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VVA Chapter 1071 Mission Statement
Our mission is to support the overall goals of the Vietnam Veterans of America organization.These goals are to promote and support the full range of issues important to Vietnam veterans, to create a new identity for this generation of veterans and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans.
Specifically, our Chapter will seek to assist veterans who are disabled or are in need of assistance, as well as to provide help for their families. This assistance may be in the following areas:
1. Review proposed federal, state or local legislation rules or regulations that may affect the social, economic, educational or physical welfare of all veterans and their families.
2. To act as an informational resource center to service all veterans with information regarding health care, benefits, employment and training, monetary assistance and other veterans issues.
3. To participate in and support local community activities and to provide an open dialogue regarding the Vietnam War with students and the general public.
Specifically, our Chapter will seek to assist veterans who are disabled or are in need of assistance, as well as to provide help for their families. This assistance may be in the following areas:
1. Review proposed federal, state or local legislation rules or regulations that may affect the social, economic, educational or physical welfare of all veterans and their families.
2. To act as an informational resource center to service all veterans with information regarding health care, benefits, employment and training, monetary assistance and other veterans issues.
3. To participate in and support local community activities and to provide an open dialogue regarding the Vietnam War with students and the general public.
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CHAPTER MEETINGS
Our meetings will be held on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00AM.
The meeting will be at the Elks Lodge #1777
at 1455 Newland St. Lakewood, Colorado
Please Join us for a breakfast at the Elks Lodge prior to the Chapter meeting.
Serving time is from 8 AM until 10 AM. It's a great breakfast for $10.00!!
Map to Elks Lodge
All guests are invited to our meeting.
Our meetings will be held on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00AM.
The meeting will be at the Elks Lodge #1777
at 1455 Newland St. Lakewood, Colorado
Please Join us for a breakfast at the Elks Lodge prior to the Chapter meeting.
Serving time is from 8 AM until 10 AM. It's a great breakfast for $10.00!!
Map to Elks Lodge
All guests are invited to our meeting.
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Chapter Meeting Newsletter
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How to Donate
Chapter 1071 does not receive funding from federal, state or local government. The Chapter relies solely on private contributions or donations for its revenue. Thank you for your support. Make checks payable to:
Vietnam Veterans of America
Chapter 1071
PO Box 281023
Lakewood, CO 80228
Chapter Phone Number: 303-870-2428
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Donate with Zelle 303-956-7464
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King Soopers Rewards Fundraiser for
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1071
Please enroll your King Soopers Card for our chapter to receive benefits.
Click how to enroll button below.
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1071
Please enroll your King Soopers Card for our chapter to receive benefits.
Click how to enroll button below.
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View Chapter YouTube Channel for Videos
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Chapter 1071 - July 19, 2025 Membership Meeting
Our July 2025 meeting guest speaker was Robert Doriss who spoke of his 2nd tour in Vietnam. Doug Scherer received a Certificate of Appreciation from VVA Chapter 1071 for his dedication and hard work with Chapter 1071. One of the 2025 scholarship winners was Benjamin Zabikow who accepted the award and talked to the membership. Our attendance for this meeting was a total of 67 members and guests. Thank you to all who attended.
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Daniel Burcher RIP
Daniel Michael Burcher, US Navy, served from 1970-1974. He was an aircraft mechanic and also performed air traffic control aboard a carrier. His burial was on Tuesday, July 15, at Fort Logan. Daniel was not a member of our chapter. Jeremy Hubbard of Fox News did a story about this veteran See video link below.
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Memorial Day Poppy Donation Fundraiser 2025
Memorial Day Poppy Donation Fundraiser was a great success at the Green Mountain, Thornton, Arvada, Ken Caryl, Greenwood Village, King Soopers stores and Safeway stores in Idaho Springs and Ken Caryl. Photos are from Ken Caryl Safeway and Green Mountain King Soopers.
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HONORS BURIAL May 7, 2025
Our Chapters 11th Honors Burial was held at Ft Logan National Cemetery on Wednesday May 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Shelter B. The guest speaker was LT Derek Paulson US Navy.
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Niwot High School Visit 4/31/2025
Members Steve Newton, Doug Nunes and Bill Bridges spoke about their Vietnam experiences. Teacher Sarah Demmel is in the photo.
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Dakota Ridge High School Visit 4/14/2025
Members: Dave Nila, Otto Smolik, Steve Newton, Bill Robins and Jim Higgins spoke at Dakota Ridge High School of their Vietnam experiences on 4/14/25.
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Vietnam War Veterans Day Poppy Donation Fundraiser
Vietnam War Veterans Day Poppy Donation Fundraiser was a great success at the Green Mountain, Thornton, Arvada, Ken Caryl, Greenwood Village, King Soopers stores and Safeway stores in Idaho Springs and Ken Caryl.
