NWCA News and Updates

NWCA sends out Special Love and Best Wishes to those who are keeping us safe this Valentine's Week, Feb 2021. We are proud of your service to our nation. We also send out Love and Best Wishes to the family members of these Brave Heroes. Here is just one example of...

December 30, 2020 was a Great Day for members of NWCA who gathered in The Villages, Florida for a meal and lots of laughs. NWCA members including: Nancy Plano Perry, Member at Large; Kathy Moore, Mayport #201; Claire Stacy, Jax #86; Kathy Trittschuh, NWCA Military...

Local Navy Wives Clubs of America, Princess Anne #143 and Memphis #119 are helping to bring Christmas Joy to local organizations and Charities. Shown here are Eleanor Holland, representing NWCA Princess Anne # 143, delivering gifts to a local Virginia Beach, VA USO....

Today December 7, 2020 we stop to recognize those 2,403 Men and Women who gave the ultimate sacrifice on this date in 1941 at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and other locations. "Each and every day we preserve their legacy by supporting their mission, victory at sea - Navy.mil,...

Wishing all of our NWCA Military Families and those serving on active duty a Very Happy Thanksgiving for 2020. Please be safe in all you do. Here is just one example of how our Wonderful Military Armed Forces are protecting each of during this Holiday and throughout...

Today, 11November2020, America Celebrates "All Who Have Served" in our Armed Forces. We wish the Very Best to those Honored Veterans and their Families on this special Veterans Day celebration. Find out more at this link:...

Today our United States Marine Corps celebrate their 245th Birthday. Pictured are the oldest Marine and Youngest Marine at the National Ceremony. See the full video story at this link: https://www.facebook.com/marines/videos/1038323569913199/

October 13, 2020. Today we celebrate the Wonderful and Ongoing Heritage of The United States Navy. Happy 245th Birthday to the Men and Women of our Great United States Navy. Read more at this link: https://www.navy.mil/Resources/Photo-Gallery/igphoto/2002514070/

Tricare announces open season is soon to begin. Switch your plan, pay allotments or make no changes at all. Find out more at this link: https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/BenefitUpdates/Archives/09_08_2020_Open_Season_is_Coming_Take_Time_to_Prepare_Now.

Happy 50th Anniversary to our United States of America Navy Ombudsman Program. Thanks to each of you who have served in support of this Family Support effort over the years. Read more about this Special Day at this link:...

Never Forget September 11, 2001. Remembering the sacrifices made by our American Heroes on this day.

https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/display-news/Article/2333259/pearl-harbor-fleet-logistics-center-commemorates-75th-anniversary-of-end-of-wwii/ The Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Fleet Logistics Center Commemorates 75th Anniversary of End of WWI on...

The United States Navy Announced New Ombudsman-at-Large on August 20th. Mrs. Stacey Lindsey and Mrs. Amy Smith now serve as the Chief of Naval Operations' ombudsman-at-large. In their new roles, Lindsey and Smith are volunteer advisors to Admiral Mike Gilday and other...

The NWCA National Project for 2020, Darkhorse Lodge is continuing to make progress. Wonderful to see the Staff and Volunteers helping to build "A Peaceful Retreat for Combat Veterans." Excited to hear that progress is continuing even though our Nation is battling...

August 7, 2020. Purple Heart Recognition Day 2020. Here is just one of the many stories about the sacrifice and service of our Military Veterans, Col. Richard Williams, Korean War Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient. Read the story about this Military Hero at this...

The United States Coast Guard Band, 2020 Happy Birthday United States Coast Guard, August 4, 2020. Today our Coast Guard celebrates 230 years of Dedication and Service to our Nation. Throughout the years the Coast Guard has lived up to its Motto: "Always Ready." See...

The Seattle, Washington area kicks off its Virtual Fleet Week July 27th - July 31st. These are some of the photos from this event, including a photo taken "back in the day" of families, friends and visitors shown lined up to greet and visit one of the Air Craft...

Update as of July 17, 2020: "Out of an abundance of caution, due to COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent restrictive protocols, your Executive Board of Directors has voted to cancel the Annual Corporation/National Convention scheduled for 2020. More details to follow in...

Firefighters continue to battle the major fire onboard the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) at Naval Base, San Diego, California. We are proud to see this combined effort by all of those involved from each of the Commands in the area, to local civilian forces to those who...

July 4th, 2020. Our NWCA National Project, that we are helping with this year, at Darkhorse Lodge, Paris, TN, has reached yet another milestone. Here is the message they posted on their facebook site: https://www.facebook.com/Darkhorse-Lodge-655037981193760/. "Today,...

