Atlanta Marines

2023 Atlanta Toys for Tots Warehouse Volunteers

Members, please consider volunteering to assist our local Toys for Tots program with sorting toys in their Lithia Springs warehouse by following the link below. Groups, families, and individuals are welcome.

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Last night Brigadier General Denis Shortal turned over the leadership of The Marine Corps Coordinating Council of Georgia to Colonel Bob Montgomery.

For his 13 years of service as the President, he was presented with The General Raymond G. Davis Award.

Brigadier General Shortal's leadership and service to the Council and Marines has been second to none!

Anyone in the Marietta, GA area available on Wednesday the 15th to help a Marine and his two cats move from a hotel to an apartment in Clarkston?

Have you registered yet? We are just a month away from our Q4 summit and we hope to see you there!!

Please go ahead and RSVP and share with your network: https://lnkd.in/ggFfVc47

TWO DAYS until the Marine Corps Birthday! Mark your calendars, rally your friends, & join us as we celebrate from 11am to midnight! We'll have BBQ, contests, drinks, & cake! You don't wanna miss it!

Dave Caruso was a loved and respected teammate who will never be forgotten.

From his platoon mate

“He had a smile on his face as he walked through the door where he would die just a few yards outside. He was older than me and a lot of us really looked up to him. He was a team leader in my platoon at 3rd Recon and an assistant team leader in our platoon at 2nd Force Recon. He loved death metal, lifting big weight, hanging out with his girl, and of course, being a Recon Marine. He was very proud to be a Marine and you could not have drug him off that battlefield if he wasn’t dead. He was right were he wanted to be doing exactly what he had always wanted to do; fighting for his life in the largest battle in a generation. Forever shall I strive…

Never above you
Never below you
Always by your side

Shepherd’s Men to Run, Ruck & Walk for 22 Hours
in Washington, D.C. for Injured Veterans

ATLANTA, GA – Nov. 8, 2023 – Shepherd’s Men, a vast team of active duty, medically retired and honorably discharged servicemen and civilian patriots will run, ruck and walk in a loop for 22 hours on Nov. 8-9, from near the VA headquarters to the Capitol, signifying the 22 veterans who die by su***de every day.

The goal of Shepherd’s Men is to raise awareness and funds for the SHARE Military Initiative, an Atlanta-based comprehensive program that provides free clinical care to post-911 veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress, along with first responders. Shepherd’s Men hopes to bring attention to the ongoing issue of inadequate support for the veteran community affected by neurological trauma—which too often leads to devastating consequences for our nation’s heroes.

“If the VA is unwilling or ill-equipped to provide the comprehensive care our injured veterans need, they should partner with agencies and organizations who are more than willing to do the work,” said Travis Ellis, co-founder, Shepherd’s Men. “We must make it a top priority to care for our veterans who return home with visible and invisible wounds. Our heroes deserve to live meaningful, gratifying lives with their families after their courageous service to our country.”

Movement, Reception Details and Guests
The Movement will begin near the VA headquarters on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 2:22 pm and culminate at the Capitol at 12:22 pm on Thursday, Nov. 9. Simultaneously, a reception will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 6 pm – 9 pm at the Army Navy Club, Ft. Richardson Room, 1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. Join Shepherd’s Men, active military and veteran community, SHARE graduates, underserved veterans, defense contractors, politicians and Miles Vining, author of Walking Dead: A Story of Marine Corps Combat in Afghanistan, among others—for an urgent discussion about how to best advocate for our nation’s brave men and women in uniform, and the imperative outcomes that will ensure the utmost quality of care for our heroes who have suffered neurological trauma. The program will include Senator Richard Blumenthal (Connecticut), Congressman Barry Loudermilk (Georgia), and Congressman Rich McCormick (Georgia), among others.

“The movement and the reception are golden opportunities to advocate for those who have sacrificed so much for us,” said Travis. “It’s critically important that we provide quality care for our veterans who have suffered neurological trauma—as it impacts all facets of their lives. Our heroes can’t live out their purpose without comprehensive care. We have a duty to uplift our injured veterans for the sake of their own survival, ability to thrive and the future of their families.”

About Shepherd’s Men
Shepherd’s Men is comprised of active, medically retired and honorably discharged servicemen and civilian patriots who are dedicated to creating advocacy and opportunity for our nation’s heroes who have been affected by the hidden injuries of war. They raise funds and awareness for the SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Since 2014, Shepherd’s Men has raised more than $8 million for SHARE. This comprehensive rehabilitation program focuses on assessment and treatment for veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who suffer from traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorders. For more information, please visit www.shepherdsmen.com.
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2023 MCCCGA/MCAGL Marine Corps Birthday Luncheon

Please visit https://2023clr45mcb.ticketleap.com/clr-45-mcb to purchase tickets.

Marines and Friends of Marines:

The Marine Corps Birthday Luncheon to be held at the Downtown Capital City Club on November 7, 2023.

Joey Jones will be our Guest of Honor. General Shortal and Ken Bernard (Chairmans of MCCCGA and MCAGL) hope you can join us to celebrate this very special day for Marines !!!

If you would like an autographed copy of Joey’s new book you have an opportunity to prepay. Please send a message to the page with your email address for a copy of the registration form or email [email protected].

Are you interested in a career in the manufacturing industry? Come visit TOYO TIRES and the Work for Warriors GA team on October 18th at the Cartersville Chamber of Commerce for an open house! RSVP at the link below!

https://zurl.co/1Wnc

Good Morning Friends of the MCCCGA,

We had a wonderful time at the 2023 Memorial Golf Tournament and our online auction will be coming to a close at 11:59pm on Sunday October 1st.

