Southern California Chapter Highlights Archive

Back to School Brigade 2012

This summer, Operation Homefront will hold our Back To School Brigade program, serving over 3,300 children of our military servicemen and women throughout Southern California at 10 locations. This is the community’s way to say “Thank You” t …Read More

Best of North County Check Presentation

Operation Homefront Navy Military Child of the Year Nate Richards, Chapter President Jay Anderson, and Chapter Board Chair Rick Nafis accept donation from Wells Fargo presented by Brian Lee at the San Diego Magazine Best of North County eve …Read More

NWS Seal Beach Baby Shower

Operation Homefront Southern California is honored to have showered eight military with gifts in preparation for the new addition to the family. …Read More

San Diego Magazine Best of North County Party

Sample the best that North County has to offer. A portion of ticket sales will benefit Operation Homefront Southern California Enter promo code OperationHF for a $15 discount for ticket Event details Friday, April 27, 2012 6:30- 9:30PM P …Read More

Nate Richards - Navy Military Child of the Year

Nate Richards, Operation Homefront Navy Military Child of the Year, was introduced by the Chief of Naval Operations at the award ceremony. He is pictured here with National CEO Jim Knotts and the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Jonathan …Read More

Wonderful Donors

It is with a great deal of pride, humility, and most sincere appreciation that we announce the receipt of a $100,000 gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. With this exceptional donation, the Chapter will continue its proud hist …Read More

Managing Your Money Seminar 2012

It’s time to take charge of your financial future! Operation Homefront Southern California presents Managing Your Money: a financial literacy seminar with guest speaker Cathie Restivo, LFE Institute speaker. This unbiased, education-based s …Read More

Charity Navigator 4 Star Rating

Our chapter is proud to have earned the Charity Navigator highest rating of four stars. …Read More

Financial Planning Class

Operation Homefront has partnered with the experts from the Financial Planning Association (FPA), and is offering FREE financial planning classes for service members and their families. This informational class (to include dinner) will hel …Read More

Meet the Navy Military Child of the Year From SoCal

At one time, James Nathaniel Richards’ three brothers and father were deployed at the same time. As a son and the fifth of six kids, James has seen a lot of the military life. To share his wisdom about being a military brat, he started a bl …Read More

Two of the Military Child of the Year Top 5 Finalists are from SoCal

Two of the top 5 Finalists are from SoCal: Hallie Garrigus, 11 - Chula Vista, CA and James Nathaniel Richards, 9 - Jamul, CA Operation Homefront today announced the top 5 Finalists from each branch of service for the 2012 Military Child of …Read More

Operation Homefront to Give 100 Donated Homes

Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit that provides emergency assistance to military families and Wounded Warriors, today launched a partnership with Chase that will put at least 100 Wounded Warrior, military, and veteran families per …Read More

Disney on Ice

Military families enjoyed a special outing on 21 December, as they learned to ice skate at the Honda Center with the cast and characters from Disney on Ice. Later they also attended the show. Check here for more photos from the special da …Read More

Homefront Celebration 2012

Homefront Celebration is a special night out just for military spouses. Join us as we eat, laugh, get inspired, share stories about life and gain new insight and perspective. Make new friends as we share a fabulous catered dinner during t …Read More

Smiles all around

The "Our Gift to You" Program focuses on providing assistance to our military families, with special emphasis on children. Because of the terrific support of the many sponsors and donors who held toy drives, we were able to have a "toy te …Read More

The Land of the Free Foundation continues supporting OHSoCal

The Land of the Free Foundation continues to support the Chapter, as shown in this picture where Kent Valley, Ed Roski Jr., and John Semcken present Chapter President Jay Anderson with a generous donation. …Read More

Spring Baby Shower

A community group is generously supporting a Spring Baby Shower for 10 expectant military families. Space is limited, so please review the below qualifications. If you would like to be considered to participate complete the link below the …Read More

Star Franchise Association

The Star Franchise Association, at the request of Mr. Michael Borchard, President of M&N Foods, has graciously and generously donated $10,000 to the chapter, in support of our mission of providing emergency financial and other assistance to …Read More

Giving Thanks to Our Military Families Thanksgiving Meal Program at Albertsons

As we approach Thanksgiving, the great folks at Albertsons and their fantastic customers have come through for military families. Because of the "Giving Thanks to our Military Families Thanksgiving Meal Program," 3,210 military families ar …Read More

Thanks for Giving at Edwards AFB is a Success!