Lee Greenwood, Home Free and The United States Air Force Singing Sergeants collaborate on a new rendition of the famous song, "God Bless the USA." Thanks to all for this Great Song and Wonderful message. See the song at this link:...

Memphis, TN. The local Arise to Read or as this wonderful Memphis, TN. non-profits logo reads: ARISE2READ, is giving Children Hope for the future through volunteers working to increase reading skills and literacy. Children in public schools and now at home are...

Today, June 25th, 2020 we remember the outbreak of the Korean War. We Honor both those who fought in this war and their Families. Each and every one, who gave Honorable Service, we salute you and the many sacrifices given. Find out more about the ceremony shown in...

Today, June 14th, 2020 The United States of America Celebrates our National Flag and its wonderful and lasting history of service. Even though our Flag has undergone many changes in design, it has always represented "One nation, under God with Liberty and Justice for...

June 14, 2020. Happy Birthday to the United States Army. Today our U.S. Army Team celebrates 245 years of service to our Nation. See and learn more about this day of celebration here: https://www.facebook.com/USarmy/

We Thank our Military Veteran's who served during WW II with Honor and Courage. We Shall Never Forget this Special Day of June 6th. See and hear the story of the D-Day Landings at Normandy at this Link:...

Today, June 3, 2020, NWCA is 84 years "young" and still helping our Military Families, Military Veterans and Local Communities. We salute all those who have helped our Organization through the years from our beginning in 1936. We also salute the "First Lady" of NWCA,...

Across the Membership of NWCA, we stop to "Never Forget" those who have given their lives in defense of our Freedom. On the special day of May 25th, 2020, America held many ceremonies to Honor our Fallen Heroes. We Shall Never Forget. The crew of U.S. Navy's oldest...

The United States Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard are scheduled to present Virtual Fleet Week New York 2020 from May 20 - May 26. See and read the story at: http://militarynews.com/app/fleetweeknewyork/

NWCA Salutes our 32 Members at Large, across the United States during your special recognition month of May 2020. We thank each of you for continuing to support and serve within NWCA. Stay safe and strong. We Love You.

Friday May 8th is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Take some time to express your appreciation to your Military Spouse on this Special Day. Find out more about this day of Appreciation at: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-spouse-appreciation-day

Wishing all of our NWCA Membership, Military Veterans, Military Families and Nation Easter Greetings and Safety for 2020. Please Remain Safe and Stay Strong. The photo shown here is from deck of the USNS Mercy (T-AH-19) showing the crew as they hold Easter Services on...

Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19 from the U.S, CDC. Read the full story and get user friendly instructions at this link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html.

New York: The hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH-20) treated its first patients April 1, 2020 in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts. Use this link to see and read the full story: https://www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=112526 Thank You to our...

Sailors onboard the USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) prepare to support our nation's response to COVID-19. Use this link to see and learn more:...

Since July 1, 1937 our US Military Soldiers have stood guard over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Even during this time of hardship, this Tomb remains guarded. We Salute those who give their Best each day for this duty. Open this link to see and learn more:...

Hospitals at Sea. Read how the United States, Military Sealift Command is providing help to combat COVID-19. Click here to see this story: https://www.navy.mil/viewGallery.asp?id=0&page=13468&r=4. Read other related stories and see the photos and videos as the...

This story and photo by U.S. Navy Mass Communication Specialist !st Class David Mora Jr. is taken by a release from the United States Navy Web Site at: https://www.navy.mil/view_imagex.asp?id=310511&t=1. Photo shows the Military Sealift Command hospital ship, USNS...

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has posted information for Veterans at this web site as of March 17, 2020: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/n-coronavirus/

The United States Navy has established and official Blog site to pass along Updates and Information about COVID-19 to our Military and Families. Here is the link to this site: https://navylive.dodlive.mil/2020/03/15/u-s-navy-covid-19-updates/. You can also learn and...

U.S. Navy Sets Coronavirus Transfer and Travel Rules: What you need to know about NAVADMIN 065/20. Here is the link to this story: https://www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=112362

NWCA National President, Melissa Worthey, has sent out important information about the Regional Conventions scheduled for 2020. Quoting from her letter: "I have advised and strongly encouraged our Regional Presidents to cancel their respective regional conventions for...

  Our National President visited Darkhorse Lodge, here is her report on their visit: I have visited our national project Darkhorse Lodge a few times in the weeks and months since national convention. Darkhorse Lodge is still in development and making...

