MN DAV Chapter 39 & Unit 39 meetings will be held Thurs., May 11, 2023 – 6:30 PM at the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55433.  MN DAV Chapter 39 and the MN DAVA Unit 39 have adopted Oakwood Cemetery in Anoka  and is asking for volunteers to help place flags, flowers, and general cleanup  on May 20 at 8:00 AM.  The cemetery is located at 479 W Main St., Anoka, MN 55303.

The 7th Annual MN DAV Chapter 39 Golf Tournament, held in July, is one of our major fund-raising events to support local veterans and families. The Golf Committee could use your help in recruiting golf tournament foursome teams, identify tournament sponsorships and help with fund-raising prizes.  Following this month’s golf committee meeting, updates will be posted on our website at https://anoka39davmn.com/leo-luskey-annual-dav-golf-tournament or on Facebook at ttps://www.facebook.com/MNDisabledAmericanVeteransChapter39

MN DAV Chapter 39 has planned two more Clothing Drives.  May 20 and 21 at County Market, 13735 Round Lake Blvd., Andover, MN 55304, and June 10 and 11 at Walmart, 1851 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304.  Sign up to volunteer at our May meeting.

Anoka County Veterans Council is conducting two Memorial Day services on May 27.  10:00 AM at Morningside Memorial Gardens, 11800 University Ave NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448 and at 11:30 AM at Anoka County Veteran’s Memorial Park, Bunker Hills Regional Park, Coon Rapids, MN.  A picnic is planned to follow the service. 

Membership drive continues with a lifetime membership at a discounted cost of $50.00.

There is nothing more important than your health and the health of your fellow members.  If you do not feel well, please do not attend the meeting.

MN DAV Chapter 39 Clothing Drive at Cub Foods in the Riverdale Mall parking lot, 12940 Riverdale Drive, Coon Rapids, MN 55448 on Sat.  April 22 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Sun., April 23, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Look for our DAV trailer and volunteers in the parking lot.  Proceeds from the clothing drive supports area Veterans.  Please bag your clothing and shoes.  Lear more about how DAV supports our Veterans and their Families in Anoka and surrounding counties by following us on our Facebook site at https://www.facebook.com/MNDAVAnokaChapter39

Paul Michael “Marty” Kampa, age 72, passed away on March 10, 2023.  Marty had a passion for mentoring youth as an active member of the Boy Scouts of America as well as volunteering his time with the Disabled American Veterans, to include serving as MN DAV Chapter 39 commander for several years. A memorial service, with full military honors, was held at 3 PM on Friday, March 31,2023 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery by Lake Springfield.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Disabled American Veterans or the charity of your choice.  Obituary at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/paul-michael-marty-kampa-obituary?id=51472611

Dan Lynch, MN DAV Chapter 39 chaplain, shares a link to an interview with Paul Kampa by a local radio station, highlighting his support for his country and community at https://omny.fm/shows/104-7-the-cave/lunch-with-a-hero-9-28-22-paul-kampa?fbclid=IwAR3HrcBT6pwoKtcVmPqfVbksuq4B8jBSpqbJpqDyk07eTYGGesfgZtt_h6M

MN DAV Chapter 39 & Unit 39 will meet this Thurs., April 13 9, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55433.  Nominations for MN DAV Chapter 39 officers will be held at the April meeting.  Any member in good standing can run for an officer position.  The 2023 MN DAV Chapter 39 Golf Tournament, held in July, is one of our major fund-raising events to support local veterans and families.  The Golf Committee could use your help in recruiting golf tournament foursome teams, identify tournament Sponsorships and help with fund-raising prizes.  Registration forms will be disseminated at the April meeting for members to reach out to potential sponsors and help recruit golf teams MN DAV Chapter 39 is conducting the first clothing drive on April 22 and 23 at the Cub Foods parking lot at Riverdale Mall (next to Walmart, just off Highway 10 and Round Lake Blvd.).  Volunteers are needed on both days.  Members are encouraged to use the sign-up sheet at the April meeting.   The Spring Convention is being held  at the Holiday Inn in Duluth (downtown) April 27-29.  The room rate is $119 plus tax.  Phone (218) 722-120 for reservation and ask for “DAV Block”. Membership drive continues with a lifetime membership at a discounted cost of $50.00.  There is nothing more important than your health and the health of your fellow members.  If you do not feel well, please do not attend the meeting.