Thank you Lockheed Martin Palmdale for your support of the Thanks for Giving program at Edwards Air Force Base. Through your support we provided Thanksgiving meals to over 175 military families. Lockheed Martin employees volunteered at the …Read More

Eve Selis and CBS8 (KFMB) Support Operation Homefront Southern California

Local San Diego entertainer Eve Selis is supporting Operation Homefront Southern California at the concert debuting her newest CD "Family Tree." The concert is on 11-11-11 in La Jolla and Eve has graciously donated tickets to service membe …Read More

Adopt A Family 2011

Operation Homefront Southern California's Adopt a Family Program is gearing up! Community Sponsors - We still need sponsors for the program. Would you like a great way to connect one on one with military families to say a special thank you …Read More

Scholarships

Ashford University Homefront Heroes Scholarship presented by Cox. The families, especially the spouses, who serve their country alongside their loved ones in uniform are worthy of recognition. You are truly homefront heroes and your dedica …Read More

Ashford University Homers for Heroes

Operation Homefront Southern California (OHSoCal) received a $15,000 donation from Ashford University prior to the start of the Padres baseball game on 27 September. Left to right in the picture, OHSoCal Volunteer of the Year Ms. Denise Do …Read More

BAE Systems Hosts Huggies Baby Shower

On September 22nd in San Diego, Huggies®Every Little Bottom, Walmart, Operation Homefront Southern California and BAE Systems hosted a baby shower honoring “military” moms. Each mom was gifted the NEW and Limited Edition Huggies® Little Mov …Read More

Combined Federal Campaign

Support Operation Homefront Southern California through Combined Federal Campaign. Military personnel and federal civilian employees are given the opportunity to participate in an annual fundraising effort called the Combined Federal Camp …Read More

Huggies Creates Camo Diapers to Benefit Military Families

Dress your babies cute for a cause! Huggies has created a camo diaper that will be distributed exclusively in Walmart stores across the country. Operation Homefront will get one diaper for every box of Huggies sold, up to 300,000 diapers. …Read More

2011 Freedom Walk

On Sunday, 11 September, the chapter's annual Freedom Walk was conducted along Mission Bay in San Diego. As shown in the photo, the walk had just begun, after a short ceremony Emcee'd by Monica Dean of the local NBC TV station, during whic …Read More

Tee It Up for the Troops (California Chapter)

The chapter is very grateful for our newest Gold Level supporter, Tee It Up for the Troops (California Chapter). Tee it up for the Troops, Inc. was established by the family and friends of a soldier serving in the U.S. Army. When the father …Read More

Thank You to All of the Back to School Brigade Supporters!

Thank you to all of the wonderful supporters for our 2011 Back to School Brigade. With the generousity of the community we were able to provide backpacks and school supplies to almost 2600 children in Southern California. …Read More

Giving Thanks to Our Heroes

Chapter President Jay Anderson speaks at the U.S. Bank "Giving Thanks to Our Heroes" event sponsored by U. S. Bank, the San Diego Padres, Pat & Oscar's Restaurants, and Westfield Horton Plaza. This event recognized Marines from the Wounded …Read More

Bank of America (Los Angeles Group)

We want to thank our Platinum level supporters, the Bank of America Los Angeles Group, for their generous donation. …Read More

Thank you to the Heroes for Hope Foundation

The chapter extends its appreciation to the Heroes for Hope Foundation, our newest Gold Level supporter. These kind folks are what make accomplishing our mission possible! …Read More

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

The chapter is very grateful to the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for the continuing support of our mission. They have recently provided a generous gift to enable us to support the Our Gift to You Program at Ft. Irwin and MCAGCC 29 Pa …Read More

Thank you to a Special Donor

The Chapter wishes to acknowledge a Special Donor. "An anonymous California family foundation whose Board members are honored to support military service members, wounded warriors, and their families through Operation Homefront Southern Cal …Read More

Larry Elder helps Operation Homefront Southern California

On August 4, well known commentator Larry Elder used his talk show on KABC AM 790 in Los Angeles to help raise funds for Operation Homefront Southern California. During the show, Larry and Chapter President Jay Anderson (Colonel, U.S. Mari …Read More

Special Thanks to Ford Motor Company - Donating money and manpower

The chapter wants to provide a special comment about our continuing partner, Ford Motor Company, which has once again stepped up to support our Back-to-School Brigade Program. It is with great pleasure that we highlight Ford increased its …Read More

