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Ladies and Gentlemen,
This email provides notice of First Coast Honor Flight, Inc.'s
This email provides notice of First Coast Honor Flight, Inc.'s
inaugural Honor Flight later this year.
inaugural Honor Flight later this year.
The sole mission of First Coast Honor Flight (FCHF) is to provide Northeast Florida Veterans with "the trip of a lifetime" to Washington, D.C. at no expense to them, to visit the monuments and memorials honoring their service and sacrifice.
For the past 18 months, serious public health concerns and the closure of most Washington-area memorial sites have prevented the nationwide network of Honor Flight Hubs from flying. The national Honor Flight Network Board of Directors has authorized Honor Flights to resume effective August 15th, 2021.
FCHF has set an inaugural flight date of Saturday, October 2, 2021 for a group of 25 Veterans and 25 Guardians to travel from Jacksonville International Airport to Washington, D.C. and return the same day. Six FCHF Staff members, including a medical doctor, will escort this group.
We are in the process of selecting the group of Veterans and Guardians who will travel on this flight. ALL SELECTEES WILL BE INDIVIDUALLY CONTACTED TO CONFIRM CONTINUED INTEREST AND AVAILABILITY. We will complete the selection and notification processes by August 31, 2021.
For the safety and wellbeing of Veterans, Guardians, Staff Members, and Volunteers, COVID-19 protocols and precautions will be in effect for all Honor Flights nationwide through the end of 2021. Additional information will be provided to Veterans and Guardians selected for FCHF’s October flight and to Volunteers wishing to assist with Flight-related events.
With respect,
Selena Hernandez-Haines
President, First Coast Honor Flight, Inc.
888.400.1185
info@firstcoasthonorflight.org
Purchase your tickets now call
Purchase your tickets now call
President John McGinty 904.679.1947
President John McGinty 904.679.1947
or
or
1 VP Gary Newman 904.269.1857
1 VP Gary Newman 904.269.1857
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
Thanks for your support!
Thanks for your support!
VVAFSC JUNE 2021 MEETING INFO
VVAFSC JUNE 2021 MEETING INFO
Event Summary:
Event Summary:
VVA/Vietnam Veterans of America Florida State Council Meeting JUN 2021
VVA/Vietnam Veterans of America Florida State Council Meeting JUN 2021
Start Date: 2021 Jun 25, Fri
Start Date: 2021 Jun 25, Fri
End Date: 2021 Jun 27, Sun
End Date: 2021 Jun 27, Sun
Last Day to Book:
Last Day to Book:
2021 Jun 4, Fri
2021 Jun 4, Fri
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
- Orlando Marriott Lake Mary for 108 USD per night
A ceremony will take place on Monday 29 MAR 21 at 1300 in front of Post 8093. Food will be available for purchase both before and after the ceremony.
A ceremony will take place on Monday 29 MAR 21 at 1300 in front of Post 8093. Food will be available for purchase both before and after the ceremony.
Post 8093 is located at 351 S Charles Beal Blvd DeBary.
Post 8093 is located at 351 S Charles Beal Blvd DeBary.
Thank you to all the Men and Women who served in Vietnam.
Thank you to all the Men and Women who served in Vietnam.
Chapter 1046 3-15-21.docx
Just released from VVA National.....see below
Just released from VVA National.....see below
VVA Candidates and interest Members.
VVA Candidates and interest Members.
The Convention date has been changed to Nov, 2 thru the 6, 2021 and will be a in person Convention. The deadline date has been extended to June 30, 2021 and must be posted mark by that day. This is for "Letter of Intent" and all supporting forms except for the Finance Report, due on Thursday at noon before the election. Please feel free to pass this on to members. More information will be on the WEB site and the Veteran.
The Convention date has been changed to Nov, 2 thru the 6, 2021 and will be a in person Convention. The deadline date has been extended to June 30, 2021 and must be posted mark by that day. This is for "Letter of Intent" and all supporting forms except for the Finance Report, due on Thursday at noon before the election. Please feel free to pass this on to members. More information will be on the WEB site and the Veteran.
Adolph Gardner,
Adolph Gardner,
for the Election Committee
for the Election Committee
see awards date change below
see awards date change below
vva 566 2-29-20.docx
CLICK ABOVE FOR MORE PHOTOS..................
CLICK ABOVE FOR MORE PHOTOS..................
