DISTRIBUTION – SDL No. 170
NON-STANDARD DISTRIBUTION: ALL FLAG-OFFICERS AND SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE PERSONNEL
COMDTINST 5760.12B
07 DEC 2020
COMMANDANT INSTRUCTION 5760.12B
Subj: RELATIONS WITH THE COAST GUARD FOUNDATION
1. PURPOSE. This Instruction provides guidance regarding acceptance of Coast Guard
Foundation (CGF) gifts offered to the Coast Guard and guidance to Coast Guard personnel
who participate in CGF meetings or activities in either their official or private capacities.
2. ACTION. Unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant
commandants, and chiefs of headquarters staff elements shall comply with the provisions of
this Instruction. Internet release is authorized.
3. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. Relations with the Coast Guard Foundation, COMDTINST
5760.12A is cancelled.
4. DISCUSSION.
a. CGF is a non-profit organization that seeks to enhance the quality of life of Coast Guard
people and their families. Its generous support makes possible many programs that
contribute to the morale and well-being of the Coast Guard Family. Accordingly, an
appropriate and productive relationship with the CGF is in the Coast Guard’s best
interest. Careful attention to that relationship, however, is important.
b. Unlike the other branches of the armed forces, the Coast Guard is also a federal law
enforcement agency and federal regulatory agency. The Coast Guard may take actions or
make decisions that could impact maritime companies and officials. Additionally, major
procurement decisions affecting maritime industry companies may be pending with the
Coast Guard. Although, in the public’s eye, CGF is a private, non-profit organization, it
is closely affiliated with the Coast Guard. Some maritime companies donate gifts to CGF
and some maritime officials participate in the management of CGF. This uniqueness
requires all Coast Guard personnel to be sensitive to potential adverse perception and
Commandant
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United States Coast Guard
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Washington, DC 20593-7618
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Phone: (202) 372-3653
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