2011 Freedom Walk San Diego

On this same day throughout the country citizens will gather to participate in Freedom Walks. The act of walking together as a nation will be unique in design and execution, uniting our citizens behind a commitment to never forget the lives …Read More

July 4 and baseball

Chapter President Jay Anderson and Operation Gratitude CEO Carolyn Blashek stand on the field at Dodger Stadium, prior to throwing out a ceremonial first pitch at the game on July 4th. During the pre-game event, both organizations also rec …Read More

Society of American Military Engineers

Chapter President Jay Anderson accepts a donation from the Society of American Military Engineers at their meeting held at Camp Pendleton on 23 June, 2011. We are very grateful for the fourth consecutive year that SAME has supported the ch …Read More

Weingart Foundation

The Chapter extends its appreciation to our newest Platinum Level donor, the Weingart Foundation, for its generous donation. For more information on the foundation, please click here. …Read More

Special thanks to Bobby Ryan of the Anaheim Ducks

The chapter offers its special thanks to our Gold Level donor, Bobby Ryan of the Anaheim Ducks. In addition to his generous donation, he was very gracious when meeting with service members and their family members after the game on Military …Read More

Thank you Orange County Automobile Dealers Association

We extend our most sincere appreciation to the Orange County Automobile Dealers Association (OCADA), for the Dodge Caravan they donated to the Chapter on 6 June. This date was the 67th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the famous D-Day la …Read More

Military Support Affinity Group

On Armed Forces Day, Operation Homefront Southern California was invited to join in the kick-off of the Bank of America Military Support Affinity Group (MSAG) aboard the USS Midway in San Diego. Many of the management team and numerous ass …Read More

Thank you Tom (Master Mechanic) Derr

After years of supporting Operation Homefront Southern California, Tom"The Master Mechanic" Derr is closing his shop. He has been a valued service provider and friend to the chapter and the military families he has supported. We all join …Read More

Olympic Training Center Tour and Dinner

Thanks to OHSoCal volunteer and elite athlete Britney Henry, on May 13 a group of wounded warriors, family members, and medical staff members were provided a private tour at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, California. Helping w …Read More

LA County Fire Department

Operation Homefront Southern California volunteer Brett Mackenzie speaks about Operation Homefront in the Department's recent edition of their newsletter "Size Up." Courtesy of the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Size Up Newsletter. …Read More

Thank You Booz Allen Hamilton Volunteers

Thank you to the volunteers at Booz Allen Hamilton who spent their lunch with us as we assembled 1100 goodie bags for the April Spring Fling events. Stay tuned for pictures of the happy children receiving the bags later in April. Thank yo …Read More

Helping OHSoCal Support Wounded Warriors

With the help of the Rancho Bernardo Inn, the chapter sponsored a couples retreat for wounded warriors and their spouses. The great hospitality, wonderful setting, and gracious support from all the folks at the Inn made the weekend event v …Read More

Yardhouse supports our military

Yardhouse has stepped up and helped us support the folks at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, by donating dozens of TVs. …Read More

Rancho Santa Fe Foundation Armed Forces Interest Group

The chapter is honored to thank the Armed Services Family Support Fund and Armed Forces Interest Group of the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation for the recent gift. "The Armed Forces Interest Group (AFIG) an initiative of the RSF Foundation, is e …Read More

Spring Fling 2011

Spring is in the air and we would like to celebrate with you and your family. Please join us for a fun filled event. Please note, event is designed for younger children. Details vary by location. Click on the links below for the locatio …Read More

Americas Top Employers Launch an Initiative to Help Match Jobs with the Unique Skills Veterans Bring to the Marketplace

DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit consortium of leading U.S employers, has scheduled a press conference Wednesday, April 6, 2011 to announce that over 5,800 .jobs domains will be added to the Jobs Universe to provide programs that w …Read More

OHSoCal Supported by the Hollywood Canteen Foundation

The chapter wants to recognize our newest Gold Level sponsor, the Hollywood Canteen Foundation. Bette Davis, "Jules Stein, up to this time, was seldom ever seen. Few people even knew what he looked like. He preferred to live this way. It w …Read More

Anaheim Ducks Foundation helps OHSoCal

The Anaheim Ducks Foundation continue its support of Operation Homefront Southern California, which means a great deal to us. At the 27 February game against the Avalanche (which the Ducks won), OHSoCal helped host Marines and sailors to a …Read More