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comments: Rod Phillips at webmaster@vvafsc.org
Feb 3, 2021~~
Feb 3, 2021~~
VVAFSC President John McGinty, with VVA 1046 President, Tony D'aleo and VVA 1046 member Steven Spickelmier at the annual "Four Chaplains" service in Jacksonville
VVAFSC President John McGinty, with VVA 1046 President, Tony D'aleo and VVA 1046 member Steven Spickelmier at the annual "Four Chaplains" service in Jacksonville
Top Left Pic (R) VVAFSC President John McGinty, with VVA 1046 President Tony D'aleo 2020 recipient Tony D'Aleo,
Top Left Pic (R) VVAFSC President John McGinty, with VVA 1046 President Tony D'aleo 2020 recipient Tony D'Aleo,
Ctr Pic (L) VVA 1046 President, Tony D'aleo 2020 recipient (C) 2021 recipient Michael J. DelPizzo (center), and 2020 recipient Steve Spickelmier (R)
Ctr Pic (L) VVA 1046 President, Tony D'aleo 2020 recipient (C) 2021 recipient Michael J. DelPizzo (center), and 2020 recipient Steve Spickelmier (R)
Top Right Pic (L) VVAFSC President John McGinty, unk, 2020 recipient Steve Spickelmier (R)
Top Right Pic (L) VVAFSC President John McGinty, unk, 2020 recipient Steve Spickelmier (R)
2020 Recipients
2020 Recipients
December 15, 2020
December 15, 2020
Urgent Notice Action Required
Urgent Notice Action Required
The National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (NDAA) was recently passed by the House and Senate with enough votes to override the Veto by President Trump. This act has major importance, but for you the Veterans of Vietnam, none more important than the authorization of three (3) new presumptive illnesses; Parkinson life tremors, bladder cancer and hyperthyroidism. When it will take effect is to be determined, however I am asking that if you have ever filed and were denied or never filed but have been diagnosed with any of these new presumptive, please contact a qualified service officer as soon as possible.
The National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 (NDAA) was recently passed by the House and Senate with enough votes to override the Veto by President Trump. This act has major importance, but for you the Veterans of Vietnam, none more important than the authorization of three (3) new presumptive illnesses; Parkinson life tremors, bladder cancer and hyperthyroidism. When it will take effect is to be determined, however I am asking that if you have ever filed and were denied or never filed but have been diagnosed with any of these new presumptive, please contact a qualified service officer as soon as possible.
If you have filed in the past for these illnesses, the VA will not automatically reopen your case. You will need to file a one of the following:
If you have filed in the past for these illnesses, the VA will not automatically reopen your case. You will need to file a one of the following:
VA Form 20-0995 (supplemental claim, if previously filed):
VA Form 20-0995 (supplemental claim, if previously filed):
VA Form 20-0996 (seeking reestablishing of a denied appeal);
VA Form 20-0996 (seeking reestablishing of a denied appeal);
VA Form 21-526ez (a new claim for disability if you’ve never filed)
VA Form 21-526ez (a new claim for disability if you’ve never filed)
Our office will assist any and all veterans in filing the correct paperwork to seek benefits under the new presumptive.
Our office will assist any and all veterans in filing the correct paperwork to seek benefits under the new presumptive.
For more information please contact:
For more information please contact:
Marc McCabe: 727-742-3188 Or by email: Marc.mccabe@va.gov
Marc McCabe: 727-742-3188 Or by email: Marc.mccabe@va.gov
The above message is from Bureau Chief, Vietnam Veterans of America. It's important to read and take urgent notice of action your required to do. Pass it on to other Veterans, that maybe have these new presumptive illnesses.
The above message is from Bureau Chief, Vietnam Veterans of America. It's important to read and take urgent notice of action your required to do. Pass it on to other Veterans, that maybe have these new presumptive illnesses.
Learn more.....https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JLmRhr0XrImCu18VG8qPZY7QKsp3OEp9/view
Learn more.....https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JLmRhr0XrImCu18VG8qPZY7QKsp3OEp9/view
Dec 2, 2020~~~Mike Bousher, Florida Veterans Council Chairman, Past President VVAFSC
Dec 2, 2020~~~Mike Bousher, Florida Veterans Council Chairman, Past President VVAFSC
more............click on Mike above or the video below
more............click on Mike above or the video below
Dear Sisters and Brothers of our Florida State Council,
Dear Sisters and Brothers of our Florida State Council,
Hello, I am Linda D'Agostino, AVVA member since 2011, and I am the Chairperson for this year's FSC AVVA Member of the Year Committee. I am sending out a reminder of the upcoming FSC AVVA “Member of the Year” nominations and elections. We are asking that all nominations be received by January 31, 2021. I realize that is a few weeks away yet, but time can get by us very quickly, as we all know.
