Army Sponsorship

Question 1

What Army Publication covers the Total Army Sponsorship Program?

Answer 1

AR 600-8-8

Question 2

What is S-Gate?

Answer 2

S-Gate provides information for incoming soldiers entering the USAEUR theater of command, including who their sponsor is and how to contact them. It also includes pinpoint orders, welcome letter, needs assessment checklist, and links to other useful USAEUR websites.

Question 3

What DA Form is used to transmit sponsorship requirements to gaining command?

Answer 3

DA Form 5434

DA form 5434E (electronically generated)

Question 4

How soon after the DA 5434 is received should a sponsor be assigned?

Answer 4

10 working days unless the sponsorship is declined

Question 5

What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?

Answer 5

The sponsor should be :

• equal to or higher ranking
• Same sex
• familiar with the unit and activities

of the incoming soldier

Question 6

What are 6 elements of the sponsorship program?

Answer 6

• DA Form 5434
• Welcome Letter
• ACS relocation readiness services
• Reception
• Orientation
• Inprocessing

Question 7

Should there be a sponsorship program for a soldier departing a unit?

Answer 7

yes