KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

LIFE-CHANGING SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO SERVED.

chapter 53 officers 2026-2027 

KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS

Bill Burch

Senior Vice Commander

Jame Christiansen

Treasurer

Cheryl Kieffer

Comander

Earl Comstock

1st Junior Vice Commander

Vern Guthrie

Chaplain/Judge Advocate

Harold "Will" Johnson

Sergeant-At-Arms

John Shimko

Adjutant

Gary Schmerbeck

Commander

The Commander leads the chapter, presides over meetings, ensures compliance with DAV regulations, and represents the chapter in the community. They guide all officers, uphold the mission of serving disabled veterans, and maintain order, integrity, and unity within the chapter.

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
I don't know
     

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The prices at the DAV Thrift Store won't scare you!

Advocating for Veterans Everywhere
For more than 100 years, DAV has been a strong and influential advocate for veterans’ rights and benefits. We are committed to fighting for America’s more than 4.7 million disabled veterans, representing veterans on Capitol Hill, and getting legislation enacted that protects our nation’s heroes and their families. Nearly 1 million members give DAV a powerful voice to make sure veterans are heard.
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disabled american veterans chapter53

WE HELP KEEP THE PROMISE TO AMERICA’S VETERANS Join us at our Information Table at the VA Community‑Based Outpatient Clinic 1211 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315 March 25, 2026, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

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

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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

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