as a non-profit 501(c)(19) organization.
The organization is composed of approximately 800 former and active Scout Snipers and serves to support its members and their families as well as the families of fallen Marine Corps Scout Snipers. In January 2017, the SSA presented the National Rifle Association (NRA) with a plaque and appreciation for their continued support of the SSA and the Marine Corps.[2]
^"About The USMC Scout Sniper Association". Retrieved 18 August 2017.
^"NRA Honors Top Marine Corps Scout Snipers At Annual Association Awards Ceremony". Retrieved 18 August 2017.
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