Do you collect pop tabs, to help support your local Ronald McDonald House? Poptabpalooza is an annual event, that promotes more community-minded children, supports children and families in need, and helps the environment at the same time. In preparation for this years...

This past Saturday (Jan. 18, 2020) our local NWCA clubs of Jacksonville, Florida participated in the Groundbreaking Ceremony at Cecil Fields. These local clubs are looking forward to the upcoming POW/MIA Memorial and Museum! #GoneButNeverForgotten Local clubs: NWCA...

Fantastic read and picture below: Enjoy ♥️ NWCA Memphis #119 presenting their local Golden Corral with a check from National for $1000, the money is going to Camp Corral. The mission of Camp Corral is to transform the lives of children of wounded, injured, ill, and...

Naval Service FamilyLine announces the introduction of their new Chairman, Junifer Thomas. Check out her bio. Welcome Mrs. Thomas. Junifer has been a Navy Spouse for more than 26 years, completed 20 moves, and multiple deployments. She has served with numerous...

Our very own Ellie & Tom Hamby, better known as Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus, appeared today in Rome, Georgia’s “Let it Be Christmas” parade. Where will we see them next? Children, keep your eyes open for their next app

Naval Services Familyline, proudly launches, Anchors Aweigh on YouTube! It was designed to provide spouses, parents, and loved ones a brief overview of what to expect of the Navy life. Coast Guard and Marine Corps families may find some of the videos useful as well....

On behalf of The Navy Wives Clubs of America, Inc. dba Military Families Worldwid, we “Thank you” for your service to our country.

The Marine Corps was founded on November 10, 1775, when the Continental Congress ordered that two battalions of Marines be raised for service as landing forces with the fleet. Marines have participated in all wars of the United States, being in most instances first,...

Thanks to the relentless fundraising efforts, of many gracious volunteers, another annual spectacular Navy Ball was celebrated, around the world. The 2019 Navy Ball, saw Sailors suited in their dress blue uniform, with their spouses/significant others, or friends,...

October 26, is National Day of the Deployed, which annually honors the United States military personnel that is deployed around the globe. This day recognizes all of the brave men and women, who have been deployed, are sacrificing, or have sacrificed their lives to...

The NWCA 80th National Convention came to a closing this evening, as the new 2019-2020 National Board were installed by the outgoing National President Sheryl Bice and National Vice President Amy Roberson, Our new National President Melissa Worthey, and our National...

Our United States Navy will soon celebrate 244 years of Honorable Service to our Country. We sincerely Thank You for your Service to Our Country and express our gratitude for the "Honor, Courage and Commitment" you promote each day. The Navy Wives Clubs of America,...

NWCA National President Sheryl Bice, National Vice President Amy Roberson, National Membership Chairman and Past National President Julie Sharp, USO Assistant Marissa, and Member in Training Chole Roberson delivered Goody Bags to the USO Wounded Warrior and Family...

The Navy Wives Clubs of America, Inc. is proud to announce our Organizational Name that now includes our approved Business Model language. The Name is: "Navy Wives Clubs of America, Inc., 'Doing Business As' Military Families Worldwide." Congratulations to all of...

NWCA is supporting the efforts of the Darkhorse Lodge project near Paris, Tennessee. This facility will soon become a wonderful and "Peaceful Retreat for our Military Combat Veterans." NWCA is very thankful for all of those working and managing this project. Many of...

On this Special Day, NWCA sends Honor and Remembrance out to our Nations Gold Star Families, September 29, 2019. Today we remember the Mothers, Fathers, Sisters, Brothers and Children of our Nations Special Heroes. Those that gave their lives in defense of Freedom,...

NWCA National President, Sheryl B. and NWCA Past National President, Melissa W. visited the NWCA National Project for 2019, Darkhorse Lodge and meet with Members of local NWCA Club, Memphis #119 on Sept 26, 2019.

Members of NWCA Daughters in Dixie #300 were attendance on September 21, 2019 to help lend support in recognizing our United States Military POW's/MIA's and Gold Star Mother's. The event was held at the Chapel of The High Speed Pass, Cecil Field Conference Center,...

Members of NWCA "Will Always Remember and Never Forget" our Military Service Member POW's and MIA's. On this Special Day, September 20, 2019, please find a way to remember our POW's and MIA"s. "With Honor and Dedication."

Congratulations to our New United States Citizens from Memphis, Tennessee. A Naturalization Ceremony for these New Citizens was held in Memphis on September 17, 2019. Members of NWCA Memphis #119 were attendance and helped support this activity by presenting each New...

