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DISTRICT 26 OFFICERS, 2024-2025
DISTRICT 26 OFFICERS, 2024-2025
President
Peggy Toye U105 Redwood City
1st Vice Pres.
Bonnie Schrier U585 San Carlos
2nd Vice Pres.
Marci Lyzun U585 San Carlos
Secretary
Susan Schabinger U474 Coastside
Treasurer
Cindy McReynolds U105 Redwood City
Chaplain
Janice Key U238 Pacifica
District officers facilitate and coordinate Unit knowledge-sharing and best practices. The District serves as a conduit of information from the Department (state-level) to Units regarding events, obligations, news and guidelines. Officer terms follow the fiscal year, July 1 to June 30.
District officers facilitate and coordinate Unit knowledge-sharing and best practices. The District serves as a conduit of information from the Department (state-level) to Units regarding events, obligations, news and guidelines. Officer terms follow the fiscal year, July 1 to June 30.
2024 U N I T B R I E F S
2024 U N I T B R I E F S
ALL PUBLIC EVENTS ARE LISTED ON DISTRICT 26 CALENDAR
UNIT 82, 130 SOUTH BLVD., SAN MATEO
UNIT 82, 130 SOUTH BLVD., SAN MATEO
Apr: U82 donated $250 towards their local PAL program and invites all Units to contribute; D26 donated $50 towards PAL as well. Long-time member Cora Jean Kleppe passed away.
Apr: U82 donated $250 towards their local PAL program and invites all Units to contribute; D26 donated $50 towards PAL as well. Long-time member Cora Jean Kleppe passed away.
Jan: 2/9 monthly dinner (no Jan dinner), 6:30pm St. Patrick’s Day early event. 2/18 Movie night.
Jan: 2/9 monthly dinner (no Jan dinner), 6:30pm St. Patrick’s Day early event. 2/18 Movie night.
Dec: Plans in the works for a movie night in February.
Dec: Plans in the works for a movie night in February.
Dec: 12/7 Hosting D26 gift dropoff, followed by mid-year report session with Unit Presidents. With U238, we delivered D26's gifts to the veteran patients at VA-MP and assisted the VA in distributing desserts to residents. 12/11 Unit lunch social & gift exchange. The next weekend we placed wreaths for Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery and served as monitors at the Lighted Boat Festival. 12/15 we volunteered at the VA's Holiday Party. Two days later, we were back to wrap holiday gifts for VA patients. Members closed the year by attending the annual "A Veterans Christmas" at SM Elks College, hosted by John Helin, giving thanks to veterans for their service.
Dec: 12/7 Hosting D26 gift dropoff, followed by mid-year report session with Unit Presidents. With U238, we delivered D26's gifts to the veteran patients at VA-MP and assisted the VA in distributing desserts to residents. 12/11 Unit lunch social & gift exchange. The next weekend we placed wreaths for Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery and served as monitors at the Lighted Boat Festival. 12/15 we volunteered at the VA's Holiday Party. Two days later, we were back to wrap holiday gifts for VA patients. Members closed the year by attending the annual "A Veterans Christmas" at SM Elks College, hosted by John Helin, giving thanks to veterans for their service.
Nov: 11/2-5 P105 is a Vote Center. 11/9 SOS Breakfast at the Post. 11/11: Due to rain, we welcomed the public at Post 105 at our Veterans Day Ceremony. The Post Family purchased $500 worth of stuffed toys for First Responders (police, fire & sheriff depts.) to distribute at 911 calls and $500 for Toys for Vets. 11/17 Post Family volunteering at Berkeley Half Marathon. 11/19 Dropping off $500 worth of food for CSM’s Veterans Resource & Opportunity Center. Hosting 4/6/25 Dept. President’s Visit. Approved increasing our Girls State program to five schools this year.