MN DAV Chapter 39 & Unit 39 will meet this Thurs., Feb. 9, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55433. Nominations for MN DAV Chapter 39 officers will be conducted at this Thursday’s meeting and elections will be held at the April 13th meeting. The 2023 MN DAV Chapter 39 Golf Tournament, held in July, is one of our major fund-raising events, supporting local veterans and families. The Golf Committee could use your help in recruiting golf tournament foursome teams, identify tournament sponsorships, and help with fund-raising prizes. Membership drive continues with a lifetime membership at a discounted cost of $50.00. Veterans Day on the Hill will be held March 30th. The bus will depart for the Capitol at 8:30 AM from the Anoka American Legion Post 102. Event begins at 10:00 AM (coffee served), and Lunch will be served at 11:00 AM. A Veteran march to the Capitol starts at 12:40 PM. Please contact the Chapter Commander or Adjutant if you plan on attending, as there is LIMITED seats on the bus! MN DAV Chapter 39 will be conducting a clothing drive April 22nd and 23rd at Cub Foods at the Riverdale Mall next to Wal-Mart, Highway 10 and Round Lake Blvd. PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER at Thursday’s meeting. There is nothing more important than your health and the health of your fellow members. If you do not feel well, please do not attend the meeting.

MN DAV Chapter 39 & Unit 39  will meet this Thurs., Feb. 9, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55433.  Topics include an overview of the Minnesota DAV MinnFluence Program is for members to address your local elected officials about major Veteran concerns and programs.  If you have not already done so, sign up online at http://davmn.org/legislation/voters-voice/

The 2023 MN DAV Chapter 39 Golf Tournament, held in July, is one of our major fund-raising events to support local veterans and families.  The Golf Committee could use your help in recruit golf tournament foursome teams, identify tournament sponsorships, and help with fund-raising prizes.

Nominations for Auxiliary Unit Officers will be held at this meeting, with installation of officers conducted following the elections.  Any member in good standing may run for an officer position.

The Spring Convention is being held  at the Holiday Inn in Duluth (downtown), April 27-29.  Room rate is $119 plus tax.  Phone (218) 722-120 for reservation and ask for DAV Block. 

Membership drive continues with a lifetime membership at a discounted cost of $50.00

MOVED?  Unit and Chapter members who have moved should call to have your new address updated by calling (763) 427-3544.

Veterans Day on the Hill will be held March 30^th.  We are planning a bus to take us down to the Capitol. Details of events can be found on our Facebook site and this Website.

There is nothing more important than your health and the health of your fellow members.  If you do not feel well, please do not attend the meeting.

Governor Tim Walz has directed flags at all state buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday, February 3, 2023, in recognition of Four Chaplains Day. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the torpedoing of the USS Dorchester, a United States Army transport ship, 150 miles off the coast of Greenland that resulted in the loss of 672 lives. Four Army chaplains demonstrated heroism, humanitarianism, and self-sacrifice onboard the sinking ship.

“While the ship sank, the four chaplains went from soldier to soldier, calming fears, handing out life jackets, and guiding people to safety. When there were no more life jackets to give, they removed their own and gave them to others,” reads the proclamation issued by Governor Walz. “Many of the 230 people who survived owed their lives to these four chaplains.”

Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags in recognition of Four Chaplains Day.  Learn more about the Four Chaplains at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_Chaplains

VETERANS DAY ON THE HILL is March 30, 2023.  You do not have to be a member of any to attend.  All supporters of Veterans and their families are welcome.   MN DAV is hosting coffee at 10:00am and lunch at 11:00 am one block from the Capitol at 600 Cedar Street, St. Paul, Minnesota.

Veterans March to the Rally begins at 12:40 pm, just as short walk from Armory to State Veterans Service Building, 20 West 12th St, St. Paul.  CTF, UVLC, and MACVSO representatives will on site at the Rally in the Rotunda from 1:0 0 to 2:00 pm.  Topics include the passing of the Clean Veterans Omnibus Bill, ensuring the surviving spouses have access to property tax relief, fixing the Post 9/11 Service Bonus to include ALL current residents, and increase the amount of property tax value exclusion.  Questions about Veterans Day on the Hill 2023 can be directed to Trent Dilks at [email protected].

Today, January 16, 2023, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we remember his question, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?”

MN DAV Chapter 39 and Auxiliary Unit 39 will meet Thurs., Jan. 12th, at 6:30 PM at the VFW, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd., MN 55433. Meeting agenda includes a review of 2023 fundraising events, notice of upcoming nominations and elections of officers, and continuation of special discounts for new lifetime memberships. Working with county veteran service officers, the Chapter supported 93 Veteran Families with $22,925.00 in gift cards over the Holiday Season. As health concerns continue, if you do not feel well, please do not attend the meeting. Nothing is more important than YOUR health, and the health of your FELLOW MEMBERS.