President‘s Welcome
Welcome to WNC-MOAA and Our Website!
Welcome to the Western North Carolina Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (WNC-MOAA), an affiliate of the national MOAA. Since our founding in 1968 and incorporation as an affiliate of MOAA (then called The Retired Officers Association, TROA) in 1969, WNC-MOAA has been proud to support active-duty, retired, and former uniformed military officers, their families, and surviving spouses throughout western North Carolina.
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. As an independent, nonprofit, and politically nonpartisan organization, MOAA works tirelessly to advocate for the needs of our military community.
Why Join WNC-MOAA?
We encourage you to join our MOAA 5-Star Level of Excellence Chapter to:
• Experience camaraderie with fellow officers and military families.
• Contribute to the betterment of our beautiful Western North Carolina communities.
• Help preserve the resources required to maintain our armed forces at a high level of readiness.
• Support benefit matters for all members of the military community.
• Access expert advice and guidance tailored to your needs.
Membership in WNC-MOAA Chapter and MOAA National is open to present and former commissioned officers and warrant officers (including retirees) with honorable service in any of the United States' eight uniformed services, including the National Guard and Reserves:
• Army
• Navy
• Marine Corps
• Air Force
• Coast Guard
• Space Force
• U.S. Public Health Service
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Membership is nonpartisan and inclusive. If you are an active-duty officer, retired officer, former officer, or surviving spouse from one of these uniformed services, we invite you to join our vibrant local chapter and amplify MOAA’s powerful voice. Together, we can make a difference.
CLICK HERE TO PAY ANNUAL WNC-MOAA CHAPTER DUES
Upcoming Events
February 22, 2025: Join us for a WNC-MOAA Chapter meeting and luncheon! This event is open to all members and individuals interested in joining the WNC-MOAA Chapter. Please RSVP in advance.
Contact Us
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our chapter. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Steve Watkins, COL, USA (Ret)
President, WNC-MOAA