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Mead High School Visit 3/26/25 – 3/27/25
Members: Doug Nunes, Steve Newton, Bill Bridges, Doug Scherer and Dave Nilla Mead High School Visit 3/26/25 – 3/27/25
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Vietnam Veterans of America Resolute in Protecting Veterans Access Amid VA Proposed Reduction in Force
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Lakewood High School Visit 3/11/25
Members Bill Bridges, Doug Nunes, Steve Newton, Jim Higgins and Mary Ann Rhode at Lakewood High School. Click button below to see video of Mary Ann Rhode presenting her NAVY husband Dusty in the waters of Vietnam.
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Chapter 1071 in July/August 2024 Veteran Magazine
VVA Chapter 1071 is recognized for our April Honors burials. Sergeant Major John Thompson is on the right, ushering an urn into the shelter. Lieutenant Jim Higgins is on the left rendering a salute.
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New VA Resource Navigator: Finding VA resources
VA has developed a new tool, the Resource Navigator to help Veterans easily find and use VA resources.
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New 2024 Agent Orange Newsletter
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Rocky Mountain Honor Flight
The Rocky Mountain Honor Flight is still doing four flights a year with a capacity of around 30 Veterans. The best way to get your name on the list is to submit your application by going to their website. Once it’s received they will get notification that they have received it. This is the fastest and safest way to get your name on the list. Click on the button below for information.
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Memory Care - Dedicated to wellness and consumer education
MemoryCare.com is dedicated to providing the best, most comprehensive resources to those struggling with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones.
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Vets to Get Free Emergency Care During Suicidal Mental Health Crises
Starting January 17, 2023, veterans experiencing an emergency suicidal crisis will be eligible for no-cost care, including inpatient treatment, at any Department of Veterans Affairs facility or non-VA hospital, regardless of whether they are enrolled with the VA.
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Vietnam War mass grave found thanks to US veteran tip-off
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Veterans, Gold Star Families get free entrance to national parks, refuges, other public lands
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FIRST PANEL OF THE VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL
UNVEILED ON JULY 21, 1982
UNVEILED ON JULY 21, 1982
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Magic Carpet Ride - excellent history amazing pictures
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MEMBERSHIP FOR May 2025
WELCOME NEW VVA MEMBERS
Mark DiStefano, Donald Hanak and John Haugen
WELCOME NEW AVVA MEMBERS
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TRANSFERRED FROM STATE AT LARGE OR OTHER STATE
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Our Chapter has 251 VVA Members and 52 AVVA Members
for a total of 303 Members
WELCOME NEW VVA MEMBERS
Mark DiStefano, Donald Hanak and John Haugen
WELCOME NEW AVVA MEMBERS
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TRANSFERRED FROM STATE AT LARGE OR OTHER STATE
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Our Chapter has 251 VVA Members and 52 AVVA Members
for a total of 303 Members
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Military Service Records, Awards, and Unit Histories: A Guide to Locating Sources
The guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and replacing military awards and medals. Included is contact information for military history centers, websites for additional sources of research, and a bibliography of other publications, including related CRS reports.
The guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and replacing military awards and medals. Included is contact information for military history centers, websites for additional sources of research, and a bibliography of other publications, including related CRS reports.
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Disabled Veterans Free Access to State Parks
with DV and Purple Heart plate
Colorado residents with current Disabled Veterans license plates may access Colorado State Parks free without a pass on the windshield.
with DV and Purple Heart plate
Colorado residents with current Disabled Veterans license plates may access Colorado State Parks free without a pass on the windshield.
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The Wall's 35th Anniversary
35 MOVIES AND 35 SONGS ABOUT THE VIETNAM WAR AND ERA
These links are from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund website.
35 MOVIES AND 35 SONGS ABOUT THE VIETNAM WAR AND ERA
These links are from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund website.
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Vietnam War: Facts, Stats & Myths
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WANTED: VIETNAM BOOKS TO DONATE TO SCHOOLS
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The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can Dial 988 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available.
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Link to the Veteran Service Officer (VSO) for your county.
The VSO will assist you with your claim and submit it for you at no cost to you.
Link to Veterans Benefits page
The VSO will assist you with your claim and submit it for you at no cost to you.
Link to Veterans Benefits page
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Federal Benefits for Veterans
Dependents and Survivors
2021 Edition
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Check out our section "MEMBER'S STORIES" under the Home page
This is a great opportunity for you to write that story that you have been thinking about for the last 40 plus years, or story you want to share!
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CHAPTER 1071 MERCHANDISE
CHECK OUT THE GREAT CHAPTER 1071 MERCHANDISE THAT WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABLE.
3" & 4" Chapter
Logo patch
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VETERANS TRANSPORTATION
Below is an option for transportation in the metro-Denver area for veterans
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REMINDER: If you saw a story, a picture or something else that caught your attention on this page and it is no longer here.....never fear....it has not been deleted but instead has been moved to the ARCHIVES (by year) section of the HOME page. We don't delete anything....we just try to keep our information on the HOME page as current as possible.
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SUGGESTIONS
Members now you can send our Board of Directors an e-mail for any suggestions you may have for our Chapter
Members now you can send our Board of Directors an e-mail for any suggestions you may have for our Chapter
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WEBSITE VISITS - From Oct 31, 2012 to July 1, 2025
298,105
Thank you to all who visited our web site---Webmaster
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2017 VVA Website of the Year Award
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