18-0116_HOMEFRONT AMERICA, INC._E12_Correspondence 1 1116/2018
Matisse Reischl
E12
Subject: FW: Homefront America/1/11 Battalion
On Jan 5, 2018, at 7:47 AM, Kristy McFarland wrote:
Please forward to all council members:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council,
I have been volunteering for Homefront America and their great efforts for over five years now. The
benefits they provide for many military families are endless. To name a few that I have personally been
involved with recently are:
*Heroes Night Out where they celebrate those that serve and provide a nice evening out for enlisted
through a nice meal, entertainment and special speakers. Over 40 1/11 marines attended, free of
charge.
*Summer Nights Concerts where again the marines are provided a nice meal for them and their families
and they are able to enjoy the concerts.
*San Juan Tree Lighting Bake sale.This event is more and more successful each year. We raised over
$1500 that goes directly to support the Marine Corp Ball for 1/11 Battalion.
*Car Wash where the volunteers worked with the Marines and was a very profited day. Of course all
proceeds go to the marines.
* Halloween gift bags. Our volunteers assembled Halloween bags for the marine children, 1/2 of which
went directly to the 1/11 Battalion and their children,
These are just a few of the programs I can think of that Homefront America does to benefit the 1/11.
However, I know there are many more events throughout the year that the 1/11 is included in.
Jose, the 1/11 Family Readiness Officer has on multiple occasions expressed his appreciation for
Homefront America and everything they do!
I have never worked with a more organized,well run philanthropy. Please consider keeping Homefront
America on as the liaison between the city and the 1/11 Marine Battalion. I don't think there is any
other philanthropy or individual that cares more or will continue providing for the Battalion as
Homefront.
Thank you for your time.
Kristy McFarland
January3, 2018
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
Subject: 1/11 Marines
When I moved to San Juan in 2011, 1 had the pleasure of attending the 10 year
anniversary memorial of 9/11. At that time I approached the City to offer to volunteer
to work with the 1/11 Adopted Marine battalion. As a result of no response, I had the
pleasure of being directed to Homefront America and have since been involved as a
volunteer working on their events. For a short time I was on the city committee and
then last year that responsibility was transferred to Homefront America. During this
year I have had the opportunity to work the city sponsored 1/11 events. Having a
career as a Corporate Meeting and Event planner, I can attest to the fact that all of the
events planned by Homefront America are well organized, cost conscious, and as a
result have been very successful. There has not been an instance where Marine
leadership and men in uniform have not expressed how extremely appreciative and
grateful they are for the support given by the City of San Juan Capistrano.
This is an exceptional way to support these young men who so valiantly give their all to
protect our freedom.
In working with Mamie, Art and Adam over the past years, I can attest to the total
professionalism of Homefront America in supporting the city's adopted Marines and I
am proud to volunteer to that end.
I sincerely hope the council will consider approval of the MOU currently pending so that
we may continue to support the City of San Juan Capistrano and the 1/11 Marines.
Respectfullly,
Patricia K. Bauer
Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America MOU Renewal:
From: Maggie Cluck
Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2018 2:54 PM
To: Maria Morris
Subject: Homefront America MOU Renewal:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council, please be advised that I totally approve the renewal of
Homefront America's MOU Renewal...Homefront America is a fine organization that I have had the
opportunity of volunteering and supporting the 1/11 Marine Battalion is so rewarding and gratifying to me. I
am proud to be of service to these men and women who protect our great Country.
Homefront does so many wonderful things for these brave men and women....you must approve the renewal
of the MOU Renewal so they may continue to support and care for our troops.
Best regards,
Maggie Cluck
Resident of San Juan Capistrano
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America
> On Jan 6, 2018, at 11:16 AM, Janet Mitchell wrote:
> To:
> Honorable Mayor
> Members of the City Council
> My name is Janet Mitchell and I have been a resident of San Juan Capistrano on and off for 20
years. Currently I live in Marbella and have been an active member of NCL Monarch Chapter with my
2 daughters since 2010.
> I have volunteered in many events put on by Homefront America. This past December, I
volunteered to serve at the Christmas party for military members and their families. The event was
extremely well run, organized and first class in my opinion. Every family selected 3 gifts per child. The
gifts were new and high quality. I noticed how surprised some people seemed when they learned that
they could pick 3 gifts per child. Some families had 4 kids, so this was a substantial amount of gifts!
