R 101700Z JUL 26 MARADMIN 314/26 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA MR// SUBJ/MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES CONTEST TO WIN  $5,000 TOWARD YOUR UNIT BIRTHDAY BALL// POC/AMANDA AYERS/MR/COMM: (571) 329-5190/EMAIL: [email protected]// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. In celebration of America’s 250th  Birthday, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS)  proudly announces the 2nd Annual MCCS Unit Birthday  Ball Fund Contest. This initiative is designed to  support units as they prepare for this milestone  occasion in the storied history of our country and  Corps. 2. Through 31 July 2026, units are invited to enter  daily for a chance to win $5,000 towards their Marine  Corps Birthday Ball.  3. A total of ten (10) units across various categories  will be selected based on the total number of entries: 3.a. Five (5) $5,000 prizes for Remote and Isolated  Units (e.g., recruiting stations and Inspector- Instructor staffs). 3.b. Two (2) $5,000 prizes for Small Units (e.g.,  battalions and squadrons). 3.c. Two (2) $5,000 prizes for Medium Units (e.g.,  regiments and Marine Aircraft Groups). 3.d. One (1) $5,000 prize for Large Units (e.g.,  divisions, wings, Marine Logistics Groups). 4. This is your opportunity to continue honoring  Marine Corps traditions and celebrate our history with  the same pride, camaraderie, and esprit de corps that  define each unit. Widespread participation is  encouraged. Best of luck to all.  5. To submit entries and for full contest details,  visit  https:(slash)(slash)www.mymcx.com(slash)birthdayballgiveaway. 6. Release authorized by Mr. Edward Cutshall,  Director, Business and Support Services Division,  Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Headquarters Marine  Corps.//