Nov: 11/2-5 P105 is a Vote Center. 11/9 SOS Breakfast at the Post. 11/11: Due to rain, we welcomed the public at Post 105 at our Veterans Day Ceremony. The Post Family purchased $500 worth of stuffed toys for First Responders (police, fire & sheriff depts.) to distribute at 911 calls and $500 for Toys for Vets. 11/17 Post Family volunteering at Berkeley Half Marathon. 11/19 Dropping off $500 worth of food for CSM’s Veterans Resource & Opportunity Center. Hosting 4/6/25 Dept. President’s Visit. Approved increasing our Girls State program to five schools this year.
Sep/Oct: Members volunteered at the Fisher House fundraiser made a $100 donation towards Fisher House. We relaunched our website: www.ALAUnit105rwc.com. 9/28 Post 105 Work Day had 11 volunteers: swept the parking lot, painted the front entrance, reorganized storage areas, and more. 10/12 SOS Breakfast 9am-12noon, followed by Scouts distributing Veterans Day flyers with us at RWC downtown. 10/30 Cmdr’s Coffee. All are welcomed to the 11/11 Ceremony at Courthouse Square. We're sponsoring five Girls State schools this year.
Sep/Oct: Members volunteered at the Fisher House fundraiser made a $100 donation towards Fisher House. We relaunched our website: www.ALAUnit105rwc.com. 9/28 Post 105 Work Day had 11 volunteers: swept the parking lot, painted the front entrance, reorganized storage areas, and more. 10/12 SOS Breakfast 9am-12noon, followed by Scouts distributing Veterans Day flyers with us at RWC downtown. 10/30 Cmdr’s Coffee. All are welcomed to the 11/11 Ceremony at Courthouse Square. We're sponsoring five Girls State schools this year.
Aug: 8/3 is a busy day: SOS Breakfast at the Hall ($10/adult, $5/children under 12), 23d Marines Regiment Car Wash in the parking lot, and D26 meeting in McDonald House. Seeking volunteers for 8/24 VA Fisher House Fundraiser held at RWC Veterans Memorial Senior Center. Post started planning for Veterans Day 2025.
Aug: 8/3 is a busy day: SOS Breakfast at the Hall ($10/adult, $5/children under 12), 23d Marines Regiment Car Wash in the parking lot, and D26 meeting in McDonald House. Seeking volunteers for 8/24 VA Fisher House Fundraiser held at RWC Veterans Memorial Senior Center. Post started planning for Veterans Day 2025.
Jul: Join P105 Family for the Fourth of July Parade. BBQ post-parade included many guests from other Posts.
Jul: Join P105 Family for the Fourth of July Parade. BBQ post-parade included many guests from other Posts.
May: 5/6 P105 hosted a county VSO and fed VA information session to assist vets. 5/11 our 2nd Annual Car Show had 80+ cars.
May: 5/6 P105 hosted a county VSO and fed VA information session to assist vets. 5/11 our 2nd Annual Car Show had 80+ cars.
Apr: 4/20 Post hosted SM County Blue Star Moms' packing day with Auxiliary, Forrest Financial, BSM, and National Charity League participating. Picture on D26 home page. Peggy & Cindy represented D26 & U105 at the San Mateo County Veterans Commission "Veterans Service Providers Symposium" along with 150+ attendees.
Apr: 4/20 Post hosted SM County Blue Star Moms' packing day with Auxiliary, Forrest Financial, BSM, and National Charity League participating. Picture on D26 home page. Peggy & Cindy represented D26 & U105 at the San Mateo County Veterans Commission "Veterans Service Providers Symposium" along with 150+ attendees.
Mar: 3/15 Home Depot volunteers gave the Post a 'facelift' by sprucing up the exteriors with plants, furnishings, and painting much of the interior. 3/30 Post hosted Vietnam Veterans of America's Car Show. Coming 5/11 is P105's own Car Show with main sponsor Boardwalk car dealerships; expect food for purchase, 100+ cars, and live entertainment.
Mar: 3/15 Home Depot volunteers gave the Post a 'facelift' by sprucing up the exteriors with plants, furnishings, and painting much of the interior. 3/30 Post hosted Vietnam Veterans of America's Car Show. Coming 5/11 is P105's own Car Show with main sponsor Boardwalk car dealerships; expect food for purchase, 100+ cars, and live entertainment.
