KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

LIFE-CHANGING SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO SERVED.

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chapter 53 officers 2025-2026 

KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

Gary Schmerbeck

Commander

Bill Burch

Senior Vice Commander

Jame Christiansen

Treasurer

Cheryl Kieffer

Asst. Adjutant

Earl Comstock

1st Junior Vice Commander

Vern Guthrie

Chaplain/Judge Advocate

Harold "Will" Johnson

Sergeant-At-Arms

John Shimko

Adjutant

testimonials

KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

 Their assistance in navigating the benefits system was invaluable. 

Sara Wilson
Military spouse and advocate
     

 They helped me understand my family’s rights and connected us with essential resources. 

Emily Parker
Daughter of a former Marine
     

 Thanks to this organization, I successfully accessed key benefits for my family. 

James Carter
Retired Veteran from Texas
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WE HELP KEEP THE PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS Join us at our Information Table at the Des Moines VA Hospital 3600 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310 March 2, 2026, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

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Chapter53 of Disabled American Veterans invites all interested individuals to our "Information Table" event, showcasing our dedication to offering resources and assistance to veterans. The event will include expert guidance on eligibility and application processes for veteran benefits, providing an invaluable resource for empowering our community's heroes. Attendees will have the chance to engage with representatives and connect with other members of the local veteran community.Read More

  • Date:3/2/2026 09:00 AM - 3/2/2026 12:00 PM
  • Label 3600 30th Street, Des Moines, IA, USA (Map)
  • More Info:VA Hospital Main Entrance

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KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

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  • MEETING PLACE: Cozy Cafe 8385 Birchwood Ct Johnston, IA 50131
  • Cozy Cafe 8385 Birchwood Ct Johnston, IA 50131

Thank you for visiting our website. We'll see you at our next meeting, the second Tuesday of each month. Chapter 53 Officers


testimonials

KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

Sara Wilson

Military spouse and advocate
     

Their assistance in navigating the benefits system was invaluable.

Emily Parker

Daughter of a former Marine
     

They helped me understand my family’s rights and connected us with essential resources.

James Carter

Retired Veteran from Texas
     

Thanks to this organization, I successfully accessed key benefits for my family.

I don't know