Association of Defense Communities (ADC)

Our military’s ability to succeed depends on having a strong foundation at home, and that begins with America’s Defense Communities. To secure the future of our military’s home, ADC’s HOME Initiative is driving action in four key areas.

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Registration Is Open!

Join us in Washington, D.C., May 11–13, for this historic event.

ADC50 will sell out, so we recommend registering early. Registration includes full access to Summit sessions and networking events plus a general admission ticket to a special celebration at The Anthem.

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Partnerships that Power the Mission.

This year, we gather in Military Bay, USA™ — Tampa Bay, home to MacDill Air Force Base and a designated Great American Defense Community—where mission meets momentum and partnership is part of the culture.

Join the leaders building what’s next for America’s installations. Because national security starts at home—and it’s powered by the partnerships we build together.

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MEET AMERICA’S
DEFENSE COMMUNITIES

Behind every mission, base and family there is a community that provides a home to our military. From small towns to cities, regions and entire states – defense communities take different forms, but their role is the same – providing a foundation for our national security and a home for our military families.

Representing every major defense community and state in the country, the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) is a 300+ member organization dedicated to advancing issues that build strong communities and strengthen the ability for service members to defend our nation.

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“Final Flight,” Photo by Senior Airman Alexander Cook, F-35A Demo Team Public Affairs

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ADC50 Changemaker: Kathleen Ferguson

Partnership is at the core of Kathleen Ferguson’s career. Her service spans 35 years in the Air Force civilian workforce and includes three Presidential Rank Awards. She has held a variety of leadership positions and represented the Air Force on Capitol Hill many times. She has shown a lifelong...

In Our Communities

New Jersey Base Visits Local Elementary to Honor Military Children As a part of the month of the military child, officials from Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey visited a nearby elementary school, setting up activities across the campus for students to learn from. According to an Army report, the...

Snap of the Week

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform during The Great Texas Airshow at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 02. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick

ADC50 Changemaker: Leon Panetta

From serving the Monterey Bay in California as a member of Congress to spearheading military readiness as the secretary of defense – with many other positions in between and beyond – Leon Panetta’s career has carried a deep commitment and dedication to public service, creating lasting changes to...

In Our Communities

New Mexico Missile Range Hosts Annual Ranchers’ Day The White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico hosted its annual Ranchers’ Day, bringing in local ranchers to learn about the importance of the range and gain a better understanding of its role in the community. Attendees got to tour the facility...