About the
PJ Association

Organization
and Function

As an IRS Designated 501c-19 organization, the PJ Association recognizes and promotes the values established in the Pararescue Creed ‘That Others May Live’.  

We are mission central for Pararescuemen, Association members and PJA sponsored events such as biannual Reunions and Rodeos. 

We fund events and memorials commemorating the valorous, humanitarian and combat actions of Pararescuemen serving around the globe.

Membership
Eligibility

Membership in the PJ Association is open to active, retired and former Pararescuemen, to friends, family and individuals who support or who have supported USAF Pararescue.

If you are eligible, to join the PJ Association, join, sign up for the newsletter, stay informed and participate.  Memberships include Life, PJA Member, Associate Members, Honorary, Legacy, Gold Star and Widows of PJ’s lost in action or training.

PJA Mission
and Membership

We are mission central for Pararescuemen, Association members and PJA sponsored events such as biannual Reunions and Rodeos.

We fund events and memorials commemorating the valorous, humanitarian and combat actions of Pararescuemen serving the globe.

As an IRS Designated 501c-19 organization, the PJ Association recognizes and promotes the values established in the Pararescue Creed ‘That Others May Live’.  

As a private non-profit organization, your association needs your continued support, to fund world-class events for our membership. Please donate!

Being a PJA Member

The PJ Association is founded on the distinctive relationship among men in the Pararescue career.  Our members share the bond and spirit of the Pararescue brotherhood. The Association provides the initiative and resources to promote special events and activity, and to document the history, heritage and legacy of USAF Pararescuemen, as we help shape the future of Pararescue with our collective and experienced vision.

Participation and Support

With active engagement and participation from members, we remember those who came before us.  We demonstrate respect and recognition for those at the tip of the spear in global missions of humanitarian aid and the war against terror and oppression around the globe.  It is to this mission and fraternity that we have organized the PJ Association.

PJ Association Officers
& Board of Directors

Bill Watson,
President

Ryan Beckmann,
Treasurer

Steve West,
Vice President

Scott Gearen,
Recorder

L.D. Jeffries,
Board Member

Joe Topel,
Board Member

Ron Thompson,
Board Member

Scott Fales,
Board Member