Program Reporting
District 2	POST 6563	Submitted Date 2026-11-12
Date of Activity 11/11/2026
Program Community Service
Activity Citizenship/Americanism (including ceremonies)
Hours 5
Miles 30
Members 2
Dollars Spent/Donated 0
Dollar Value 251.1
Total Dollars 251.1
Description
On November 11 2026 Ralph Broiles VFW Post 6563 in Fontana California hosted a Veterans Day community appreciation and outreach event providing free meals refreshments games and family-friendly activities to veterans their families and members of the general public. Complimentary food included pulled pork sliders nachos and bags of chips along with bottled water and coffee. Although meals were distributed through the Post's canteen no purchase alcohol purchase donation or VFW membership was required to receive food or participate in the activities. This event was organized strictly as a community service initiative and was not intended to generate revenue for the canteen. All individuals and families were welcomed regardless of military service or financial circumstances. Throughout the day the Post also provided games and recreational activities for children and families creating a welcoming environment that encouraged community involvement and strengthened relationships between local veterans and the surrounding community. The purpose of this event was to honor our nation's veterans provide free meals to those in need promote family engagement and demonstrate VFW Post 6563's continued commitment to serving the entire community.