There was also a drawing for a brand new bike and they were excited to participate.
> I was very touched by a personal thank you note, given to me by one of the mothers at this
Christmas event. It was handwritten and expressed how important this organization was to their
families. I was so touched I took a picture of the note. There were children who drew pictures for us
because they were too young to write a thank you note. It was very rewarding to see the joy we
brought these families as they selected gifts for their kids.
> I have also volunteered at the Easter party, which was held at Zoomars that particular year; and the
"date night out" for the couples. I noticed their pride in uniform, with their dates all dressed up for an
evening out. All of these events were done with great care and were very well staffed and organized.
These families deserve the very best in my opinion and I am grateful for organizations like Homefront
America, which recognize our military members and their families.
> I would appreciateit if you could copy each of the Council Members on my letter of grattitude for
Homefront America and the work they do for our military.
> Thank you
> Janet Mitchell
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America
On Jan 7, 2018, at 5:13 PM, Tim.Martin wrote:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
My name is Kim Martin and I am active member of NCL Monarch. With NCL I am also fortunate enough
to have served for 2 years as the liaison to Homefront America. During this time I have been able to work
closely with this wonderful philanthropic organization.
My daughter and I have volunteered at many events put on by Homefront America. We have been very
fortunate to have been involved with 3 years of Heroes Night Out. This evening has been very well run,
organized, and an amazing way to show our gratitude towards the various branches of the military. It has
been so special to hear the stories of the men and women that have been honored at this event. A
highlight of the evening is the raffle for some amazing trips, as well as, an outstanding silent auction.
We have also helped at two 1/11 events on base through Homefront America. The family BBQ and
Christmas party were also wonderful events. My daughter and I had a great time interacting with the
Marines and their families and I know the guests enjoyed themselves and felt appreciated.
All of these events have been well run and organized. Great care is always taken in making sure all
details were worked out to ensure that our military would feel appreciated and honored.
I am writing to ask the city council to renew Homefront America's MOU for the 1/11 Battalion at the next
city council meeting.
Thank you for your time,
Kim Martin
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America- please forward on and thank you
> On Jan 7, 2018, at 5:27 PM, Debbie wrote:
> Dear Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council,
> My name is Debbie Moyers and my daughter and I have been an active members of the National
Charity League Monarch Chapter for the last 7 years. Our favorite philanthropy has always been for
the Marines organized by Homefront America. My daughter and I love working and helping the
marines and their families.
> We have assembled iCare kits, we have baked cookies when needed, and every thing that
Homefront has ever needed us to you. We have loved donating our time and talents for their events.
Homefront is so organized and makes working for them very easy for us as a chapter. There is
always a wait list for volunteers on any event that Homefront plans so we have missed out on some
events due to not getting our name in early enough. The Marines are loved and supported by
Homefront America and NCL monarch Chapter.
> Thank you Debbie and Jillian Moyers
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America
> On Jan 7, 2018, at 9:02 PM, Sumiko Letourneau wrote:
> Honorable Mayor and the Members of the City Council:
> I am writing in hopes for the City council of San Juan Capistrano to vote to keep Homefront America
as the main supporter for the 1/11 Marine Battalion.
> My daughter, Katie, and I are members of the National Charity League of Monarch Chapter and
have volunteered for Homefront America on several occasions. We have volunteered in 2017 for over
25 hours each, for numerous philanthropy organizations that our Chapter supports. Our favorite
volunteer times were those helping Homefront America. We served the 1/11 Marine Battalion and
their families at the SummerNight concert at the Town Center Park and was able to experience first-
hand volunteer work, baked and sold thousands of cookies at the lighting of the Christmas tree at the
Town Center Park, and helped the Marine and spouse help choose Christmas presents for their
children while our children dressed as Elves helped with photos with Santa for the whole family. We
were showered with thanks and smiles. For all of the events we volunteered, I was especially
impressed with the well-organized preparation that went into each of the events. Every detail was
thought through, from proper request of the gifts, whether it be food to be served at the event for the
Marines, cookies and their packages to be sold, presents to be given to the children, and even to
taking care of the volunteers. The packing of the prepared items including the tent, to set-up, to
cleaning and re-packing at the end of each event were all quick, organized, and effective. I have been
involved in planning, preparation, facilitating and managing thousands of hours of various types of
events and I must say that Homefront America, Mamie and all of her helpers have been on top of
everything. Mamie is also very good at managing to make sure the smoothness of execution as well
as taking care of unscheduled events and adjusting accordingly.
