News
- We are currently reorganizing American Gold Star Mother's chapters in Northern California. If you are a Gold Star Mother and you wish to join a chapter in Northern California (north of Monterey/ Merced) please contact us at info@sjcagoldstarmoms.org
Northern California 2012 Inaugural Run for the Fallen- SAVE THE DATE!
September 22- 23, 2012 (more details soon)
Patterned after the successful New Jersey Run for the Fallen, we are proud to announce the Inaugural Northern California Run for the Fallen.
The Northern California Run for the Fallen is an organization of runners and support crew whose mission is clear and simple: To run one mile for every Northern CA service member killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Each mile of sweat and pain and each flag saluted, is to pay homage to one service member’s life and their family.
The last weekend of September, we will run in Northern CA to raise awareness of the lives of those who fought and died, to rejuvenate their memories and keep their spirits alive, to support organizations that aid the families of those killed, and to aid in the healing process for the Northern California families whose lives have been affected by the war.
We refuse any political affiliation or agenda, but simply honor those who have fought, and those who have fallen under the American flag.
Patterned after the successful New Jersey Run for the Fallen, we are proud to announce the Inaugural Northern California Run for the Fallen.
The Northern California Run for the Fallen is an organization of runners and support crew whose mission is clear and simple: To run one mile for every Northern CA service member killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Each mile of sweat and pain and each flag saluted, is to pay homage to one service member’s life and their family.
The last weekend of September, we will run in Northern CA to raise awareness of the lives of those who fought and died, to rejuvenate their memories and keep their spirits alive, to support organizations that aid the families of those killed, and to aid in the healing process for the Northern California families whose lives have been affected by the war.
We refuse any political affiliation or agenda, but simply honor those who have fought, and those who have fallen under the American flag.
2nd Annual Travis AFB Gold Star Mom's Ruck March
Armed Forces Day
Saturday, May 18, 2012
Honoring Gold Star Moms
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6 mile course
4 person teams
CATEGORIES:
Military Heavy
Military Light
Civilian
Saturday, May 18, 2012
Honoring Gold Star Moms
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6 mile course
4 person teams
CATEGORIES:
Military Heavy
Military Light
Civilian
2011 Inaugural Travis AFB Gold Star Mom's Ruck March
We had a great time at the Inaugural
Travis AFB Gold Star Mom's Ruck March held on Armed Forces Day, May 18,
2011. More than 200 members of the military and their families rucked 6
miles, may of them carrying 30 pounds in their ruck sacks.
Thanks to Lt Col Liz Clay, her husband Chris Clay, and so many others at Travis AFB for making us feel welcome and for honoring our sons and daughters.
Thanks to Lt Col Liz Clay, her husband Chris Clay, and so many others at Travis AFB for making us feel welcome and for honoring our sons and daughters.
2011 Marine's Memorial Gold Star Parent's weekend
Sept 2010 AGSM Gold Star Mother's Day Washington, Dc
American Gold Star Mothers marked Gold Star Mother's Sunday in Washington DC. Our banquet was held in Tyson's Corner, VA on Saturday evening.
On Sunday morning, a light rain fell as we laid a Gold Star wreath at the Viet Nam Memorial. We visited Arlington National Cemetery at Section 60, where Iraq & Afghanistan casualties are buried. On Sunday afternoon, the President of AGSM laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown at Arlington National Cemetery.
On Sunday morning, a light rain fell as we laid a Gold Star wreath at the Viet Nam Memorial. We visited Arlington National Cemetery at Section 60, where Iraq & Afghanistan casualties are buried. On Sunday afternoon, the President of AGSM laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown at Arlington National Cemetery.
June 2010 73rd AGSM Convention, Philadelphia, PA
California Department Members, Saddleback and San Jose Chapter members.
61 American Gold Star Mothers met in Philadelphia for the 73rd AGSM convention; It was the first convention for 29 members. It was a weekend full of bonding and meeting other Gold Star Moms from across the country. We honored the AGSM members who had died the previous year. Speakers included Kevin Secor from the VA, Congressman Patrick Murphy (D-PA). I was inspired with all of the advocacy and volunteer work that members are participating in.
61 American Gold Star Mothers met in Philadelphia for the 73rd AGSM convention; It was the first convention for 29 members. It was a weekend full of bonding and meeting other Gold Star Moms from across the country. We honored the AGSM members who had died the previous year. Speakers included Kevin Secor from the VA, Congressman Patrick Murphy (D-PA). I was inspired with all of the advocacy and volunteer work that members are participating in.
