Category: Volunteering

Veterans United for Service event recap

From American Legion Cathay Post #186:

December 17, 2025 — “Serving Those Who Serve” is at the heart of who we are. One special way we live out that mission is by assembling holiday goodie bags for military members traveling through the Sea-Tac Airport USO Center—small gestures that carry big appreciation.

Bringing together partners who share this same spirit of service came naturally. Leadership from five organizations – including the VFW and Post 3063 – joined forces to sponsor this project. Calling themselves “Veterans United for Service,” they supported this effort alongside generous individual contributions. We were also honored to receive support from beloved local companies, including Brown & Haley—famous for their Almond Roca—as well as Oberto Snacks, Incorporated.

During Cathay Post #186’s annual Christmas Holiday Party, volunteers from these organizations worked together to assemble more than 600 holiday goodie bags. The following day, the bags were delivered to the USO Center and warmly received by Don Leingang, Executive Director of USO Northwest.

Filled with snacks, treats, Starbucks gift cards, and comfort items, each bag serves as a heartfelt reminder that our military members are valued, supported, and remembered by their community.

Fisher House volunteer opportunity

Join community volunteers for a morning of service and holiday spirit at the Seattle VA Medical Center Fisher House!

The Fisher House provides a “home away from home” for families of veterans and active-duty service members receiving care at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. Guests stay free of charge in a comfortable, supportive environment, helping ease the financial and emotional stress that can come with medical treatment far from home.

On Monday, December 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., volunteers will help decorate the Fisher House for the holidays, bringing warmth and cheer to the families who will spend the season there. After decorating, everyone is invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch from Ezell’s Famous Chicken, provided by the Friends of Fisher House.

Event Details:
Date: Monday, December 1
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Seattle VA Medical Center Fisher House, VA Puget Sound Campus,1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108
Contact: Aly Teeter, [email protected]

Post fundraiser recap

Our October 25 benefit concert was a fun success—raising more than $1,600 for the Post 3063 Scholarship Fund! The night was filled with great music, energy, and community spirit.

A big thank-you to Joseph Mesa, Sam Frank, Gail Engler, Stan Seo, Jan Krawitz, Aly Teeter and citizen volunteer Roxanne Heinecke for volunteering and helping everything run smoothly. Special thanks to Alex, our concert promoter, for donating the proceeds, bringing new faces into the post, and helping organize this unforgettable event.

SeafoodFest recap

A huge shoutout to everyone who came out to support VFW Post 3063 at the Ballard SeafoodFest on July 12 – 13!

We’re incredibly grateful for those who helped set up and staff our booth throughout the weekend. Your time, energy, and dedication to our veteran community made a big impact and helped us connect with so many great folks in Ballard.