Members of NWCA Memphis #119 attended and supported the Naval Support Activity, Mid-South (NSA), Millington, Tennessee Ombudsman Appreciation Luncheon and Awards Ceremony today, September 18, 2019. Special Thanks to the NSA Command for taking the time to recognize...

Naval Support Activity Mid-South, Millington, Tennessee announces highlights of scheduled special MWR Activities for September and October 2019. NWCA Memphis #119 is helping get this message out to those around the NSA Mid-South Naval Base. Find out more about these...

NWCA Memphis #119 Club Members attended and helped support the Local Memphis, Tennessee Naturalization Ceremony Events on September 12, 2019. During this ceremony 58 people, from 29 foreign countries, became New United States Citizens. Congratulations to each one.

NWCA Memphis #119 is scheduled to host the September 16, 2019 "We Care Supper" at the Naval Support Activity, Mid-South Navy Base (NSA). Time is: 6PM. Location: Ellison Recreation Center, 5671 McCain Street, Building 499. Theme for this supper: Mexican. We Care...

NWCA Little Creek #241, Member Gail Campbell, recently delivered some welcomed candy treats, Lolli Pops, to members of the Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story "Shot Clinic." The treats will be awarded to Children when they come by the Clinic for care....

NWCA Members of Kitsap #46 plan to hold their September 14, 2019 Business Meeting in the "Live 360" Meeting Room at the Kitsap Mall, next to the Famous Shoes Store starting at 10 A.M. Visitors are welcome to attend this meeting. "We hope that you can join us as we...

NWCA Local Clubs, Jax #86 and MenRiv Park #240, Goose Creek, South Carolina are rescheduling their upcoming Business Meeting Dates due to Hurricane Dorian. NWCA Jax #86 will now meet on September 11, 2019 vs this upcoming Wednesday, September 4, 2019. And MenRiv Park...

Members of NWCA Daughters in Dixie #300 attended a ceremony to Honor The Military Order of The Purple Heart (MOPH) at Jacksonville, Florida on August 6, 2019. The local MOPH Chapter #524 hosted this ceremony. NWCA Daughters in Dixie was presented a $200 donation...

The Members of Princess Anne #143 collected needed Food and Supplies for several local area USO's in August 2019. These welcomed items were delivered by Princess Anne #143 Club Members led by: Barbara Stead, Pam Oliver, Shelia Olson and Eleanor Holland. Also assisting...

The United States Navy Flight Demonstration Team, The Blue Angles, diamond pilots, were on display during a scheduled performance in the Chicago, Illinois area, August 16, 2019. Thankful for these Brave Heroes and Support Team Members who are serving with Pride in our...

NWCA Memphis #119 in cooperation with the local Chili's Restaurant, 8526 Highway 51, Millington, Tennessee, 38053, phone: 901-872-0555, is promoting a "Good Eats for a Good Cause" fund raiser to help support their club and NWCA on Monday, August 19, 2019. This local...

NWCA Memphis is encouraging local area residents of Millington, TN to join the local Girl Scouts for Family Fun and a FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE presentation on August 17th at Navy Lake, Millington. The scheduled movie is: "Avengers End Game." Show time is set for: 7:40PM....

NWCA MenRiv Park #240, Goose Creek recently presented a special Flag Pole Finial to the members of local Boy Scout Troop #777 on August 14, 2019. Thank You NWCA Members of MenRiv Park for supporting the organized youth programs in your local area. Thank You Boy Scouts...

NWCA Princess Anne #143 is reminding the Virginia Beach and Norfolk area NWCA Members that NAS Oceana, Virginia is set to hold a Back To School Family Fest on August 15, 2019. Where: NAS Oceana - Main Gate Park, Tomcat Blvd., Virginia Beach, Virginia. When: Thursday,...

The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery was Honored by the Navy Wives Clubs of America, Inc. (NWCA) on August 3, 2019. The NWCA National President, Sheryl Bice, Princess Anne #143 and Husband Pete Bice, NWCA Princess Anne #143; NWCA National...

The City of Goose Creek, SC is now holding its planned Kids Fest Celebration at the downtown City Municipal Center until 8:30 P.M today, August 10th. NWCA MenRiv Park #240 Members are helping with games and providing information for those in attendance....

Kids Fest Activities will be held at Goose Creek, South Carolina on August 10, 2019. NWCA Members from MenRiv Park #240 plan to attend and provide additional fun for the Families and Children in attendance. Time and location: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Goose Creek City...