Marine Dependent - Taylor Dahl-Sims wins Military Child of the Year

OCEANSIDE STUDENT RECEIVES 2011 MILITARY CHILD OF THE YEAR® AWARD Taylor Dahl-Sims Wins $5,000 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – Operation Homefront today announced the five recipients of the 2011 Military Child of the Year® Award. The Marine Corps …Read More

Business Suits for Wounded Warriors

Help us help wounded warriors. We are looking for sponsors to provide new business suits for wounded warriors who are going on employment interviews. Please contact us if you are willing to help a wounded warrior. …Read More

Thank You to the Walter J and Betty C Zable Foundation

The chapter wishes to acknowledge the Walter J. and Betty C. Zable Foundation, Platinum Donors for Operation Homefront Southern California. Their very generous support enables us to provide emergency financial and other assistance to the f …Read More

BAE and Lockheed Martin lend a helping hand

BAE and Lockheed Martin lent a helping hand to make the eraly Thanksgiving event at Edwards AFB a rousing success. …Read More

Southern California Military Child of the Year Semi-Finalists

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – Operation Homefront announced the 100 semi-finalists – 20 representing each Service – for the 2011 Military Child of the Year® Award. For the first time in 2011, the award will be given to an outstanding military child …Read More

Donor Joe Pavelski

Operation Homefront Southern California is grateful for the donation from Center Joe Pavelski of the San Jose Sharks NHL team. It is always terrific when professional athletes reach out to help us support the families of our service member …Read More

Never too young!

Never too young! Miss Serena proves one is never too young to help Operation Homefront Southern California, as she donates lots of new cookware for our military families to Chapter President, Colonel Jay Anderson, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret). …Read More

County of Los Angeles Firefighters Association Fire Training Conference 2011

Chapter President Jay Anderson and Operation Homefront Southern California volunteer Firefighter/Medic Brett MacKenzie manned an information table at the County of Los Angeles Firefighters Association Fire Training Conference 2011 in Pasade …Read More

Thank you to the Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation

The chapter extends its appreciation to our Gold Level donor, Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation. …Read More

Thank you to Qualcomm Inc.

The chapter extends are gratitude to our Gold Level donor, Qualcomm Inc. …Read More

Special thanks to Pfizer

Our special thanks and most sincere appreciation goes out to the fabulous folks at Pfizer. We went to their conference today and through the tremendous participation by the folks in Institutional Sales, we will receive $15,000. For $5 per …Read More

Thank you to Lockheed Martin Communications

The chapter is very grateful to our Platinum Level donor, Lockheed Martin Communications. They have been valued partners over time. With their assistance, we have have been able to provide emergency services and morale program support to …Read More

Thank you to The Crean Foundation

The chapter is very grateful for the recent contribution from our Platinum Level donor, The Crean Foundation. The $10,000 gift will be put to good use, as the requests for assistance continue to arrive from the families of our service memb …Read More

Thank you to the Warnack Foundation

The chapter greatly appreciates the generous donation from the Warnack Foundation, placing them in the roles of our Gold Donors. This generous donation will enable us to continue assisting military families, demonstrating to them that thei …Read More

Sean “Diddy” Combs supports our service members and military families

Sean “Diddy” Combs supports our service members and military families. After performing songs from his latest release “Last Train to Paris” during the “The Jimmy Kimmel Show” on December 16, Sean “Diddy” Combs announced he is supporting se …Read More

Our Gift to You Program

Here's one of the hundreds of happy military family members who took part in the "Our Gift to You" Programs the chapter supported over this weekend. …Read More

Grainger supports the Our Gift to You Program

In addition to a very generous financial donation, several Grainger employees contributed their time in support of the "Our Gift to You" Program, which was a tremendous success. …Read More

Thank you PIMCO

The chapter is very grateful for the $10,000 donation received from PIMCO. As the holidays approach, this donation will enable the chhpater to continue providing emergency financial and other assistance to the families of our service membe …Read More

Recognizing Albertsons for their efforts and donation

On Tuesday, 30 November, Chapter President Jay Anderson recognized the Albertsons Store iin Fallbrook, California as the top producing store during the "Giving Thanks to our Military Families Thanksgiving Meal Program." Store Director Kirk …Read More