We've made some fresh price improvements on some of our online auction items, so please visit https://www.accelevents.com/e/2023-general-ray-davis-memorial-golf-tournament to place your bids. All proceeds benefit Marines in need in the Atlanta area.

Please also share this post widely with friends, family, and colleagues to encourage bidding.

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Our online auction is live and we've got a great selection of whiskeys!

Place your bids by visiting: https://www.accelevents.com/e/2023-general-ray-davis-memorial-golf-tournament

11th Annual Montford Point Marine Associated Banquet is coming up on October 21st. Please RSVP at https://www.atl-mpma.org/event-5315500 by October 6 to ensure your seats are reserved for this historic event.

UPDATE: We're still seeking bids for the Atlanta Braves Game Fundraiser. Remember, all proceeds benefit injured veterans.

Patriots, don't let this great opportunity escape you and, let's do all we can to support our heroes. Time is running out!

You are invited to participate in a GAME FUNDRAISER VIRTUAL AUCTION featuring an Atlanta Braves game package.

The Game: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves
Game Time: Sunday, Sept. 10, 1:35 p.m.
Bidding Timeframe: Friday, Sept. 8, 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, Sept. 9, 12:00 p.m.
Opening Bid: $300
This virtual auction is a great opportunity to support Shepherd’s Men and enjoy an Atlanta Braves game for 4, parking, food vouchers and fellowship! See the details of this game day package below.
Here are the 3 easy steps:
1. Review the GAME FUNDRAISER package details.
2. Submit your best bid to [email protected]
3. Be on the lookout for the name of the winner…it could be you!
All proceeds benefit injured veterans.

Atlanta Marines would like to recognize PFC Bernyce Stickle who turned 102 years old on Thursday!

One free bag of groceries for the first fifty Veterans in the door at the 13 September We CARE Veterans Fair at Georgia Piedmont Technical College. Hours are 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.

That’s why we proudly support Homes For Our Troops

Homes For Our Troops receives the highest possible rating of 4 stars from Charity Navigator and has an A rating with Charity Watch. Additionally, HFOT is a platinum-level Guidestar participant, demonstrating its commitment to transparency, and meets all 20 criteria of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance.

Learn more about our mission at www.hfotusa.org

The new SMMC has taken the helm.

Marines now have a new senior enlisted leader Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Troy Black was succeeded by Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz during a ceremony at Marine Cops Barracks Washington Thursday.

Shepherd's Men will be up in CT and will move to NYC to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of September 11th, 2001.

Save the Date to Help Save Lives: Sept. 10-11, 2023 🇺🇸

Shepherd’s Men will soon undertake their latest movement to raise funds for injured veterans on Sept. 10-11, 2023 in Connecticut (Sept. 10) and New York City (Sept. 11 -- please see updated detail noted here, including times, locations and more).

Please consider this opportunity to support the mission. We hope to see you there! Thank so much for your support!

Congratulations Semper Fi Bar and Grille!!

Woodstock veteran and business owner receives $10,000 award A Woodstock Marine veteran and business owner has received a national award from Disabled American Veterans.

Have you heard about our new scholarship program?

Our inaugural Ruck & BBQ Bash is just around the corner! If you haven't registered yet, now is the perfect time to secure your spot.

Whether you're a seasoned or beginner rucker, our event caters to all levels of fitness. Grab your friends, family, and colleagues and join us for an awesome day of fun and supporting our nation's veterans! 🇺🇸

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Peter Eric O'Hare, age 63, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.
A visitation for Peter will be held Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-North Chapel, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.

Peter O'Hare Obituary - Hixson, TN Celebrate the life of Peter O'Hare, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of .

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Please join us on June 3rd for a PACT Act Briefing & Claim Filing event at the Georgia International Convention Center from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The PACT Act is a new law expanding VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. On average, veterans who have conditions covered by the PACT Act have been awarded a 30-50% increase in their VA service-connected benefits.

Please register by clicking the link below.
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E355276&id=16&fbclid=IwAR3gSs5hMfAtf6pXRex8ZpIkMyOWSkDKu0Sco91u8w2IjvlHO7ap0ulzdaA

“It was a kinetic and violent deployment. The conditions were pretty austere,” Todd said. “My roommate was killed on the first day. … It shook us pretty bad.”

HM2 George “Mik” Todd’s job in Afghanistan was to stay alive and keep his Marines alive. “Doc” served as a Navy corpsman for 2nd Battalion 8th Marines in Helmand province in 2009. His funeral will be this Thursday in Sandy Springs.

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Camp Corral needs volunteers!

Save the date for our Veteran Block Party on May 20!

Military and First Responder Discount | Atlanta Braves In recognition of the courage and sacrifice made by the members of our nation's military and first responders, the Atlanta Braves would like to say thank you with a discounted ticket offer for all regular season home games during the season!

Get out there!

Register on our website and join us!

Check this out!

The Warrior Alliance | The Warrior Alliance Gala ’23 Veteran Impact Awards and Gala IN CELEBRATION OF GREATER ATLANTA’S VETERAN COMMUNITY THURSDAY MAY 11, 2023 2022 Event Gallery Event Sponsorships & VIP Tables Available Now! Individual tickets to be announced Sponsor Information Benefits Package Become a Sponsor VIP Table Veteran Impact Awards Grea...

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A Vietnam veteran with PTSD will now receive liberal consideration for a request to upgrade his wrongful discharge to a medical retirement.

Federal Circuit Invalidates Denial of Liberal Consideration for Medical Retirement Application of Vietnam Era Navy Veteran NNational Veterans Legal Services Program - NVLSPPro Bono Counsel LLatham & Watkins https://bit.ly/3R9jfX2