MCO 7040.11A governs fiscal policy and funding for Marine Corps Birthday Ball ceremonies and social events.
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It provides information, guidance, and procedures for funding official ceremonies and social events at Marine Corps Birthday Balls. It distinguishes appropriated-fund support for official ceremonies from ticket sales, donations, fundraising, and available nonappropriated funds for social events.
Applies to: This Order applies to all Birthday Balls (Command, Officer, Officer/Staff Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) and Enlisted Marine Balls), except for the Headquarters, Marine Corps (HQMC) Ball.
The official ceremony may be supported with appropriated funds (APF) subject to guidance in this Order. (paragraph 4)
The social event may be supported through fundraising activities conducted in accordance with references (h) and (l). (paragraph 4)
APF may not be used to fund the messing, billeting, and transportation expenses for a non-active duty Guest of Honor (or their spouse). (paragraph 4)
Reserve officers may not mobilize solely to attend the Marine Corps Birthday Ball. (paragraph 4)
Requests for General Officer spousal travel must be approved by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps (ACMC), except where approval authority has been separately delegated. (paragraph 4)