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, but should be directed to the next Great Start cycle to being their membership.
Student Uniforms
With both prospective and new cadets participating in the course, the unit will need to be flexible in its policy about uniforms. If cadets possess a uniform, they should wear it. Prospective cadets and new cadets without a uniform might wear an interim uniform – jeans and a distinctive t-shirt, perhaps. Ideally, all students will complete their Curry Achievement and receive the Curry Uniform Voucher with ... credit toward their cadet uniforms immediately after graduating from the course. Cadets must possess and properly wear the Blues or ABU uniform within 60 days following their completing Achievement 1. Additionally, participation in the Orientation Flight requires cadets to wear a uniform. If the unit maintains a “uniform closet” the items may be loaned or distributed for this purpose. For more about the Cadet Uniform Program, see www.gocivilairpatrol.com/curryuniform.
Course Supplies & Student Materials
The Curry Blues Voucher program has been in place for just shy of two years. Since the implementation, cadets order their blues uniforms from Vanguard and receive them within days, versus the weeks and months it might take under the previous program. When the first vouchers were issued cadets were given a very generous 90 days to order their uniforms before the voucher expired. After a year, that was shortened to 45 days as members grew more familiar with the program and learned to better monitor ... voucher usage. Even so, cadets occasionally did not order their uniforms within the 45 day window. NHQ granted many waivers at the request of squadron commanders to reissue these vouchers. Unfortunately, moving forward, we cannot issue new vouchers to replace expired ones.
We want to serve as many cadets as possible through the Curry Blues Voucher, but doing that requires us to enforce a firm, but reasonable, expiration date. Were vouchers never to expire, we’d tie-up money indefinitely, thereby reducing ... Curry Blues Vouchers to a staff member (ie: Supply Officer, Personnel Officer, DCC)
2. Get into the habit of running the report on a certain week of the month, preferably one when cadets are wearing the "blues" uniform.
3. Download the report. Look at each individual named on the report. Does he or she have a full blues uniform? If not, ask if the cadet needs help using the Curry Blues Voucher.
4. Vouchers expire after 45-days, so pay special attention to cadets who earned the Curry about 1-month ago so that their voucher doesn't expire before they can use it.
Thank you for your understanding.
Civil Air Patrol
National Cadet Team
cadets@capnhq.gov
Thanks to Air Force support, CAP has funding available to cover encampment fees and uniforms with an emphasis on serving cadets in need through the Cadet Encampment Assistance Program or CEAP (say, "seep"). An inability to afford encampment should not hold back cadets who want to participate in encampment.
Eligibility
Financial Eligibility. Assistance is targeted towards families who cannot easily afford encampment. Priority is given to families enrolled in federal programs but other families self ... for assistance with encampment fees, or both uniforms and encampment fees.
Tuition. Encampment fee assistance will cover 100% of the tuition fees and will be paid directly to the wing (state) selected in the application.
Uniforms. Uniform assistance is provided in the form of vouchers that may be used for specific uniform items at Vanguard. The voucher may be for $75 , $125, or $175, depending on the financial priority level of the cadet.
How do I apply?
Visit eServices, open the "Cadet Encampment ... directly to the selected encampment on your behalf. If granted assistance for uniforms, Vanguard will email you a voucher with a link to purchase ABUs, Blues, and insignia. Once ordered, your items will arrive in the mail.
Other FAQs
I applied for CEAP, when will I find out if I'll receive funding support?
All cadets will receive notification of approval or denial for funding support shortly after the application period closes.
I already paid for encampment, is it too late for me to participate?
No
First Tasks for New Cadets
1. Create an account in eServices
Follow the eServices login located at the top of this page. As you create your account, double-check that your contact information is correct.
2. Complete the Cadet Welcome Course
A 15-minute online module in Cadet Interactive, the Cadet Welcome Course, will help you get started. If you don’t have web access, ask your squadron for an in-person briefing. How do I get to the Welcome Course?
3. Get Into Uniform
Upon ... completing Achievement 1 and becoming a Cadet Airman, you’ll qualify for the Curry Uniform Voucher, which covers some of the costs of the uniforms.
