CVMF March 2026 Newsletter
- hmhervey
- Mar 30
- 3 min read
Campbell Veterans Memorial Foundation
The CVMF is pleased to present this Newsletter on the Foundation’s activities, plans, and key events for 2026.
Welcome to the New Year
A belated Happy New Year to our friends and supporters.
CVMF is pleased to start revving up 2026 with the energy and purpose that carried us through an eventful 2025. Welcome back!
The Board gathered for our Annual Retreat on February 20 at the Double Tree Hilton in the Pruneyard. It was a grand venue befitting the important occasion, allowing the team to discuss and review our 2025 efforts and plan our projects and programs for this new year. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for more news and updates.
Based on the commitment and hard work they exhibited last year, the CVMF Board voted to renew the Duties and Charters of the current slate of Officers, as outlined herein.
OFFICERS
Harold Hervey - President
Liz Gibbons - Vice President
James Clark-Moore - Secretary
Phil Alne - Treasurer
Frank Jewett - Public Relations
Zac Houchen - Social Media
BOARD MEMBERS
Ken Estep - Co-Founder
Dan Furtado - Co-Founder
Nancy Whitman
Izetta Kennedy
Anna Rutledge
Jim Free
(Chairman Emeritus, Co-Founder)
The CVMF Board is Campbell's version of The Little Engine That Could. We can't turn water into wine like that other guy did back in the day, but....
We have done so much with so little for so long,
we can do almost anything with nothing forever.
Celebrate Campbell
The Board was pleased as punch to attend the 2026 Celebrate Campbell Gala on March 21 at the elegant Cannary building downtown. Hosted by the Campbell Chamber of Commerce, the Mad Hatter Ball showcased Campbell's movers and shakers, prominent businesspeople, and local politicians. All were decked out in their finest evening attire, supplemented by Mad Hatter-themed costumes and baubles. Copious amounts of fun, food, good cheer, and libations flowed all evening. In short, it was an evening to cherish and remember.
The Board was exceptionally proud to celebrate FranK Jewett's designation as our 2025 Veteran of the Year. As one of CVMF's co-founders, Frank has been tireless in his dedication to our Mission for the past 18 years; this overdue award lends vibrant testimony to those efforts.
Back Row (Left-Right): Zac Houchen, Phil Alne, Frank Jewett, Ken Estep
Middle: Nancy Whitman, Anna Rutledge, Liz Gibbons, Izetta Kennedy
Front: Jim Free, Harold Hervey, Dan Furtado
Important 2026 Events
Easter Egg Extravaganza
Saturday, April 4, 2026
The CVMF will support the Kiwanis Club of Campbell at their Easter Egg Extravaganza at the Community Center field on Saturday, April 4th. Festivities start at 10 AM. Lots of fun and excitement for the kids. And don't forget to attend the Parade through downtown Campbell starting at 1 PM.
Memorial Day Celebration
Monday, May 25, 2026
We are delighted to have Major General Kent Hillhouse (Ret.) as our Keynote Speaker, along with a few other important leaders and honored guests. We'll also have the Del Mar High School Orchestra, the Marine Corps Color Guard, and the Scouts of America. Stand by for more news in the near future.
Rev Up Your Donation Groove
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Gold Star Father and CVMF Board Member Ken Estep will participate in a hot, exciting, and vibrant virtual car race you can watch and enjoy online. This is the brave new world of action-packed eSports at its best.
Ken will represent CVMF at the event by getting into his real cockpit with real pedals, real brakes, and a real steering wheel, and haul his souped-up Mustang GT3 car around a virtual track. FAST!
You support will help raise funds for our local veterans. People can join the race, watch the event, and donate to the cause. See details and QR codes below.
NASCAR ain't got nothin' on these boys!
Important News for Next Year
Speaking about our local vets, we are pleased to announce that CVMF and the Campbell Historical Museum formed a grand partnership to showcase Campbell's military heroes in 2027. This project will display historical material, including pictures, biographies, uniforms, and relevant artifacts that reflect our history of serving the nation.
And you can help!
Inform our team if you have any old pictures or related items from the conflicts in Vietnam, the Gulf Wars, or current military actions. Contact Frank Jewett if you have pictures and information about Campbell's veterans.
Frank Jewett: frankjewettnavy1@gmail.com
CVMF can only survive and fulfil our Missions by receiving your support. We have lots to do and need your help to get it done.
Thanks in Advance.
CVMF is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
EIN: 26-1545857
PO Box 622, Campbell, CA 95009
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