MCO 1754.9B — Unit, Personal And Family Readiness Program (upfrp)

MCO 1754.9B governs the Marine Corps Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program, including communication, deployment, resources, and volunteers.

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  • Publication number: MCO 1754.9B
  • Title: UNIT, PERSONAL AND FAMILY READINESS PROGRAM (UPFRP)
  • Date: 25 Mar 2019
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: Current

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MCO 1754.9B addresses UPFRP staff roles, mandatory training, funding, administration, records, communication, and deployment support. It also establishes provisions for volunteer management, Reserve Component support, fundraising, and MFR reporting requirements.

Topics covered

  • Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program
  • Official communication
  • Deployment support
  • Readiness and resource support
  • Volunteer management
  • Mandatory training
  • Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program
  • MFR reporting requirements

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of the UPFRP?

The UPFRP supports Marine Corps unit and family readiness by providing a link between unit Commanders, Marines and family members. The UPFRP enables Marines and their family members to navigate the challenges of daily life in the context of military service, enabling commanders to focus on creating ready units. (paragraph 1)

How often must the FRCT be conducted?

FRCT shall be conducted quarterly at a minimum. (paragraph 1-1)

When must Marines provide Authorized Contact information?

Married Marines shall/single Marines should provide Authorized Contact information within 30 days of reporting to command and if contact information changes, e.g., address, phone number, or email. (paragraph 4)

Who must approve fundraising?

All fundraising shall be approved by the local Staff Judge Advocate. (paragraph 5)

When are MFR quarterly reports due?

Quarterly reports shall be submitted not later than the 15th day of January, April, July, and October. (paragraph 3)

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