Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) by Citizens
Q: How do I get connected with a soldier?
A: When you complete the Connection Sign Up sheet on the web site, your information will be filed in the CSC data base. We will match you
with a soldier according to your preferences using common interests and
personal traits as the basis. Then you will be invited to a CSC social
event where you will be provided with a brief introduction to the
program, along with a “Connection Packet.” Then you will be introduced
to your selected soldier.
Q: How often am I expected to meet with my soldier?
A:
The goal of the program is to launch a lasting friendship between
yourself and your soldier. Friends get together, talk by phone,
exchange notes and E-MAILS as often as they wish as part of their
friendship. There is no minimum requirement for meetings or other
interactions.
Q: Can I use frequent flier miles to provide tickets to my soldier’s family?
A:
No, the Joint Ethics Regulations prohibit gifts of this value. These
regulations are posted on the CSC website for your review. Citizens are
expected to comply with these regulations at all times.
Q: Will I be permitted to visit my soldier at Ft. Carson?
A:
Yes. With his/her invitation, you may enter the Post at Gate 1 on
Highway 115 by presenting the proper credentials. You must pass this
security procedure each time you enter the Post. Please observe all
traffic regulations when on the Post grounds.
Q: What if we just don’t get along? Do we have to continue to get together?
A:
No. The program is voluntary. You may wish not to continue your
relationship. We ask that you contact the CSC office to let them know
you will not continue with the relationship and let them know if you
wish to try to connect with another soldier.
DISCLAIMER The Citizen Soldier Connection ("CSC") is a voluntary program for both citizens and soldiers. While CSC facilitates the connection between citizens and soldiers in order to accomplish the mission of CSC and, thereby, to benefit soldiers and citizens, CSC does not assign soldiers or citizens to one another. The connection of individuals is based on an apparent match that takes into consideration a variety of factors, including information provided by both soldiers and citizens, which leads to the introduction of a soldier and citizen to one another. Once the introduction is made, it is solely for the soldier and citizen to decide whether to establish and pursue a relationship and activities contemplated by the mission of CSC. CSC provides no assurance that the connection will work to the satisfaction of anyone, in either the short or long term, and CSC makes no guaranties as to the quality or success of the connection. Further, CSC makes no promises and bears no responsibility regarding the character, conduct or actions of any participants in the program. The soldier and citizen each fully accepts and bears any and all risks associated in any manner with the activity, conduct, misconduct, actions or inactions of the person with whom they choose to establish a connection. Each soldier and citizen who chooses to participate in the CSC program must, as a condition of participating in the program, sign and deliver to CSC a CSC Participant Waiver and Release Form.