Who needs DD form 2536?
The DD Form 2536 is the US Department of Defense form that should be submitted by an individual acting on behalf of a sponsoring organization that requires the assistance of a musical unit of the Armed Forces when organizing events with the purpose of stimulating patriotism or fostering public appreciation of the national heritage, etc.
What is the purpose of the DD Form 2536?
This form’s full name is the Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events is used to request Armed Forces musical unit, personnel, color/ honor guard and/or exhibit/equipment participation in public events. The requested information is required to evaluate the event.
Should the DD2536 Form be accompanied by any other forms?
There is no need to attach any other forms to the properly completed Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events form.
When is the DD Form 2536 due?
The form must be properly prepared and submitted 60 days before the event.
How to fill out the Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events form?
The following information is required on the participation request form:
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Details about the event (specific requirements, date and time, title, site, program, purposes, etc.)
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Data about the sponsoring organization (name, address, representative, type of organization, etc.)
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Support data about the sponsoring organization
Where to submit the DD Form 2536?
There are several possible destinations for the DD Form 2536, as indicated at the bottom part of the form. The location to which the form should be sent is dependent on the relevant military organization -- the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and the National Guard Bureau. It is highly recommended that the sponsor organization should retain a copy of the completed Request for Armed Forces Participation in Public Events form for future reference.