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The 2015 Dedicated Member campaign is at its half-way point and, as of this writing, 33 members have shown their support by contributing just over $4,000. These members are shown in the lower left column of this page and, hopefully space will continue increase as the campaign winds down in late July. Their names will also be included in the USMCCCA Journal later this year. The Dedicated Member campaign was the brain child of former Executive Director Don Gee who reasoned

Sanctuary Ridge, Clermont, FL In spite of a change of golf courses, an increase in fees and a diminished field of golfers, the 11th annual Foundation (Florida Chapter) Golf Tournament on May 1 can be considered a success. Florida Chapter President and Tournament Director Red Carpenter reported that," in spite of a lot of setbacks, we still managed to raise approximately $4,000 for the Foundation." He indicated that the money will go to the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund, O

A number of years ago we developed a USMCCCA Store jointly with Queensboro Shirt Company of Wilmington, NC. Basically, we were looking for quality clothing that would identify wearers as members of the USMCCCA. We developed what some might call a "sport" logo with the letters USMCCCA on the flag over the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. Because folks would ask us what the USMCCCA stood for we have decided to try to duplicate our official logo. Queensboro designers worked with us

The annual Dedicated Member campaign kicked off April 1. A mailing to all members went out that date encouraging support for the various programs we offer including scholarships for members, dependents and active duty Marines; funding for the Distinguished Performance Awards (DPA) program, and our annual contribution to the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund. While funding for the latter organization is usually made possible through the Foundation's Florida Chapter Golf Tournam

The first issue of 2015 “Now Hear This” the official USMCCCA newsletter, should have arrived in your mailbox. If you DID NOT receive it, then you need to make sure CCHQ has your correct mailing address. You can MAKE SURE you get future newsletters by using the membership update form here . If you are a registered member of this site, you can download the newsletter by clicking on the image to the right. (you will need the site password) Hint: the (lowercase) last name of the

Story by Don Knight Nearly seventy years ago World War Two finally came to end. On Sept.2, 1945. The Japanese military delegation came aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo bay and signed the surrender documents. Bells rang, whistles blew and bars nationwide filled up with celebrants. San Francisco was off limits for the Marines. Troop ships heading east on the Pacific Ocean were re-routed to Seattle and other ports. Ship captains got the word: "There is a big celebration going

Due to a corruption of our USMCCCA Mailing List many of you will not have received your 2014 USMCCCA Journals. We finally found and fixed the problem and yours will arrive via first class mail shortly.

While most first place winners have received the USMCCCA Annual Journal many others have not. To receive one, email your current postal mailing address to Jack Paxton, Executive Director: usmccca@cfl.rr.com or call him at 352.748.4698.

Hey, want to see all the excitement from the 2014 USMC Combat Correspondents Association Conference in Oceanside, CA? Well the Annual Journal is finally in the mail. That's right, all the Distinguished Performance winners. Some highlighted bios of winners, Sgt Tyler Main, Katelyn Hunter, Codey Underwood and Jennifer Brofer. Plus a few surprises...if you are a paid member of the USMCCCA you will receive yours shortly. If not, you may join here: http://www.usmccca.org/membersh

We want to take a moment to let you know how much we appreciate your recent gift ($2,000). The care of our heroes and their families would not be possible without the commitment of partners like you - thank you for making a difference! Your support enables us to remain true to our promise of "always faithful" to those who have given so much for us. There is comfort in knowing someone always has your back and, when our veterans face a crisis, the Semper Fi Fund is there.

From Don Knight: Six years ago on the Association's behalf, I sent out some mailings to find some old USMCCCA members and get them back in as dues paying members. That was in 2008. I just received a returned letter from the USPS telling me they could not find Jay McDonald . Did the postal service spend six years looking for this guy? I am enclosing the envelope I received from the post office post-marked 12/06/14. Come rain, snow, tornado or hurricane the mail always gets

So far from the most recent issue of Now Hear This we have discovered several changes of address for which we are thankful. We have also received back eight "unable to forward" copies meaning you have moved. The USPS will only forward mail to new addresses for six months after a move. We are trying to find the following: Keith Davis Donald Hayworth William Hughes Crystal Greene Bert Lowery Robert Page Jr. Lincoln Smith Al Vaughan If you are in contact with any of the abo

We have one unsold brick that will be placed on the Denig Memorial at the National Museum of the Marine Corps at Quantico. The brick can be engraved with three lines of 20 characters each line. The $300 cost for the brick includes an amount to the USMCCCA Scholarship Fund. This could be a fine way to showcase your chapter or simply pay homage to someone you think has made a significant impact on your life, our Corps or our Association.

CC HQ looking for Chuck Kester and D. E. P. Miller . Chuck's last known address was Loudin, TN; Miller's: Pace, FL. Anyone corresponding or knowing either, please contact the Executive Director.

If you are looking for that "perfect" last minute gift with the end of the year fast approaching, consider a contribution to the USMCCCA Foundation. Your gift might be tax deductible depending on your individual situation. There is no "might be" about it if your Foundation is to keep on funding our Distinguished Performance Awards (DPA) Program, our two annual scholarship funds for members, dependents and active duty Marines in our occupational fields, as well as what has

Susie Combs (Amaro) informed us that her father, Roger Combs passed away Nov.27. They are planning a service next week. Details to come.

In the original concept of the memorial to our founder, Brig. Gen. Robert L. Denig Sr. at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, the plot we purchased allowed for 78 surrounding bricks which could be engraved. We recently discovered that two bricks were used as "fill" and are blank. CCHQ received requests following the dedication to purchase bricks but, at the time they were unavailable. If you are interested in purchasing one of the two remaining bricks, please contac

From: The Tribal Elder Many of us know and have served with Roger Combs . He was for many years a mainstay of the San Diego Chapter. Until recent years he was actively involved and we could always count on a DPA sponsorship in the name of the San Diego Chapter from he and Bob Springer . We received the following email, written by Roger, to Bob and others this morning: An MRI scan a week ago shows cells now in the brain. Fast-moving little buggers! So include the lungs,

The 2015 USMCCA Conference will be at New Bern, N.C. , Sunday, Aug. 16-20, 2015. More details to come.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - SVA is pleased to announce the launch of its first national art competition, 'Student Veterans of America Present: Warpaint The goal of this competition is to recognize and encourage artistic talent in veterans who highlight the experience of their generations. Early entries will be considered for display at SVA's National Convention January 8-11th, while the top 40 works will be unveiled at the National Veterans Center in Washington, DC on March 27th. "