Feb: 3/5 Post converts to a Vote Center. Girls State schools: Sequoia, Nueva and Design Tech. Members attended Redwood City Council meeting in support of lowered Park fees for the new Post building. Held NFL conference and Super Bowl parties.
Feb: 3/5 Post converts to a Vote Center. Girls State schools: Sequoia, Nueva and Design Tech. Members attended Redwood City Council meeting in support of lowered Park fees for the new Post building. Held NFL conference and Super Bowl parties.
Jan: Activities included: newest member donating gifts to Dept. Baby Shower for Travis AFB families, San Mateo High's musical "The Wedding Singer," 2/11 Super Bowl Party, and Mar 5 Post becomes a Vote Center. Tues/Thur Bingo nights benefit Santa Clara Vanguard Drum & Bugle Corps and the Post (win-win).
Jan: Activities included: newest member donating gifts to Dept. Baby Shower for Travis AFB families, San Mateo High's musical "The Wedding Singer," 2/11 Super Bowl Party, and Mar 5 Post becomes a Vote Center. Tues/Thur Bingo nights benefit Santa Clara Vanguard Drum & Bugle Corps and the Post (win-win).
Dec: Delivered D26's holiday gifts to the VA on 12/10 and served desserts. 12/16 participated in Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery, and 12/19 wrapped free gifts for veterans' children for VA's Toys for Vets program.
Dec: Delivered D26's holiday gifts to the VA on 12/10 and served desserts. 12/16 participated in Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery, and 12/19 wrapped free gifts for veterans' children for VA's Toys for Vets program.
12.5.24
12.5.24
UNIT 238, 555 BUEL AVENUE, PACIFICA
UNIT 238, 555 BUEL AVENUE, PACIFICA
Dec: Unit sponsored an ‘Adopt-a-Family” for the holidays. Early Bird/Veterans dinner at 6:00 pm 11/09. All unit and Post members who had paid their dues already would have free dinner. Visitors' dinners: $15. We had a holiday dinner at our regular meeting on 12/5/2024.
Dec: Unit sponsored an ‘Adopt-a-Family” for the holidays. Early Bird/Veterans dinner at 6:00 pm 11/09. All unit and Post members who had paid their dues already would have free dinner. Visitors' dinners: $15. We had a holiday dinner at our regular meeting on 12/5/2024.
Sep/Oct: 9/21 Parking Lot Sale raised $480 for P238 maintenance. 9/28 Marched in the Fogfest Parade. 10/8 Colma Veterans Village donation dropoff with CVV administrator Eric.11/9 Early Bird dinner. Our holiday Dec mtg is a potluck at 6pm.
Sep/Oct: 9/21 Parking Lot Sale raised $480 for P238 maintenance. 9/28 Marched in the Fogfest Parade. 10/8 Colma Veterans Village donation dropoff with CVV administrator Eric.11/9 Early Bird dinner. Our holiday Dec mtg is a potluck at 6pm.
May: Aux, Legion & Veterans of Foreign Wars planning a recruitment event. Colma Veterans Village food & clothing collection dropoff this month as well as $250 donation. Unit will sponsor a wreath for their Memorial Day ceremony with refreshments.
May: Aux, Legion & Veterans of Foreign Wars planning a recruitment event. Colma Veterans Village food & clothing collection dropoff this month as well as $250 donation. Unit will sponsor a wreath for their Memorial Day ceremony with refreshments.
Apr: New officers elected: President Janice; VP Dray; Secretary Lisa; and Treasurer Linda. 4/15 Purple Up Day for Military Family Month. 7/5: Beach Cleanup scheduled. Next mtg U238 collecting donations for CVV. Memorial Day Ceremony & hotdogs; ALA sponsoring a wreath for the ceremony. Doretta’s Memorial is May 5 at the Moose Lodge. CAGS Delegates from Pacific Bay Christian, Terra Nova and Oceana Highs.