Uniform items may be purchased through a variety of sources. The official source for CAP insignia and uniforms is Vanguard. Shop with them at civilairpatrolstore.com, (800)221-1264. If you’re near an Air Force base, you can buy uniform garments (but not CAP insignia) at the Exchange or base thrift store.
Speak to your squadron leaders about local options ... encampment page to see if information is available and mark your calendar, or ask your squadron for details.
The Cadet Encampment Assistance Program (CEAP, say “seep”) can help you with tuition and uniform costs.
Basic Expectations for 1st Year Cadets
★ Stay with CAP for at least 1 year. Give the cadet experience a chance to impact your life.
★ Attend your weekly squadron meetings.
★ Attend one "Saturday" event per month, if
Cadet Encampment Assistance Program
Thanks to Air Force support, CAP has special funding available to cover encampment fees and uniforms with an emphasis on serving economically disadvantaged cadets. An inability to afford encampment will not hold back cadets who want to participate in encampment.
Eligibility. Assistance is available to cadets and is targeted towards low-income families and first-time encampment attendees.
What assistance is available?
Cadets and their families may apply ... for assistance with encampment fees, uniforms, or both. Encampment fee assistance will cover 100% of the tuition fees and will be paid directly to the hosting wing. Uniform assistance is provided in the form of vouchers that may be used for specific uniform items at Vanguard. The voucher may be for $75 or $125, depending on the priority level of the cadet.
How do I apply?
Open the "Cadet Encampment Assistance Program" module in eServices. Answer the questions posed, and that's it. Remember to ... with encampment fees, NHQ will send those funds directly to the encampment on your behalf. If granted assistance for uniforms, Vanguard will email you a voucher with a link to purchase BDUs, Blues, and insignia. Once ordered, your items will arrive in the mail.
What is the timeline for applying?
CEAP applications open 1 March for spring and summer encampments and 1 November for winter encampments. Applications close 20-30 days before the start of encampment. Assistance is prioritized by need
Thanks to Air Force support, CAP has funding available to cover encampment fees and uniforms with an emphasis on serving cadets with financial need. An inability to afford encampment will not hold back a cadet who wants to participate.
Deadlines (Updated for Fiscal Year 2027, 1 Oct 26 to 30 Sep 27)
CEAP funding is not guaranteed. First-timer status, financial priority level, and date of application are all factors in awarding funds. Apply early for the best chance of receiving assistance ... screen.
Step Three: Answer the questions posed. The questions are:
What do you need to support your participation at encampment? (Chose one)
I need help paying for encampment tuition
I need help with BOTH tuition and uniforms
Which encampment do you plan to attend? (Select from the list)
Please click the box below that best describes your family’s financial situation.
CEAP is intended for cadets and families with financial need. No special paperwork is ... already paid your tuition, talk to your encampment leaders about how to obtain a refund after you graduate.
If granted assistance for uniforms, Vanguard will email you a voucher. You would then visit the Vanguard website and shop for uniform items or insignia, then a few days later your items would arrive in the mail.
If you have any questions ask your local leaders first. If they can’t help you, email us at ceap@capnhq.gov. Please copy a parent or guardian or your Squadron Commander on all CEAP emails.
Website updated as of 21 September 2026.
The Civil Air Patrol has a two-part team providing a broad range of legal advice to the organization comprising a uniformed legal officer corps that represents the largest pro bono team of lawyers in the country and the Office of the General Counsel. Uniformed volunteer legal officers (designated by the office symbol "JA" and led by the Chief of the Legal Officer Corps) consult with commanders, interpret regulations, support operations, and advise on membership issues. OGC, led by the general counsel
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LESSON OUTLINE
ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
15 min
Discussion Questions
1. What is a uniform ... Response
A uniform is the distinctive clothing that all members of an organization wear. Uniforms are visible
symbols of ... dress uniform.
4. Obtaining Uniforms
Cadets must possess and properly wear the Blues or ABU uniform within 60 days
: Uniforms, TLC
• CPP & relations with parents or guardians
Q&A
Lead presenter
Curt LaFond
Director of
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Suggested Instructor
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3. Uniforms 5 min
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