Resources, News, and Events for Veterans in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties
One hundred years ago the American Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most prominent nonprofit groups in the United States. American Legion goals include a commitment to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, …
The Thomas A Biddle Foundation provides resources and support for families left behind after PTSD Veteran suicide. Each year. they host a fundraiser that combines a dinner and auction, and a motorcycle ride the next day after breakfast, hosted by a local American Legion post. The 5th Annual SOAR ride was the second weekend in …
[originally posted in the Grand Coulee Star] “Here we are again at the end of our sale season as we come to the community to thank everyone for a fantastic thirteen-week run at the VET Center. Our American Legion Post appreciates everybody has who stopped by and shopped with us during our sale. Although it …
Douglas County Commissioners, Washington Trust representatives, and the Color Guard from Wenatchee Valley VFW Post 3617 gathered August 27th at the Pangborn traffic circle in East Wenatchee to install a new 20’ x 30’ flag. The flag was provided by Washington Trust Bank. Post 3617 volunteers have adopted the duties of lowering and raising the …
“My name is Rich Henning. I’m a retired, 100% Disabled, US Army Veteran. I am walking 500 miles for PTSD awareness. My mission is to share my success as well as your potential to manage PTSD and access helpful Veteran agencies. “During my walk I am creating a video documentary focusing on PTSD success stories …
“Our guys start at 6am placing these flags at the Brewster Cemetery and then visit 4 towns cemeteries to honor the Veterans at each one. They come back to the [American Legion] Post 97 and have a color/arms presentation in front of the memorial there. The day is finished by taking down all the flags, …
This year, Wenatchee Valley College Veteran Knights hosted their 4th annual Armed Forces Day event on May 17th. With support from the College, local veterans organizations, and community-focused businesses, the public was able to learn about the military, our area resources, and grab a free lunch.
Operation Creation’s mission is to provide free or extremely low-cost experiences and events at local farms and art studios, intended to teach art and agriculture skills, and to connect veterans with each other and the communities they call home. Operation Creation’s official launch was on 27 April 2019 at Quincy’s WWII Themed Community Dance (at …