Apr: New officers elected: President Janice; VP Dray; Secretary Lisa; and Treasurer Linda. 4/15 Purple Up Day for Military Family Month. 7/5: Beach Cleanup scheduled. Next mtg U238 collecting donations for CVV. Memorial Day Ceremony & hotdogs; ALA sponsoring a wreath for the ceremony. Doretta’s Memorial is May 5 at the Moose Lodge. CAGS Delegates from Pacific Bay Christian, Terra Nova and Oceana Highs.
Mar: Doretta's estate donated 100s of pens for Girls State. 4/20: U238 & Mizpah will have a Rummage Sale, 10am-2pm. Fireworks sale approved.
Jan/Feb: Feb 11 St. Valentine’s Day potluck with Legion and Mizpah Fellowship and raffle benefit Girls State & Boys State Coed programs. Five boxes of CDs, DVDs and books for Colma Veterans Village residents.
Jan/Feb: Feb 11 St. Valentine’s Day potluck with Legion and Mizpah Fellowship and raffle benefit Girls State & Boys State Coed programs. Five boxes of CDs, DVDs and books for Colma Veterans Village residents.
Dec: Participated in & donated to Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery, donation made to the Pacifica Resource Center and the USO. Special Pacific Senior Center donation made in memory of Doretta Youngdahl, 103, who passed away. Prepping annual St. Valentine's Day benefit for Girls State and TAL Boys & Girls State. Collecting books, DVDs and CDs for Colma Veterans Village.
Dec: Participated in & donated to Wreaths Across America at Golden Gate National Cemetery, donation made to the Pacifica Resource Center and the USO. Special Pacific Senior Center donation made in memory of Doretta Youngdahl, 103, who passed away. Prepping annual St. Valentine's Day benefit for Girls State and TAL Boys & Girls State. Collecting books, DVDs and CDs for Colma Veterans Village.
12.5.24
12.5.24
UNIT 472 GEORGE TADLOCK VIRTUAL UNIT
UNIT 472 GEORGE TADLOCK VIRTUAL UNIT
Oct/Nov: 11/5 Panda Express fundraiser. Check D26 website for code to support. Organizing again an appreciation letter campaign for Fontana Unified School District’s veteran employees. Individual member’s community contributions: Melissa A shared she connected with the commander of LA Air Force Base to locate needy active duty families. Jill P donates to needy Marine Corps families through the YMCA at Camp Pendleton and urged members to contact YMCA. Eloise G volunteers for Guidepost International to send magazines to active duty service members. Diane R shared about Honor Flight sendoffs & homecomings, and Wreaths Across America. Registered six schools for Girls State.
Oct/Nov: 11/5 Panda Express fundraiser. Check D26 website for code to support. Organizing again an appreciation letter campaign for Fontana Unified School District’s veteran employees. Individual member’s community contributions: Melissa A shared she connected with the commander of LA Air Force Base to locate needy active duty families. Jill P donates to needy Marine Corps families through the YMCA at Camp Pendleton and urged members to contact YMCA. Eloise G volunteers for Guidepost International to send magazines to active duty service members. Diane R shared about Honor Flight sendoffs & homecomings, and Wreaths Across America. Registered six schools for Girls State.
Aug: Our Unit had 14 members serve at CA Girls State and two members, Val and Allyn, served at Girls Nation. July 9 installation had the honor and fun of having Past National President Kathy Duadistel install our officers. Welcomed back charter member Linda Workman and her granddaughter Jessica as members; elected Linda to serve as our treasurer. Our Girls State Citizens reporting on August 13. Executive Board will meet after that to plan the year.
Aug: Our Unit had 14 members serve at CA Girls State and two members, Val and Allyn, served at Girls Nation. July 9 installation had the honor and fun of having Past National President Kathy Duadistel install our officers. Welcomed back charter member Linda Workman and her granddaughter Jessica as members; elected Linda to serve as our treasurer. Our Girls State Citizens reporting on August 13. Executive Board will meet after that to plan the year.
