Veteran Community Initiatives, VCI

10/22/2026

Pencil it in. Thank you in advance to all volunteers this day !

10/22/2026

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10/22/2026

Our office is an official drop site for Toys for Tots! Please help us and our local Marines make the holidays special for those in need.

Toys for Tots accepts new, unwrapped toys—typically valued around $10 or more—and does not accept used toys, realistic-looking weapons, food items, or toys containing chemicals. These guidelines ensure safe, appropriate gifts for children ages 0–12 and help local chapters distribute items effectively.

To Request a Toy, please follow the link:

10/21/2026

Thank you, Elks Riders Lodge 175 for your continued generosity over the years to support our area veterans and families! Your donations have had an incredible impact in helping us ensure we care for those who have served our Nation.

10/21/2026

Congratulations and thank you, Kylee, for choosing to serve our Nation!

Congratulations to Ferndale’s Kylee Schonvisky! Kylee graduated from basic training on September 24th. Kylee is currently at Fort Leonard Wood where she’s completing her advanced individual training. She will finish her training at the end of November. Thank you for your service to our country! 🇺🇸

10/20/2026

We invite all veterans and their spouses to join us for our Annual Veterans Dinner on Nov. 7th from 4-6 pm. The meal is a Thanksgiving meal of turkey, potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, and dessert. This meal is free to all who attend. We ask that if you are planning to attend you call the church office at (814)536-0796 to RSVP with the number attending.

10/20/2026

The Ferndale Area School District warmly invites all Veterans within the Ferndale Area Community and their families to our 2026 Veterans Day Presentation, followed by a Thanksgiving Luncheon as a token of our appreciation for your service and sacrifice.

Please see the attached flyer for more information.

You may RSVP by completing the Google Form here: www.tinyurl.com/fasd-vet-2026

***Please complete the RSVP form by Friday, November 6th, 2026.

Please share this invitation with a veteran in our community. We look forward to honoring and celebrating with you!

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

If you are a veteran or know someone who is...

10/15/2026

⭐️Bishop McCort’s Annual Veterans Day Breakfast ⭐️

Bishop McCort’s National Honor Society invites all veterans to join us for a FREE breakfast as we honor and thank you for your service and sacrifice!

📅 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 7:30–10:30 AM
📍 Bishop McCort Student Union/Cafeteria

Veterans are invited to bring a guest! Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 4, by calling (814) 536-8991.

Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. We are forever grateful for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice! ❤️🤍💙