- About the SFRG
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What is a Soldier & Family Readiness Group (SFRG)?
SFRGs promote the commander’s vision throughout the unit’s mission, assist Families in becoming knowledgeable and self-reliant, and solve problems at the lowest level by:
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Providing official, accurate command information
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Advocating efficient use of community resources
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Reducing soldier and Family stress
How can I contact my SFRG?
- Ask your spouse or someone in your spouse’s unit
- Contact the Command Family Readiness Representative at your unit
- Locate the unit’s (Brigade/Battalion) Facebook page and request SFRG contact information for your unit
- Ensure that your unit SFRG roster contains your current mailing address and telephone number
- Send us an Email
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- SFRG Training
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SFRG Training & Information
Register online for any class or appointment!
Visit our Facebook Page and click the "Book Now" button to be taken to our scheduler.
The following SFRG training is offered through JBLM DPFR:
Command Family Readiness Representative (CFRR) TrainingThis class is designed to instruct the appointed Service member on the roles and responsibilities of being assigned the additional duty of "Command Family Readiness Representative" while working with the Commander and SFRG. Topics covered in this training include:→ WAR Roles:• Welcome new Families and Soldiers because first impressions matter• Accurate Contact Rosters (Great information is only effective if Families get it!)• Resource referral and reliable unit & community Information→ SFRG's role in readiness→ Establishing goals for your SFRG→ Roles and Responsibilities→ CARE Team Overview (SCFRR role)→ Informal Funds / Fundraising2021 Schedule:Location: VirtualTime: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.Dates: Sep. 15 | Oct. 13 | Nov. 10
SFRG Key Contact Training
Provides attendees with resources and scenario exercises to become confident when interacting with SFRG members.
2021 Schedule:
Location: Virtual
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Dates: Nov. 11
SFRG Funds Custodian Training
Provides regulatory guidance and fundraising information necessary to maintain efficient records for an SFRG informal fund.
2021 Schedule:
Location: Virtual
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Dates: Oct. 6 | Nov. 24
SFRG Training for the Command Team
Available upon requestFor more information, or assistance in registering for a class, please call 253-967-8546.
- Volunteer With Your SFRG
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Interested in Becoming an SFRG Volunteer?
SFRGs are always looking for great volunteers to fill positions. Ask your unit leadership where you can help. It’s as simple as that!
- Commander's Corner
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Overview
These resources cover official and operational guidance, best practices, and community contacts.
From the I Corps Commanding General
Official Guidance
- Army Directive 2019-17
Changes to the Soldier and Family Readiness Group Programs - HQDA EXORD 233 19
Army-wide implementation of the Soldier & Family Readiness Group - AR 600-20
Army Command Policy
Additional Resources
- Army Directive 2019-17
- Event, Meeting & Member Management
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Overview
The tools listed below are to help manage functions critical to SFRG Operations, such as meetings, rosters, and events.
Rosters
Membership Management
- Key Contact & Communication Log
- Statement of Complete Non-Participation
- Factors that Motivate Volunteers to Serve
Meetings
Events
- Informal Funds & Fundraising
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Overview
Commanders may authorize their SFRG to maintain one informal fund for non-mission-essential activities in accordance with this directive. No more than one SFRG informal fund may be authorized for a unit.
SFRG fundraising will be approved at the battalion level (or equivalent), after consultation with the local ethics counselor. A copy of the approval (memorandum or email) will be forwarded to the garrison commander
Informal Funds Resources
- Learn how to apply for an EIN Number
- Account Requirements for ACU & AFB
- Account Ledger - Sample
- Monthly SFRG Financial Report
- Annual SFRG Financial Report
- SFRG Purchase Request
- Reimbursement Request
Fundraising
- vFRG
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Overview
A unit's virtual FRG site, or vFRG, promotes a community feeling within Army units by providing a place that contains content customized to the unit.
For Users
For Administrators
SFRGs are command-sponsored programs to help build strong Families and bridge the gap between Families and units.
For the Air Force Key Spouse Program, click HERE
Click the flier above to view/download a version with active hyperlinks.
SFRG Resource Library
The sections below contain a collection of tools to help you build and sustain a strong Soldier & Family Readiness Group. Click the title of any document to view or download it.