Feb: Next Panda Express fundraiser are on Mar 7 and May 10. Unit donated two diaper bags for the Department baby shower. As of Jan 31, membership at 97%. Many would like to join but are struggling with DD214 or other proof. We are hoping to have schools/classes participate in our Americanism essay contest--essays due Feb 15. Melissa A & Val H provided books at Christmas for every 1st and 2nd grader at a low income school; 800 students were served.
Feb: Next Panda Express fundraiser are on Mar 7 and May 10. Unit donated two diaper bags for the Department baby shower. As of Jan 31, membership at 97%. Many would like to join but are struggling with DD214 or other proof. We are hoping to have schools/classes participate in our Americanism essay contest--essays due Feb 15. Melissa A & Val H provided books at Christmas for every 1st and 2nd grader at a low income school; 800 students were served.
Jan: Upcoming Panda online fundraisers are Mar 7 and May 10. Managing Youth Essay contest. Donated books to 1st & 2nd graders at a low-income school, serving 800 students.
Jan: Upcoming Panda online fundraisers are Mar 7 and May 10. Managing Youth Essay contest. Donated books to 1st & 2nd graders at a low-income school, serving 800 students.
Dec: Annual online Ugly Christmas Sweater party. 12/19 Panda Express online fundraiser, use Code 917729 to benefit Unit 472.
Dec: Annual online Ugly Christmas Sweater party. 12/19 Panda Express online fundraiser, use Code 917729 to benefit Unit 472.
10.30.24
10.30.24
Monthly meetings are the second Tuesday/month @ 7:00pm
UNIT 474 COASTSIDE, 470 CAPISTRANO RD., HALF MOON BAY
UNIT 474 COASTSIDE, 470 CAPISTRANO RD., HALF MOON BAY
Nov/Dec: Jewelry sale a big success. Weekend music, karaoke, darts continue. Post will host Veterans Day Ceremony and lunch to follow. Vets eat for free. Thanksgiving potluck for the Community attended by 100 and 50 for Christmas.
Nov/Dec: Jewelry sale a big success. Weekend music, karaoke, darts continue. Post will host Veterans Day Ceremony and lunch to follow. Vets eat for free. Thanksgiving potluck for the Community attended by 100 and 50 for Christmas.
Sep/Oct: Held two memorials for ALA & SAL members. 10/26 Jewelry Sale. 11/8 Blind Auction, 5pm.
Sep/Oct: Held two memorials for ALA & SAL members. 10/26 Jewelry Sale. 11/8 Blind Auction, 5pm.
Jun: Fourth of July Celebration, time tbd.
Jun: Fourth of July Celebration, time tbd.
Apr/May: 4/27 TAL Family Day, 12-5pm with games, cake walk. 5/10 Silent Auction, 5-8pm, followed by karaoke. Memorial Day Ceremony, vets eat free for lunch.
Apr/May: 4/27 TAL Family Day, 12-5pm with games, cake walk. 5/10 Silent Auction, 5-8pm, followed by karaoke. Memorial Day Ceremony, vets eat free for lunch.
Jan: Held NFC v AFC game party. Feb 10 Festival de Corozon Festival of Hearts: music, Sidewalk Shakespeare (10am-5pm). Feb 12 Super Bowl Party.
Jan: Held NFC v AFC game party. Feb 10 Festival de Corozon Festival of Hearts: music, Sidewalk Shakespeare (10am-5pm). Feb 12 Super Bowl Party.
Dec: Made $250 donations to each org: ALAS (benefiting farm workers, named state of CA nonprofit of the year), HOPE, Sea Huggers, and Coastside Adult Day Care. Free Christmas dinner benefited 70-80 ppl. Celebrated with prime rib and darts on NYE.
Dec: Made $250 donations to each org: ALAS (benefiting farm workers, named state of CA nonprofit of the year), HOPE, Sea Huggers, and Coastside Adult Day Care. Free Christmas dinner benefited 70-80 ppl. Celebrated with prime rib and darts on NYE.