Hello, I am Linda D'Agostino, AVVA member since 2011, and I am the Chairperson for this year's FSC AVVA Member of the Year Committee. I am sending out a reminder of the upcoming FSC AVVA “Member of the Year” nominations and elections. We are asking that all nominations be received by January 31, 2021. I realize that is a few weeks away yet, but time can get by us very quickly, as we all know.
Fortunately last year we received several nominations. Hopefully this year we can do even better. We all know of someone in our Chapter that deserves special recognition for all that they do throughout the year to help our organization grow and thrive. That someone who is “always there” to volunteer their extra time and energy. Someone who helps to make your Chapter inviting and encourages others to do what they can, no matter how great or small.
Fortunately last year we received several nominations. Hopefully this year we can do even better. We all know of someone in our Chapter that deserves special recognition for all that they do throughout the year to help our organization grow and thrive. That someone who is “always there” to volunteer their extra time and energy. Someone who helps to make your Chapter inviting and encourages others to do what they can, no matter how great or small.
I have attached a bit of information about what we are looking for, how to spot that special person in your chapter. We don’t need a lengthy letter of recommendation, but please, a bit more than “I think this person deserves to be nominated because he or she is great.” Please email your nomination to me as soon as possible to: lbadgley@gmail.com, or, if you prefer you can mail the nomination to me at:
I have attached a bit of information about what we are looking for, how to spot that special person in your chapter. We don’t need a lengthy letter of recommendation, but please, a bit more than “I think this person deserves to be nominated because he or she is great.” Please email your nomination to me as soon as possible to: lbadgley@gmail.com, or, if you prefer you can mail the nomination to me at:
Linda D’Agostino, 4709 Myrtle Dr., Ft. Pierce, FL, 34982
Linda D’Agostino, 4709 Myrtle Dr., Ft. Pierce, FL, 34982
Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and New Year to come. We’ll hopefully see you all in March when we announce our very special Member of the Year. Thank you.
Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and New Year to come. We’ll hopefully see you all in March when we announce our very special Member of the Year. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Linda D’Agostino
Linda D’Agostino
Chair, Member of the Year Committee
Chair, Member of the Year Committee
AVVAFA Secretary
AVVAFA Secretary
Delegate, Chapter 566, St. Lucie County
Delegate, Chapter 566, St. Lucie County
Marine Corp Birthday.pdf
Help us make this happen before these Veterans pass on...It is time to honor them
Help us make this happen before these Veterans pass on...It is time to honor them
The Semper Fidelis Society is assisting the Korean War Veterans Association here in Jacksonville with a memorial monument to be placed at the National Cemetery NLT March 2020. Semper Fidelis Society and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1046 are donating $500 each. Donations from others and other organizations would be greatly appreciated.
The Semper Fidelis Society is assisting the Korean War Veterans Association here in Jacksonville with a memorial monument to be placed at the National Cemetery NLT March 2020. Semper Fidelis Society and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1046 are donating $500 each. Donations from others and other organizations would be greatly appreciated.
Donations can be made to: Semper Fidelis Society
Donations can be made to: Semper Fidelis Society
PO Box 28188
PO Box 28188
Jacksonville, Fl 32226
Jacksonville, Fl 32226
Any donation amount would be appreciated and will help us honor and recognized these War Veterans in perpetuity. It is long overdue!!
Any donation amount would be appreciated and will help us honor and recognized these War Veterans in perpetuity. It is long overdue!!