Adopt-A-Family 2010

Operation Homefront Southern California's Adopt-a-Family program is gearing up! Community Sponsors (Military families scroll down) Would you like a great way to connect one on one with military families to say a special thank you this h …Read More

Thank you to the great folks of San Diego

Thank you to the great folks of San Diego and southern Riverside counties. As a result of your tremendous generosity, the ambitious goal of Thanksgiving meals for 4,000 military families has been exceeded. You have truly given thanks to m …Read More

Our Gift to You 2010

Operation Homefront Southern California and Lincoln Military Housing will host its Annual “Our Gift to You” events where gift bags laden with all of the makings of a holiday dinner military families. At Lincoln Housing, military families wi …Read More

Thank you - Land of the Free Foundation

On behalf of the military families that will benefit from it, we offer our most sincere appreciation to the Land of the Free Foundation for the exceptional gift of $100,000, which Chapter President J. S. Anderson (Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps …Read More

Thank you dba Eyecom of Healthline Systems Inc

As the holidays approach, we are very grateful for the $10,000 contribution from dba Eyecom of Healthline Systems Inc. for holiday meals. Tremednous support from a super partner. …Read More

Early Thanksgiving at Edwards AFB

The smiling faces attest to the success of the early Thanksgiving event hosted at Edwards AFB this year. …Read More

NHL star Bobby Ryan donates to Operation Homefront Southern California

Beginning on 10 November, the Anaheim Ducks' Military Appreciation Night, to honor U.S. military personnel and their families, Ducks left wing Bobby Ryan will pledge a $100 donation for every point scored during the remainder of the 2010-11 …Read More

Thank you to the Grainger Foundation

Through the Grainger Community Grant Program, the Grainger Foundation graciously donated $18,000 to our chapter to support meals for military families for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Their fantastic support will enable us to assist teh mil …Read More

Anaheim Ducks Military Appreciation Night

The Anaheim Ducks Military Appreciation Night on 10 November was a great success for the countless military families who attended. We were able to assist families from Seal Beach, Los Angeles Army Recruiting, and Ft. Irwin. It was a fanta …Read More

Dollar Tree and Operation Homefront Toy Drive 2010

Operation Homefront has partnered nationally with Dollar Tree, Inc. and will solicit and encourage patrons of the Dollar Tree and Deal$ stores to purchase and donate a toy to be placed in the collection box at their store. Over 4,000 Dolla …Read More

Wawanesa

At our Silver Donor Level, we are proud to announce a generous donation from Wawanesa Insurance Company. Thank yous go to Mr. Bill Saung and Mr. Dave Goss for facilitating this donation. …Read More

Thank you Barney and Barney LLC

Belatedly we want to recognize the $15,000 donation received from Barney and Barney LLC on September 15. These great folks are known for their support of organizations, with their employees leading the charge! …Read More

Elizabeth N. Crane Foundation Fund

The Chapter is proud to announce the receipt of a grant in excess of $33,000 from the Elizabeth N. Crane Foundation Fund at the San Diego Foundation. This gracious donation will enable us to continue our mission of providing emergency finan …Read More

Thank you Boeing and Tapestry Solutions!

Congressman Duncan Hunter and Boeing visit the Operation Homefront Southern California office. What a great way to start the week! This morning Congressman Duncan Hunter visited our office to participate in the presentation of a $20,000 gra …Read More

Giving Back to Those Who Serve

On Wednesday 22 September, at our Orange County satellite office we were able to distribute donated items to several units (National Guard FAN LA - Bell Armory; 11th MP Los Alamitos Army Reserve; Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach; LA Army Re …Read More

Thank You US Bank

We have great donors, such as US Bank. In this picture, it was our pleasure to accept a $2,500 donation from them. From left to right, they are Lori Nickel, Peg Millson, Abram Perez, Jay Anderson (President, Operation Homefront Southern Cal …Read More

Freedom Walk 2010 Success

Over 490 participants came out to Freedom Walk 2010 in San Diego to reflect on the lives lost on 9/11, renew our commitment to freedom and the values of our country, and to honor our veterans, past and present. Thank you to the following …Read More

Thank You San Diego Harley

Thank you San Diego Harley for your support and donations collected at Kettner Nights. The funds that were donated will allow us to continue as we provide emergency and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded wa …Read More

Our Supporters

Operation Homefront Southern California is very grateful to all of our donors, without whose generosity we would not be able to provide emergency financial and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors, an …Read More

Thank You!