12.4.24
12.4.24
UNIT 585 LLOYD J. TOBEY, 1159 BUSH STREET, SAN CARLOS
UNIT 585 LLOYD J. TOBEY, 1159 BUSH STREET, SAN CARLOS
Nov/Dec: Xmas Eve and Christmas cocktails were a hit. Jan 5, chicken fried steak special. 2/2 Breakfast. 1/10 Karaoke.
Nov/Dec: Xmas Eve and Christmas cocktails were a hit. Jan 5, chicken fried steak special. 2/2 Breakfast. 1/10 Karaoke.
Oct: Upcoming Breakfasts: 10/20, 11/3 & 11/24. 11/10 SAL Veterans Day Rib Cookoff (Sunday before V Day), 1pm. CAGS citizens will report. 10/12-13 Art & Wine Festival: volunteering on Cherry St. 10/19 RWC Elks Lodge Packing Day: paid for six volunteer lunches & donated $500. 10/26 Halloween potluck, karaoke.
Oct: Upcoming Breakfasts: 10/20, 11/3 & 11/24. 11/10 SAL Veterans Day Rib Cookoff (Sunday before V Day), 1pm. CAGS citizens will report. 10/12-13 Art & Wine Festival: volunteering on Cherry St. 10/19 RWC Elks Lodge Packing Day: paid for six volunteer lunches & donated $500. 10/26 Halloween potluck, karaoke.
Sep: 9/8 Breakfast a success with twice as many guests as usual, 60+; breakfast proceeds benefited the local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program.
Sep: 9/8 Breakfast a success with twice as many guests as usual, 60+; breakfast proceeds benefited the local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program.
Jul: 7/21 Breakfast, 10am-1pm.
Jul: 7/21 Breakfast, 10am-1pm.
May: Fundraising dinner very successful for donation to the Colma Veterans Village. 5/4 Indoor parking lot sale due to rain. 5/10 karaoke social. 5/24 live music, 7pm. Memorial Day BBQ, 10am.
May: Fundraising dinner very successful for donation to the Colma Veterans Village. 5/4 Indoor parking lot sale due to rain. 5/10 karaoke social. 5/24 live music, 7pm. Memorial Day BBQ, 10am.
Mar/Apr: 3/3 breakfast; next on 4/7. Super Bowl chili cookoff was a success. 3/8 Karaoke this Friday. Mar 17 Corned beef sandwiches lunch. Planning a booth for 5/18 San Carlos Hometown Day.
Mar/Apr: 3/3 breakfast; next on 4/7. Super Bowl chili cookoff was a success. 3/8 Karaoke this Friday. Mar 17 Corned beef sandwiches lunch. Planning a booth for 5/18 San Carlos Hometown Day.
Jan: Donated $100 worth of clothing towards DEC Baby Shower benefiting Travis AFB. 2/4 next breakfast. 3/3 breakfast. Super Bowl & Chili Cookoff. 4/13 ALA 6:30pm dinner fundraiser.
Jan: Donated $100 worth of clothing towards DEC Baby Shower benefiting Travis AFB. 2/4 next breakfast. 3/3 breakfast. Super Bowl & Chili Cookoff. 4/13 ALA 6:30pm dinner fundraiser.
Dec: Tree-trimming party included pizzas purchased by the U585, Ugly Sweater party (Bonnie won again), and NYE party included live music.
Dec: Tree-trimming party included pizzas purchased by the U585, Ugly Sweater party (Bonnie won again), and NYE party included live music.
Contact President Marci for more info: MMLYZUN [at] comcast.net
Contact President Marci for more info: MMLYZUN [at] comcast.net
Monthly Meeting: Second Tuesday at 6:30pm. Post 585 Facebook Page 2019 Vintage Tea Fundraiser for Service Dog (picture gallery) 12.5.24
Monthly Meeting: Second Tuesday at 6:30pm. Post 585 Facebook Page 2019 Vintage Tea Fundraiser for Service Dog (picture gallery) 12.5.24
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