WELCOME HOME in Charlotte County — Oct 22, 2020 7:50:29 PM
WELCOME HOME in Charlotte County — Oct 22, 2020 7:50:29 PM
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VOTE ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 24TH, 2020 — Oct 20, 2020 10:42:40 AM
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VOTE ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 24TH, 2020 — Oct 20, 2020 10:42:40 AM
VVAFSC MEETING IN LAKE MARY — Oct 19, 2020 8:03:46 PM
VVAFSC MEETING IN LAKE MARY — Oct 19, 2020 8:03:46 PM
VVA Membership Affairs Committee Report............MORE CLICK BELOW — Oct 18, 2020 10:15:48 AM
VVA Membership Affairs Committee Report............MORE CLICK BELOW — Oct 18, 2020 10:15:48 AM
OCTOBER IS.........AGENT ORANGE AWARENESS MONTH — Oct 5, 2020 12:51:00 PM
OCTOBER IS.........AGENT ORANGE AWARENESS MONTH — Oct 5, 2020 12:51:00 PM
VVA 1048 E-Newsletter September 2020 — Oct 1, 2020 10:24:44 AM
VVA 1048 E-Newsletter September 2020 — Oct 1, 2020 10:24:44 AM
http://www.vvaveteran.org/ — Sep 4, 2020 4:20:18 PM
http://www.vvaveteran.org/ — Sep 4, 2020 4:20:18 PM
http://eepurl.com/hccwNv — Sep 1, 2020 2:22:33 AM
http://eepurl.com/hccwNv — Sep 1, 2020 2:22:33 AM
James T. Snyder, Rest in Peace — Aug 28, 2020 7:56:50 PM
James T. Snyder, Rest in Peace — Aug 28, 2020 7:56:50 PM
VVA 1046 MASKS — Aug 8, 2020 2:09:34 PM
VVA 1046 MASKS — Aug 8, 2020 2:09:34 PM
AVVA 1046 MASKS/Please Support Today! — Aug 8, 2020 10:58:37 AM
AVVA 1046 MASKS/Please Support Today! — Aug 8, 2020 10:58:37 AM
Wear Your Mask — Aug 7, 2020 3:38:39 PM
Wear Your Mask — Aug 7, 2020 3:38:39 PM
Mask — Aug 7, 2020 3:36:40 PM
Mask — Aug 7, 2020 3:36:40 PM
National PH Day — Aug 7, 2020 3:33:20 PM
National PH Day — Aug 7, 2020 3:33:20 PM
National Purple Heart Day 2020 — Aug 7, 2020 9:26:33 AM
National Purple Heart Day 2020 — Aug 7, 2020 9:26:33 AM
Support Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home by Vietnam Veterans of America 1046 — Aug 5, 2020 11:02:16 AM
Support Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home by Vietnam Veterans of America 1046 — Aug 5, 2020 11:02:16 AM
Florida E-Recon Report July 31, 2020 — Aug 2, 2020 2:14:11 PM
Florida E-Recon Report July 31, 2020 — Aug 2, 2020 2:14:11 PM
VVA 1048 NEWS LETTER JULY 2020 — Aug 2, 2020 2:10:53 PM
VVA 1048 NEWS LETTER JULY 2020 — Aug 2, 2020 2:10:53 PM
VVA 1048 NO-CONTACT-DRIVE BY FOOD DRIVE — Jul 24, 2020 12:09:54 PM
VVA 1048 NO-CONTACT-DRIVE BY FOOD DRIVE — Jul 24, 2020 12:09:54 PM
Eligible Veterans can get free Portal – VAntage Point — Jul 23, 2020 1:04:49 PM
Eligible Veterans can get free Portal – VAntage Point — Jul 23, 2020 1:04:49 PM
VVA 1048 Steve Chubb — Jul 21, 2020 7:19:56 PM
VVA 1048 Steve Chubb — Jul 21, 2020 7:19:56 PM
Report from President John Rowan July 2020 — Jul 18, 2020 3:04:05 PM
Report from President John Rowan July 2020 — Jul 18, 2020 3:04:05 PM
VVA Member David Knapp Rest in Peace — Jul 17, 2020 11:39:58 AM
VVA Member David Knapp Rest in Peace — Jul 17, 2020 11:39:58 AM
Passing of VVA 1048 Life Member Dennis Dibble — Jul 16, 2020 7:19:53 PM
Passing of VVA 1048 Life Member Dennis Dibble — Jul 16, 2020 7:19:53 PM
AVVA_FL Chapter Reps Update 07/15/2020 — Jul 15, 2020 7:54:30 PM
AVVA_FL Chapter Reps Update 07/15/2020 — Jul 15, 2020 7:54:30 PM
FSC schedules August 27 Zoom meeting Florida State Council President Mike Bousher............ — Jul 15, 2020 7:44:27 PM
FSC schedules August 27 Zoom meeting Florida State Council President Mike Bousher............ — Jul 15, 2020 7:44:27 PM
Space limited – SIGN UP for Direct Access to VA Claims and Services for Jacksonville Veterans– Register Now — Jul 15, 2020 12:36:27 PM
Space limited – SIGN UP for Direct Access to VA Claims and Services for Jacksonville Veterans– Register Now — Jul 15, 2020 12:36:27 PM
MilSaver — Jul 15, 2020 10:27:39 AM
MilSaver — Jul 15, 2020 10:27:39 AM