Thank you to God’s Gift Foundation for their continued support. God’s Gift has stepped in several times over the years with grants to support our mission. This year, they have awarded us $10,000. We appreciate their kindness. Thank you to …Read More

Thank you Microsoft!

Operation Homefront thanks Microsoft for their generous $200,000 technology grant! Chapter President Jay Anderson received the check from Microsoft Chief Operating Officer Mr. Kevin Turner on June 24th at the Grand Opening of their new stor …Read More

Land Of the Free Golf Tournament

The Land of the Free Foundation has selected Operation Home Front as a Major Beneficiary recipient for the 2010 Land of the Free Foundation Golf Classic. The Land of the Free Foundation is committed to celebrating the men and women of the A …Read More

Thank You Thursday Club!

Thank you to the Thursday Club Juniors for their $15,000 contribution towards our Emergency Services program. Special gratitude to Tiffany Ames-La Marche for her support! …Read More

Back to School Brigade

This summer, Operation Homefront will hold our Back To School Brigade program, serving over 1,800 children of our military servicemen and women throughout Southern California at 7 locations. This is the community’s way to say “Thank You” t …Read More

Back-To-School Brigade 2010 Needs Your Support

Operation Homefront Southern California will be supplying students with smiles thanks to your generous support this August! At 7 locations throughout Southern California, Operation Homefront anticipates providing 1860 children with backpac …Read More

Operation Easter Joy Success!

Due to the generousity of the community we were able to provide Easter baskets to 1080 military children in San Diego, Oceanside, Los Alamitos, March Air Force Base, LA Air Force Base and NWS Seal Beach. Thank you to the following for your …Read More

Easter

Hippity Hop, Hippity Hop......Operation Homefront and the Easter Bunny are Teaming Up for Easter The Easter bunny is quickly bouncing around the corner. Operation Homefront Southern California and the Easter bunny are gearing up for Easter …Read More

National Charity League Surf Cities Celebrates Military Wives

National Charity League Surf Cities celebrates military wives by preparing over 150 "Mother's" recipe and cooking baskets for Easter. Operation Homefront will distribute these baskets to families at the upcoming Easter events. …Read More

Singing Telegram

A few very lucky military spouses received surprise singing telegrams through a partnership with Operation Homefront and Pacific Coast Harmony. …Read More

Bikes, Trikes, and Razors OH MY!!

On Feb. 10th, a generous donor and KIDS brought new Kolcraft High Chairs, and bikes, tricycles, and razors to military children. …Read More

Homefront Celebration gets Spouses Moving!

Jacey Eckhart was the keynote speaker at 2 spouse seminars on Feb. 4th and 5th. …Read More

Fort Irwin Holiday Market

Operation Homefront and LEXICON partnered to assist over 200 military families stationed at Fort Irwin California. LEXICON helped to sponsor the event by providing funding for the Fort Irwin food voucher program. Children enjoyed breakfast …Read More

The G Family

A Chaplain told me about Operation Homefront and the staff responded quickly and with much care and professionalism. They kindly let me know that this issue was out of their range, but that my more immediate need of heating the home could b …Read More

A Car of Their Own

In February of 2009, Kenneth, a Marine, his wife Brianna, and their five day old son Braden, moved to Twentynine Palms, CA. They waited for over a month to have their car shipped from Oregon, relying on the kindness of their roommates to d …Read More

The Simmons Story

The Simmons family moved to San Diego from Corpus Christi early in 2009, hauling their nonfunctioning 1984 Dodge. They had a truck, which they used for daily living. In June, Angela Simmons, her four year old son, and a friend, were side …Read More

Faithful to Wounded Marine

Operation Homefront Faithful to Wounded Marine Marine Gun. Sgt. Paul McQuigg returned from Iraq in 2006 plagued by tough questions. Would he ever speak again? What would become of his military career? How would he care for his 2-year-old so …Read More

Walmart Holiday Shopping Spree

As part of the “Walmart Gives Back” holiday giving campaign, five military families in San Diego received $1,000 gift cards. The families shopped with their gift cards at Walmart to purchase food, home goods and other everyday essentials in …Read More

Our Gift to You

Operation Homefront Southern California and Lincoln Military Housing hosted its Annual “Our Gift to You” event where gift bags laden with all of the makings of a holiday dinner along with toys were given to approximately 1000 military famil …Read More