> The events organized by Homefront America help the 1/11 Marines and their families, are very
popular among the National Charity League Monarch chapter volunteers, so well organized, and fun
events for the Marines and their families, event participants, and the volunteers. The thanks we
receive as volunteers and the smiles we witness at their events says it all. This is all due to the
dedication and love of everyone at Homefront America.
> Please take my input into consideration in voting yes, to keep Homefront America continue its great
work as main support for the 1/11 Marine Battalion.
> Thank you very much
> Sumiko Letourneau
> Ms. Maria Morris, please forward this email to each of the council Members.
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Homefront America
On Jan 8, 2018, at 9:35 AM, LisaMae Thompson wrote:
To the Mayor of San Juan Capistrano,
The Honorable Derek Reeve:
It is my hope that the MOU will be reinstated for Homefront America to be the liaison for 1/11 Battalion.
Homefront America is an amazing group of volunteers that support the 1/11 Battalion in so many
capacities. My daughter and I have enjoyed volunteering at numerous events including: Heroes Night,
packing backpacks, assembling goodie bags and baking cookies. Interacting with the marines and their
families has been the highlight for us.
Mamie,Adam, and Art have been the heart and soul behind Homefront America and they are a pleasure
to work with.
Sincerely,
Lisa Mae Thompson
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Matisse Reischl
Subject: FW: Support for Homefront America with the 1st Battalion/11th Marines
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From:Valinda Accetta
Date:January 7, 2018 at 10:59:05 PM PST
To:<mmorris@sanivancapistrano.org>
Subject: Support for Homefront America with the 1st Battalion/11th Marines
Dear Maria:
Please forward this email note with photos to the Honorable Mayor and all City Council
Members prior to Tuesday's City Council's meeting.
Thank you,
Valinda Accetta
Immediate Past President (2016-2017)
National Charity League, Monarch Chapter
Honorable Mayor and Members of the San Juan Capistrano City Council:
As a 7-year member of National Charity League, Monarch Chapter, which is a mother-daughter
organization that supports local philanthropies and meets monthly at the SJC Community Center,
I want to bring to your attention the importance of renewing Homefront America's involvement
in supporting the adopted 1st Battalion 11`" Marines. Their work is so amazing for our military
families and we are proud to volunteer with our daughters to provide them the "arms and legs"
for the many events they put on for our military heroes. I have attached a few photos of our
members at Homefront events.
Specifically, my daughters and I have been involved with the Heroes Night Out Event held in
September—a formal affair in which we serve the guests, assist with the Silent Auction and our
daughters watch their younger kids so the adults can enjoy the families. In fact at this event in
2016, I had the honor of receiving an award on behalf of our Chapter for our volunteer
efforts. We also served at the Homefront America Easter event at Zoomars and we helped face
paint the kids and participated in the Easter Egg Hunt, in addition to serving meals to the
families. Every year, we bake lots of cookies that they can sell at the annual Tree Lighting event
to support their activities as well.
Our members thoroughly enjoy serving the military families and I must say that this is our most
popular philanthropy. The volunteer signups are filled quickly because everyone wants to
support our heroes—whether it's helping them pack backpacks for the kids at Camp Pendleton,
or provide entertainment at the Halloween Trunks and Treats—Homefront America supports the
entire military family unit and this is an excellent way to teach our daughters about service and
the selfless sacrifices they have made.
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We'd like to continue to support Homefront America at the many events it supports for the I"
Battalion 111h Marines. As NCL members, we are honored and privileged to volunteer with this
incredible organization to honor our military heroes. We hope that you'll vote to renew their
service in this capacity.
Respectfully yours,
Valinda Accetta
Immediate Past President (2016-2017)
National Charity League, Inc. Monarch Chapter
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