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Established in 2016, we have a patriotic mission to support our veteran members as well as local veteran organizations
Dedication of GlenLakes Clubhouse Semiquincentennial Flagpole "Salute to America 250"
On Friday, July 3, 2026 at 8PM, Dick Rowland and Linn Craton hoisted our new memorial flag while Curt Reilly spoke… “Today we gather for a moment that is both solemn and celebratory: the dedication of this flagpole in honor of the 250th anniversary of our great nation, the United States of America.
At every step of the way, stands the American flag. This flag has flown over a nation that began as an audacious experiment — thirteen colonies daring to claim liberty in a world ruled by empires. It has flown over battlefields where ordinary men and women did extraordinary things. It has flown over ships at sea, over dusty outposts, over farms and factories, over schools and courthouses, over the quiet front porches of families waiting for loved ones to come home. Some did not.
And now, it will fly here—on this new pole we dedicate today—reminding all who pass by that freedom is not an inheritance; it is a responsibility.”
At every step of the way, stands the American flag. This flag has flown over a nation that began as an audacious experiment — thirteen colonies daring to claim liberty in a world ruled by empires. It has flown over battlefields where ordinary men and women did extraordinary things. It has flown over ships at sea, over dusty outposts, over farms and factories, over schools and courthouses, over the quiet front porches of families waiting for loved ones to come home. Some did not.
And now, it will fly here—on this new pole we dedicate today—reminding all who pass by that freedom is not an inheritance; it is a responsibility.”
“Not Forgotten” Memorial Day
We sincerely hope you were able to join us for our Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial located on GlenLakes Blvd., near the front entrance of GlenLakes on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 11:45 AM when the flag was returned to full staff by the Springstead High School Air Force JROTC Honor Guard. We were also honored that State Representative Jeff Holcomb spoke glowingly. As you can see above, it was very well attended.
Bob Henry solemnly extolled the 50 or so names of Veterans who have passed that were requested by GlenLakes residents using a dedicated email address [email protected]. The Veteran’s name, service affiliation, and rank, if known, were read out loud, followed by the ring of our new ceremonial bell. Reading the names of deceased veterans serves a deeper purpose. It restores an individual’s identity. A name spoken aloud is a life acknowledged. A person dies twice--once when their life ends and again when their name is spoken for the last time. We all have a moral commitment "to remember them."
Bob Henry solemnly extolled the 50 or so names of Veterans who have passed that were requested by GlenLakes residents using a dedicated email address [email protected]. The Veteran’s name, service affiliation, and rank, if known, were read out loud, followed by the ring of our new ceremonial bell. Reading the names of deceased veterans serves a deeper purpose. It restores an individual’s identity. A name spoken aloud is a life acknowledged. A person dies twice--once when their life ends and again when their name is spoken for the last time. We all have a moral commitment "to remember them."
GlenLakes Community
Shred-IT Event
Sponsored by GLVFA
April 10th, 2026
On Friday Apr 10th, 2026, 0900-1200, GLVFA hosted its second GlenLakes Community Shredding event. GLVFA members volunteered their time and energy to direct traffic, answer questions, accept donations, and most importantly, retrieved boxes (and boxes, and even more boxes....) from residents automobiles and golf carts to hand over to the Shred-IT truck operator to relieve our residents of literally tons of old paper documents.
Free BBQ Lunch Provided to Baldomero Lopez State Veterans' Nursing Home
A fully catered luncheon from Mission BBQ was once again provided to all the residents at Baldomero Lopez State Veterans' Nursing Home in Land O'Lakes at our association's expense on Thursday, April 9, 2026. It was a joyful day of camaraderie, great food, and time spent with an incredible group of fellow veterans.
Spring "R & R" Event
March 7th, 2026
Over $30,000 in grants was awarded on Saturday, March 7, 2026, to 12 veterans-related groups from the proceeds of the organization’s Veterans Day Golf Scramble last November 10th. We particularly wish to thank our Presenting Sponsor, Golinski Tax Advisors, GlenLakes Country Club, and our many other generous sponsors, volunteers, and golfers.
History of the American Soldier
Veteran Disability Services
Please visit our dedicated veteran's disability and general services webpage. The page has a lot of information for our members and veteran online visitors including information about the PACT ACT, VA Hotline, VSO information for our local area, and much more. If you are a veteran who is in need of assistance with disability claims, wanting to know where local veteran groups are/contact info, or perhaps in need of professional litigation services, the page is for you.
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Be an integral part of these efforts to honor and aid veterans by making a gift on our DONATE page.
