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Post 10148 takes pride in "still serving" through the support of various Charities, Community Involvement and Patriotic Events

Memorial Day 2025

A Great observance was held at 1100 at the Post. Our Guest Speaker was George Taylor, President of National Homeless Veterans Support and a combat vet himself. The event was bookended by a stellar performance of the CBHS Color Guard. The attendance estimate was just over 100. This year we were covered in both the Cocoa Beach Explorer and the City newsletter.

Joe Llewellyn

4 APR 2025

Long time Post member Joe Llewellyn was laid to rest in the Cape Canaveral National Cemetary on April 4th. Post 10148 had a large turnout for a procession to his service, led by the Riders Group 

Surfing Santas

December 24, 2024 - The VFW opened to the public for the day. Breakfast sandwiched were made available starting at 0700 to the crowds there for Surfing Mingle and Surfing Santas

National Veterans Homeless Support

The Auxiliary provided much needed financial support to procure necessary items such as meals and personal items to homeless veterans in the greater Cocoa Beach area. 

Day of Service 

May 4, 2024 - Day of Service - Post 10148 in partnership with the CBHS JROTC held a "Beach Cleanup" day. Post member James coordinated the event that resulted in the collection and disposal of over 150 lbs. of beach trash. The Post hosted an afternoon BBQ for all the participants/volunteers.

Thunder on the Beach 

May 17 - 19, 2024: The Post provided storage facilities for trash receptacles to aid in daily beach cleanup.

VFW Day of Service 2025

May 3, 2025 - VFW Day of Service. The Post held its annual beach cleanup & hot dog roast. CBHS JROTC partnered with us to make it a great day.

Veterans' Day 2024

Nov 11, 2024 - Our Veteran's Day ceremony was announced in several City news items resulting in a great crowd. The Cocoa HS JROTC provided Color Guard services and special guests - Marine veterans of the Battle of Fallujah - provided the guest speaker. Included in the ceremony was a special presentation by Commander Dean to Dennis Fontecchio, and family, in remembrance of his son KIA in Fallujah.

JULY 4th 2024

Independance Day was celebrated with an all-American cookout and potluck buffet. 

Mental Health Congress  ​(2024)

Post member Gregg Martin's contributions consisted of several talks and numerous discussions and meetings on mental health. The Congress, held in the Ukraine was kicked off by President Zelensky, followed by the First Lady, then the Minister of Defense. 

Zion Summer Camp 

The Zion Church is running a summer camp for local children. The Post donated money to help defray costs.

CBHS JROTC

Cadet of the Year

May 5, 2025 - The Post presented the Post 10148 JROTC Award to CBHS JROTC Cadet Shelby Kennerly at 0900 in the CBHS Performing Arts Center.

20th Anniversary Reunion 2nd Battle of Fallujah

First Battalion Third Marines - Lava Dogs- gathered in Cocoa Beach over Veterans' Day weekend. The Post was honored to provide support and participate in this event. Kickoff was Friday night at the Post followed Saturday by golf and Dennis' famous Porketta dinner back at the Post. On Sunday Post members were included in the USMC Birthday luncheon. A full Veteran' Day ceremony was held on Monday followed by lunch at Jonathons.

Memorial Day 2024

MGen Gregg Martin was the guest speaker at a well-attended Memorial Day Celebration held at the Post 5/28/2024. Over 40 people crowded onto the outside deck to hear the program presented. The event was concluded with a Post sponsored cookout and potluck luncheon.

National Veterans Homeless Support

The Auxiliary provided much needed financial support to procure necessary items such as meals and personal items to homeless veterans in the greater Cocoa Beach area. 

CBHS Football Association 

The Post and Auxiliary made donations to the annual Fundraiser Golf Outing. The Post and Auxiliary also participated in the May 11th tournament, fielding 3 foursomes. 

VFW Charities ​

The National Home

Disaster Relief Fund

Because We Care

Veteran Military Support

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