Bring you and your loved to Marines' Memorial this month! Whether it is our wonderful Valentine's Day Dinner at Chesty's or at our Meet the Author with Darren Walton, author of Di Di Mau, we want to see you at Marines' Memorial this month!
When you visit Marines' Memorial, check out the 4th Floor! There you'll find the beginning of our Comprehensive Campaign, the Yellow Footprints. Also, we are now taking scholarship applications!
The Marines’ Memorial Association & Foundation Scholarship Program will award over $120,000 in scholarships for the 2025-26 Academic Year! The Program continues to emphasize financial need and ensure scholarships are awarded to the most talented and qualified students to realize their educational dreams.
The selection process is based on scholastics, personal achievements, financial need, a 250-500 word writing prompt, one (1) letter of recommendation, and a “Headshot” photo. Complete and submit the online application no later than Sunday, 16 March 2025 at 11:59pm PT.
Launch of Our Comprehensive Campaign
The Marines’ Memorial Comprehensive Campaign is a general fund effort with a big goal that serves an even greater vision. Simply put, its purpose is to secure vital funding for ongoing and future initiatives, to enhance our facilities, and expand our programs and veteran outreach—all to ensure that we sustain our mission well into the future.
Our plan is to create immersive tributes to US military branches, campaigns, and heroes throughout the 12 floors of the Club building. Starting with the yellow footprints of the Marine Corps floor.
Darren Walton’s memoir offers a compelling and raw portrayal of the Vietnam War, drawing readers into the heart of the conflict through the eyes of a Recon Marine. By blending vivid descriptions of the intense realities of combat with moments of dark humor, Walton provides a nuanced and thought-provoking perspective on the war.
His narrative vividly captures the toll that war takes on soldiers, shedding light on the sacrifices, dangers, and the deep bonds formed amidst the chaos. Walton’s reflections go beyond personal experience, illustrating the long-lasting impacts of war not only on those who fought but also on the communities that support them. His memoir is a powerful and moving exploration of the human cost of war.
Imagine you and your loved one sharing dinner, overlooking the city while nibbling on chocolate covered strawberries, sipping champagne with Jerome Clay filling the air with favorite songs.
Imagine no more!
Join us for Valentine's Dinner at Chesty's for a dinner you won't forget! Including a cheese display, surf n' turf entree, chocolate dipped strawberries, bottle of champagne, chardonnay or merlot.
Enjoy the music stylings of our own Jerome Clay throughout the evening.
Reservations are $250 per couple
Meet the Author: Barry Pencek
Operation Tailwind
Tuesday 4 March
6:00 PM
Renowned Author, Vietnam Veteran, and Marine Veteran Barry Pencek was born in Scranton, PA and a Cumberland College graduate. He joined the USMC and flew attack helicopters in Vietnam. Following his Marine Corps tour, he went to graduate school at the University of Georgia and then worked for Bell Helicopter in Iran as a flight instructor with the Iranian Army. Upon returning to the States, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve and began a career in commercial aviation, eventually flying with Emery Airfreight, Eastern, Pan Am, and United Airlines.
Operation Tailwind was a top-secret mission in Laos in 1970 in support of a larger CIA operation that originated in the White House. It remained classified until twenty-eight years later when CNN produced a documentary about it. Barry’s book exposes the truth on an incredible story.
This year’s conference will be our 4th year of the Military Veteran Startup Conference! We have hundreds of founders, future founders, operators, investors, and limited partners who will be joining us for two days of insights, networking, and partnership building.
We are excited about this year’s conference as fantastic military veteran founders and civilian allies are coming together to discuss a wide range of topics and industries: Fintech, Healthtech, Defense and dual-use, along with Human resources and workforce development startups.
Seats are selling out fast for PYC's annual fundraiser crab feed.
Menu includes abundant fresh crab, salad, bread, pasta and dessert, as well as wine, beer, coffee, tea and soft drinks for just $80 for Marines Memorial Members
RSVP now as seats are limited and advanced prepaid tickets are required. There will be no room for walk ins on day of event.
Backbrief
Marines' Memorial in the Leatherneck Magazine
Where History Comes to Stay: Historic Marines’ Memorial Hotel in San Francisco Continues to Evolve.
Every membership supports our mission: To Commemorate, Educate, and Serve!
Refer A Veteran Member, Get A Free Night
We're Looking for a Few Good Members!
Marines' Memorial Is Expanding Its Membership!
In addition to all Armed Services, membership is now open to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Admin (NOAA), the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS), Army/Air National Guard and ALL Service Academies, ROTC cadets / NROTC midshipmen!