Gold Star Mothers Day 2010, Washington DC
Presidential Proclamation--Gold Star Mother’s and Families’ Day In a long line of heroes stretching from the greens of Lexington and Concord to the mountains of Afghanistan, selfless patriots have defended our lives and liberties with valor and honor. They have been ordinary Americans who loved their country so profoundly that they were willing to give their lives to keep it safe and free. As we pay tribute to the valiant men and women in uniform lost in battle, we also recognize the deep loss and great strength of those who share in that ultimate sacrifice: America's Gold Star Mothers and Families.
For those in our Armed Forces who gave their last full measure of devotion, their loved ones know the high cost of our hard won freedoms and security. An empty seat at the table and missed milestones leave a void that can never be filled, yet the legacy of our fallen heroes lives on in the people they loved. Their exceptional spirit of service dwells in the pride of Gold Star parents, who instilled the values that led these brave men and women to service. It grows in the hearts of their children, who know that, despite their absence, they gave their lives so others might be free. And, it echoes in the enduring love of their spouses the backbone of our military families who supported the person they cherished most in the world in serving our Nation. Though our Gold Star families have sacrificed more than most can ever imagine, they still find the courage and strength to comfort other families, support veterans, and give back to their communities.
It is from these examples of unwavering patriotism that we witness the values and ideals for which our country was founded, and for which America's sons and daughters have laid down their lives. As members of a grateful Nation, we owe a debt we can never repay, but hold this sacred obligation forever in our hearts, minds, and actions.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 of June 23, 1936 (49 Stat. 1895 as amended), has designated the last Sunday in September as "Gold Star Mother's Day."
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Sunday, September 26, 2010, as Gold Star Mother's and Families' Day. I call upon all Government officials to display the flag of the United States over Government buildings on this special day. I also encourage the American people to display the flag and hold appropriate ceremonies as a public expression of our Nation's sympathy, support, and respect for our Gold Star Mothers and Families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.
BARACK OBAMA
For those in our Armed Forces who gave their last full measure of devotion, their loved ones know the high cost of our hard won freedoms and security. An empty seat at the table and missed milestones leave a void that can never be filled, yet the legacy of our fallen heroes lives on in the people they loved. Their exceptional spirit of service dwells in the pride of Gold Star parents, who instilled the values that led these brave men and women to service. It grows in the hearts of their children, who know that, despite their absence, they gave their lives so others might be free. And, it echoes in the enduring love of their spouses the backbone of our military families who supported the person they cherished most in the world in serving our Nation. Though our Gold Star families have sacrificed more than most can ever imagine, they still find the courage and strength to comfort other families, support veterans, and give back to their communities.
It is from these examples of unwavering patriotism that we witness the values and ideals for which our country was founded, and for which America's sons and daughters have laid down their lives. As members of a grateful Nation, we owe a debt we can never repay, but hold this sacred obligation forever in our hearts, minds, and actions.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 of June 23, 1936 (49 Stat. 1895 as amended), has designated the last Sunday in September as "Gold Star Mother's Day."
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Sunday, September 26, 2010, as Gold Star Mother's and Families' Day. I call upon all Government officials to display the flag of the United States over Government buildings on this special day. I also encourage the American people to display the flag and hold appropriate ceremonies as a public expression of our Nation's sympathy, support, and respect for our Gold Star Mothers and Families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.
BARACK OBAMA
Memorial Day 2010, Washington DC
Lcpl Travis Layfield Golf Tournament
The Lcpl Travis Layfield Golf Tournament was held on 4/9/2010 to raise money for Project: Gold Star, in support of the California Gold Star Family license plate.
Lcpl Travis Layfield Golf Tournament
The Lcpl Travis Layfield Golf Tournament was held on 4/9/2010 to raise money for Project: Gold Star, in support of the California Gold Star Family license plate.
March 2010 AGSM Nor Cal Organizational Meeting
We held our first AGSM organizational meeting in Lafayette, CA at the Veteran's Memorial Building on 3/27/2010
(Pictured: Loretta Bridges, Nadia McCaffrey, Karen Meredith, Yolanda Vega and Jan Martinez. Not pictured, Virginia Tallman)
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