National Guard Association of Kansas

06/06/2026

05/18/2026

Don’t be left out! Register today for NGAUS 2026 in Indy!Register at:
https://ngaks.net/events/148th-ngaus-conference-indianapolis/

05/06/2026

Huge thanks to Brick Road Catering for the delicious breakfast and lunch today at NGAKS Industry Day!

🍳🥪If you’re at the Nickell Armory or in the Topeka area come say hi to our partners and grab a bite to eat.

05/01/2026

Start the 250th Birthday Celebration in June with these events celebrating our Military Families! ✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨🇺🇸✨

Kansas Courage Military Family Appreciation Weekend - save the dates for June 5-7!

Military families from across the region are invited to visit Topeka and enjoy a weekend filled with entertainment, recognition, and connection as the community comes together to show its appreciation for your service and sacrifice.

Friday, June 5 – Evergy Plaza Friday Flicks, presented by Communication Federal Credit Union. Families can enjoy:
- Splash pad and interactive water features
- Inflatable slide, obstacle course, and 3-hole Mini-Golf by Carnival Guy
- A variety of local food trucks
- A nighttime outdoor showing of F1

Saturday, June 6 – Heartland Salute to America
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Museum of the Kansas National Guard during the Heartland Salute to America. This free, public event begins at 7 a.m. and features:
- Pancake breakfast
- Community parade and live band concerts
- Antique and classic car displays
- Military exhibits and historical reenactments
- Food trucks and family-friendly activities including face painting and inflatables
- A World War II battle reenactment honoring the service and sacrifice of Americans

Saturday Evening – Rock Concert & Military VIP Experience
Saturday evening returns to Evergy Plaza for a live rock concert in partnership with Seaman Schools Alumni Association. Military families will have access to a dedicated VIP tent experience during the show.

Weekend Dining & Community Participation
Throughout the weekend, military families can enjoy 20% discounts at participating downtown Topeka restaurants, including:
- The Pennant Topeka
- Iron Rail Brewing
- Ta Co. Topeka
- Hazel Hill Chocolate

The Kansas Children's Discovery Center is offering military families 10% off admission all weekend long. Hours and special events include:
- Friday, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a bubble party at 10 a.m.
- Saturday, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Maker Space activities at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Sunday, open noon to 5 p.m.

Thank you to the Military Relations Council’s Patriot Sponsors for supporting this event: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Security Benefit, and Washburn University.

04/30/2026

NGAKS is always working for you!

If you aren’t a member yet, now is the time to join. Did you know that over half of our members are retirees? They’ve committed to lifetime memberships to support YOU—the current service members of the Kansas National Guard.

Now, it’s our turn to pay it forward. Between the legislative wins and the massive savings on vehicle tagging, the membership practically pays for itself!Membership Options:

🔹 Company Grade Officer: $46/year
🔹 Field Grade Officer: $88/year
🔹 Lifetime Membership: $375 (or 10 payments of $37.50)

Note: Lifetime memberships support the association for the duration of your life, ensuring a lasting legacy for the Kansas Guard.

Have questions or need more reasons to join? Reach out to our President, Bill Komma, for more details.

Join us today and help us keep fighting for Kansas Guard families! 🇺🇸

04/30/2026

Despite overwhelming bipartisan support in both the House and Senate, the Governor has vetoed House Bill 2044, a vital piece of legislation that would have provided essential state income tax relief for some Kansas National Guard service members.

We highly encourage all members and supporters to reach out to your local legislators. Share your feelings on the importance of this bill and how you want it to be a consideration in the next session.

The fact that we got this bill passed with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate is a step in the right direction. Thanks to all who got it this far.

04/29/2026

Support Duty Status Reform! 🇺🇸
The National Guard needs a simpler, fairer system. Right now, there are over 30 different ways to be called to duty. It’s confusing and affects your pay and benefits.

We are making Duty Status Reform our #1 priority for the 2027 defense budget. It’s time to streamline the system and ensure every Guard member is treated fairly.

📢 How You Can Help
Contact your Reps: Urge them to co-sponsor the Duty Status Reform Act.
Spread the Word: Share this post with your unit and family.

The association is accelerating its push for Duty Status Reform, its top priority in deliberations on fiscal 2027 defense legislation.

04/28/2026

Industry Day 2026

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Nickell Armory
2722 SW Topeka Blvd.
Topeka KS 66611

Over 30 exhibitors!


Military/law enforcement equipment and clothing, AAFES, medical and state sponsored life insurance, financial planning, educational opportunities and much more!