AR 600-8-8 (TASP)

What Regulation covers the Total Army Sponsorship Program?

AR 600-8-8

Who is offered the opportunity to participate in the Sponsorship Program?

Any Soldier in the rank PVT-COL

What DA Form is sent from strength management to identify new Soldiers incoming to the unit?

DA Form 5434, Sponsorship Program Counseling and Information Sheet

According to regulation what Soldiers are mandated to have a sponsor?

First term Soldiers

What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?

The Soldier should be in a grade equal to or higher ranking than the incoming soldier. The sponsor should be the same sex (gender) as the sponsor. The sponsor should be familiar with the unit or activity and community.

AR 600-8-8

The Total Army Sponsorship Program

What is the purpose of the Total Army Sponsorship Program?

To help commanders exercise their basic responsibility to assist Soldiers, civilian employees, and families successfully relocate into and out of their commands.

What are some of the sponsorship requirements you are expected to provide for an incoming Soldier?

• Send welcome letter • Provide information for ACS relocation readiness services • Greet the incoming Soldier at reception • Familiarize the new Soldier to the unit and community • Including an early visit to ACS

How many days after notification does the sponsor have to contact the incoming Soldier?

10 days