DAV Chapter 121, TX

Our DAV Chapter 121, TX in partnership with Golden Corral Buffet & Grill will hold a Golf Tournament ⛳️on October 12, 2024. To sign up or donate, please see our flyer for more information!

Our chapter, DAV Chapter 121, TX, held a meeting to plan for our 2024 ⛳️ annual golf tournament! More details coming soon!!

DAV Chapter 121, TX presented Golden Corral Buffet & Grill with the
2023-2024 award that the chapter won at the DAV Department of Texas convention in June.

Our chapter raised the most funds out of all the Texas Chapters at the annual Veterans Day fundraiser held at the Golden Corral in Harlingen. We are grateful for their support and partnership every year! 🫡 🇺🇸

Who We Are DAV Department of Texas Officers 2024–2025 Commander John Hicks, Chapter 17 - Universal City Sr Vice Commander Kayla Jones, Chapter 70 - Decatur 1st Jr V

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Today on , we celebrate the freedoms that we as Americans have come to know and love. At DAV, we are grateful for the generations of men and women who have served our country to protect these freedoms, often times returning from their service ill or injured. It is our patriotic duty as Americans to ensure that our nation keeps its promise to care for these brave individuals after they have served their country. Learn more about how DAV is keeping the promise to America’s veterans at dav.org.

Pictures of our monthly meeting on July 2 at our Chapter HQs. Our meetings are held every first Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Message us for more information! 🇺🇸 🫡

Juneteenth has been celebrated for more than a century in the U.S., but it officially became a federal holiday in 2021. Juneteenth celebrates the liberation of African Americans from slavery in 1865. On June 19, 1865, Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger of the Union Army delivered the news that the Civil War had ended to Texas, thus freeing the final enslaved people in the U.S.

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This Father’s Day, DAV salutes all of the active-duty, veteran and military spouse dads out there. Your strength, support and courage deserves recognition and praise every day, but today we want to send extra thanks to you all. Enjoy your day today!

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Happy 249th birthday to the U.S. Army! DAV salutes all of the soldiers who have served our nation since the Army’s creation in 1775! Were you in the Army? What was your experience like? Tell us in the comments and tag an Army buddy to wish them a happy birthday!

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For many American families, Memorial Day is a painful reminder of the sacrifices made by their loved ones. Please take some time today to reflect on these heroes that have paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy the freedoms that many of us take for granted. Generations of men and women have fought and died to protect our nation and we must never forget them. What types of Memorial Day events are happening in your city or town today?

Take the Memorial Day Moment of Silence Pledge

VIRTUAL JOB FAIR! Veterans, active duty and transitioning service members and military spouses, be sure to register for the upcoming DAV and RecruitMilitary virtual job fair at 11 a.m. (Central) on Tuesday, May 21. Meet virtually with dozens of employers actively looking to fill roles in various industries. Once you register, you’ll be able to view a full list of companies who will be attending so that you can began prepping your resume. Register now: http://dav.la/3re.

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To salute the sacrifice of military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty, May 13 has officially been proclaimed Children of Fallen Patriots Day. This date shows appreciation for the young people whose lives were forever changed by their parents’ service to our country.

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DAV would like to wish a very happy Mother’s Day to all of the military moms out there. Whether you are an active-duty service member managing your role as a mother, or your children are far away from you and actively serving our nation, we hope you find strength and know that you are appreciated. We invite you to take a moment and share a special message in the comments to the military mother in your life.

On Nov. 10, 2023, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced that all World War II veterans are now eligible for no-cost VA health care. Under this expansion, anyone who served between Dec. 7, 1941, and Dec. 31, 1946, will not have to pay inpatient or outpatient copays, enrollment fees or monthly premiums.

While veterans will no longer have to pay inpatient or outpatient copays, they may still have to pay modest medication, urgent care or long-term care copayments in some cases, depending on their eligibility and service connection.

Veterans who were not approved for VA health care in the past due to income limits are encouraged to apply again. The VA cannot automatically enroll these veterans. Therefore, World War II veterans must apply themselves if they are not currently enrolled.

DAV benefits advocates can help you file for VA health care. Please contact your nearest DAV service office by visiting benefitsquestions.org.

FULFILLING OUR PROMISES TO THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVED!

Disabled American Veterans - Harlingen Chapter 121 meetings are the 1st Tuesday of each month at 951 N. Oscar Williams Rd in San Benito.

Elections of Chapter Officers will be held May 7, 2024 at 7 PM sharp. Please be present by authority of Disabled American Veterans Chapter Bylaws.

Jesse Garcia
Commander

Terry Higginbotham
Adjustant

A group of service-disabled women veterans gathered to meet with Dr. Becky Rhoads, the new VA Executive Director for the state of Connecticut, to discuss the healthcare gaps found in DAV's latest report, 'Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness,' and how the VA system can better serve and care for women veterans. Learn more and view the full report at womenveterans.org.

Today on , DAV wants to recognize two Gold Star family members, Jessica Jenson (left) and Erika Meagher (right), who both lost their partners while they were in service. Jessica’s husband was Sgt. Chad Jensen, 2d Raider Battalion, Special Operations Command. Erika’s fiancé was Staff Sgt. Marcus Bawol, a Marine assigned to Marine Special Operations Team 8231, 2nd Marine Raider Battalion.

These ladies volunteered at the inaugural Recon Raider Remembrance Ride, and their strength inspires us. Jenson and Meagher were joined by other Gold Star family members during the event last September, all supporting the ride in honor of the 201 Marine special operators who have died in wartime service. Click here to read more about the Recon Raider Remembrance Ride: http://dav.la/3o0.

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Give a little luck to DAV and donate your vehicle! It’s easy to give and pick-up is free. Call 833-227-4328 or fill out a form online at http://dav.la/3pp.

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Happy New Year! 2023 was another amazing year for DAV, and we are thrilled for the chance to meet the upcoming challenges in 2024 with enthusiasm and determination. Our goal is to continue to improve the lives of veterans through our mission and to help them manage their lives with greater ease. As we look ahead to 2024, we can only anticipate what lies ahead. What are your aspirations for this upcoming year? What goals are you aiming to reach in 2024?

Wishing all of you a safe New Year’s Eve & a healthy New Year!

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As we all celebrate Christmas this year, DAV would like to extend our warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season! Let's take a moment to remember those who are struggling this time of year, especially our veterans. Show them your support and let them know that you are thinking of them. Have a very Merry Christmas!