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Retired Marine Col. John “JP” Farnam, past Support The Enlisted Project board chairman; STEP Director of Development Veronica Worthington; Lisa Farris, Callaway Golf Co. Foundation program representative; and STEP co-founder and CEO Tony Teravainen, retired Navy, celebrate the foundation’s $50,000 grant on Friday, Feb. 23. (Courtesy photo)

Support The Enlisted Project receives $50,000 grant from Callaway foundation

News Release February 27, 2024
Every year, the Callaway Golf Co. Foundation selects one military charity to support, and this year, Support The Enlisted Project was named its national charity partner.
Fannie Griffin McClendon (left) served more than two decades in the military, including service in both the Army and Air Force. (Library of Congress Veterans History Project photo)

Celebrating women veterans: 5 meaningful ways to pay tribute

Family Features February 16, 2024
Veterans play an important role in U.S. history. Over time, the demographics of veterans have changed, but few realize the growing role of women in the armed forces. Today, women comprise 11% of the veteran population. According to the Pew Research Center, that number is expected to increase to 18% by 2048.

Encinitas detailer offers free vehicle cleanings for military, law enforcement

News Release November 26, 2022
DA and 3D Car Care Master certified detailer Jose Junco with High Performance Auto Detail of Encinitas is giving away a full automotive detail with ceramic coating once a month to veterans, law enforcement and armed forces members in the San Diego area who lend their vehicle to 3D Car Care detailing training sessions.
Representatives from groups including Warrior Village Project and Wounded Warrior Homes stand in front of an accessory dwelling unit at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 23, 2021. (Warrior Village Project photo)

North County groups, schools partner to help homeless veterans

OsideNews June 10, 2022

By Charlene Pulsonetti: Fallbrook CA— When Mark Pilcher read an article about the current housing crisis, he didn’t think about it as a one-sided story. He considered other reports about the rising...

Representatives from groups including Warrior Village Project and Wounded Warrior Homes stand in front of an accessory dwelling unit at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 23, 2021. (Warrior Village Project photo)

North County groups, schools partner to help homeless veterans

Charlene Pulsonetti June 10, 2022
The Warrior Village Project aims to build affordable housing for veterans experiencing homelessness with the ultimate goal of creating multiple 12-unit villages. In these spaces, veterans can live independently and benefit from the camaraderie and the resources they need to thrive.
SeaWorld San Diego Honors Veterans with Red, White and Blue Salute with Free Tickets, Live Music and Patriotic Fireworks

SeaWorld San Diego Honors Veterans with Red, White and Blue Salute with Free Tickets, Live Music and Patriotic Fireworks

OsideNews November 2, 2021

Annual salute features daily flag ceremony, live music and patriotic fireworks plus free tickets to Veterans and their family members San Diego CA— SeaWorld San Diego is honoring those who serve or have...

SeaWorld Offers FREE Admission for U.S. Military Veterans and Their Families

SeaWorld Offers FREE Admission for U.S. Military Veterans and Their Families

OsideNews April 28, 2021

Parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego will provide complimentary admission to America’s heroes with enhanced health and safety measures in place San Diego CA— Now through June 27, 2021, SeaWorld...

Republican Women of California – San Marcos Veterans Recognition and Honoring Dinner, November 4

Republican Women of California – San Marcos Veterans Recognition and Honoring Dinner, November 4

OsideNews October 13, 2019

San Marcos CA— We most cordially invite all to our Veterans Recognition and Honoring dinner. November will see us hosting probably our most favorite event of the year – our celebration and honoring...

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OCEANSIDE: Veterans resource fair July 26

July 13, 2018

OCEANSIDE — State Sen. Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel, 36th District) hosts a resource fair for veterans July 26, 8 a.m. to noon, at the Veterans Association of North County, 1617 Mission Ave. in Oceanside....

(Photo courtesy: Charlie Skiff)

“Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans” Celebration Presented by Hospice of the North Coast

OsideNews February 15, 2018

Vietnam Vets Invited to Enjoy Heartfelt Thanks of the Community at Hospice of the North Coast’s March 30th Celebration at Veterans Association of North County (VANC) Carlsbad CA— One half-century after...

(Photo courtesy: Starbucks)

Free Coffee at Starbucks for Veterans, Active Duty Military, Spouses on Veterans Day

OsideNews November 9, 2017

San Diego County CA— On November 11, 2017, any Veteran, active duty military and military spouse who visits any Starbucks will be treated to a free tall coffee. Oceanside is home to the first Starbucks...

SeaWorld San Diego Honors U.S. Military Veterans with Free Admission

SeaWorld San Diego Honors U.S. Military Veterans with Free Admission

OsideNews July 7, 2017

Military veterans and up to three guests invited to enjoy free admission during tribute program San Diego CA— SeaWorld® San Diego is honoring the men and women who have previously served as members...

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