INVEST IN OUR MISSION 
Championing MCAS Cherry Point’s vital role in national defense and regional prosperity
through advocacy, partnership, and community engagement.
Our Work
ADVOCATE FOR CURRENT & FUTURE MISSIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
GROW THE REGIONAL DEFENSE INDUSTRY ECOSYSTEM
FOSTER STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
ENHANCE COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL
Campaign goal: $1.5 million
MISSION 
ACT advocates for the growth and enhancement
of MCAS Cherry Point’s economic impact,
operational readiness, and long-term viability.
Vision
A thriving MCAS Cherry Point and surrounding
Eastern North Carolina communities, mutually
supporting the installation’s mission, the
well-being of our military personnel, civilians,
and their families, and sustained regional
economic development.
WHY ACT’S MISSION MATTERS:
REGIONAL BENEFITS
economic
engine
Drives billions in
economic activity and
supports local
businesses.
community
stability
Provides economic
resilience and supports
a population base across
four counties.
talent &
Workforce
Attracts a
skilled workforce
(military and
civilian).
quality
of life
Military presence
supports healthcare,
schools, and other
community amenities.
A CASE FOR ACT:
SECURING OUR FUTURE
opportunities
SECURE NEW MISSIONS
& CAPABILITIES
GROW REGIONAL DEFENSE &
AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
ENHANCE BASE INFRASTRUCTURE & RESILIENCY
STRENGTHEN MILITARY-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
mitigate risk
ENCROACHMENT
(Land Use, Energy Projects, Spectrum Interference)
FEDERAL BUDGET UNCERTAINTY
& MISSION CHANGES
INFRASTRUCTURE GAPS
(Transportation, Energy, Broadband)
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AMERICAS’S AIR STATION
CarolinaEast Health System is proud to support ACT in its important work to sustain and grow Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and FRC East. Keeping Cherry Point strong is important to our national defense and vital to our regional economy.