The U.S. Mountain Ranger Association supports the Ranger community past and present — funding scholarships, standing behind members in need, and keeping the bonds of Ranger brotherhood long after military service.
USMRA exists to promote brotherhood among past and present Rangers, and to raise funds that support the Ranger community — not just during training, but for life.
Every Ranger who has passed through the Mountain Phase, or the crucible of combat with a Ranger unit, carries something with them: a standard, a bond, a debt to the ones who came before. USMRA turns that shared experience into concrete support — scholarships for Ranger families, help for members facing hardship, and gatherings that keep the fellowship alive between active duty and former Rangers alike.
We also work to preserve the Ranger legacy itself, honoring those who've served through memorial projects and by participating as a voting association for the Ranger Hall of Fame.
This is a tribute to more than an organization — it's about that beloved encampment at the end of Camp Wahsega Road, just north of Dahlonega. It's about the TVD, Cooper Creek, and Mt. Yonah. It's about the warriors, past and present, who've earned the right to be called "Ranger." We host fellowship events for active duty and former Rangers throughout the year, and Rangers are always welcome.
USMRA is not organized for profit. No part of its earnings benefits any director, officer, or private individual — the vast majority of funds raised go back into the Ranger community and a small percentage support USMRA administration and operations.
Helping to fund college education for children and grandchildren of USMRA members. View program & past recipients →
Direct assistance for Rangers and their families facing hardship. Give →
Creating opportunities for active duty and former Rangers to gather and reconnect — through recurring gatherings. Get Involved →
Creating and maintaining projects that promote and secure the Ranger legacy in Dahlonega and U.S. history.
Fallen Ranger Memorial → · Ranger Hall of Fame → · DMOB Inductees → · Monuments → · History →
Responding to appropriate requests from the Battalion at Camp Frank D. Merrill.
Paying technology fees, limited travel expenses, mailings, office supplies, and other minor business expenses that may arise.
If you've graduated Ranger School or served in a recognized Ranger unit in combat, you're eligible to join.
Apply now →Your gift counts, no matter how small. Donations go directly to scholarships, member assistance, and fellowship events for the Ranger community.
Ways to donate →USMRA hosts fellowship events for active duty and former Rangers throughout the year, including the annual Critter Cookout. Check our Facebook page for meetings and events dates, times, locations and other details.
Learn about the Critter Cookout →The U.S. Mountain Ranger Association complies with the State of Georgia Code O.C.G.A. §14-2-202 as a nonprofit corporation, and is recognized as a charitable corporation exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
USMRA is not organized or operated for pecuniary gain or profit. No part of its property or net earnings benefits or is distributed to its directors, officers, or other private persons — though USMRA may pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and make payments that further its charitable purposes. USMRA does not carry on propaganda or attempt to influence legislation in a manner that would jeopardize its federal tax exemption, and does not participate in or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.