The Members of NWCA Princess Anne #143 recently donated school supplies being collected by local TV WAVY, Channel 10. Special thanks go out to Princess Anne Members: Barbara Stead, Laurie Graham and Eleanor Holland for shopping and delivering these supplies.

NWCA Jax #86 recently installed a new Club Member, Nicole Stanley. Congratulations to Nicole and Welcome to NWCA! She is the daughter of Wilma Stanley, Jax #86 and the Granddaughter of the late Gloria Davis, Jax #86. Nicole has achieved great success while working and...

NWCA Daughters in Dixie #300 Club Members, located in Jacksonville, Florida, recently voted to elect new local club officers. Congratulations to these NWCA Members: President, Zach Horning; Vice President, Terry Laws; Recording Secretary, Lindsey Kauffman;...

Members of NWCA Princess Anne #143 voted in August 2019 to support the 5 USO's located in Norfolk and Virginia Beach area by making food donations and also inquire about volunteering. They also toured one of the local USO's as shown here. Find out how you can help....

Members of NWCA Daughters in Dixie #300 were present for Purple Heart Recognition Day Ceremonies at the downtown Veterans Memorial Wall, Jacksonville, Florida on August 6, 2019. This ceremony was organized by Jacksonville city officials and the Military Order of the...

Darkhorse Lodge, our 2019 NWCA National Project, was visited by an NWCA Club Member of Memphis #119 and Family Member on August 6, 2019. Thanks to Tara McClelland (R), Memphis #119 and her Mother, Cheryl Jenner (L), both from Munford, Tennessee for stopping by the...

NWCA Memphis #119 Members are planning to host their monthly "We Care Supper" to be held on August 13, 2019 at 6PM. The Supper will be held onboard the Millington, Tennessee, Naval Support Activity Mid-South Base (NSA), at the Ellison Recreation Center, 5671 McCain...

Happy 229th Birthday to the United States Coast Guard, August 4, 2019. Wishing all of the Honorable Members, Retired Members and Family Members of the United States Coast Guard the Very Best on this, your Special Day of Celebration. We Honor each of you for your...

NWCA continues to help support the construction of Darkhorse Lodge at Paris, Tennessee. Here in these photos you can see the progress on the exterior of the various cabins is being made. Help support this great project for our Combat Veterans and Military Families....

NWCA Princess #143 will present a special Honorary Wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider, Arlington National Cemetery on August 3, 2019. Several Members of other NWCA Clubs will also be in attendance. In this photo one of the Members of Princess Anne #143 prepares...

Members of NWCA MenRiv Park, Goose Creek, SC are planning to hold their August Business Meeting on the 6th at 7PM EDT. To find more information about this meeting please view their NWCA Local Facebook Fan Page at: www.facebook.com/navywivesclubmenrivpark240/. Or you...

Members of NWCA MenRiv Park #240, Goose Creek, SC are planning activities to be held following the local Goose Creek Kids Fest event on August 10, 2019. Time of events: Kids Fest activities will be held from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM followed by a fireworks display. Location:...

A fun "How to Make Lumpia and Fried Plantains" cooking class was held on Saturday, July 20, 2019 with Members of NWCA Daughters in Dixie #300. Tess Groyon Gruber served as the leader and "teacher" of this class. The Club Members had a great time learning how to make...

NWCA Jax #86 Clubs Members Announce their August, 2019 Meeting Schedule. The Club Members will meet for a Business Meeting on August 7, 2019 onboard Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, Florida. The meeting will be held Building 857. The Club Welcomes both Members and...

NWCA Princess Anne #143 had the honor of donating #200.00 toward postage for 24 care packages sent to forward deployed troops from VFA-143 stationed at Oceana Naval Air Station, Virginia. The packages included snacks, personal hygiene items and letters from local...

The United States Navy Blue Angels Flight Performance Team held a scheduled practice and flyover near the Pensacola Naval Air Station area in early July, 2019. NWCA Memphis #119 members, Allison Barnes (NWCA Central Regional President), husband Windle Barnes and...

Updated Registration and Agenda Information for the 2019 NWCA National Convention is now available in the "Members Only Area" of this site. Look for recent and updated forms and information in this area.

NWCA Memphis #119 sponsored the 6th Annual Independence Day Youth Parade onboard Naval Support Activity Mid-South on July 1st, 2019. Over 75 youth, Adult Workers from the base Child Development Center, Parents and NWCA Club Members participated in this fun event....