Veterans and Active Military in the News

Help Us Serve More Families like the Davis Family
Donate Now Dear Friend of Fisher House So Cal, Not all military medical emergencies occur on the battlefield. Some happen when and where least expected. Emergencies happen in barracks, while training, or traveling to and from base. Such was the case for 20-year-old LCpl Ty’Sean

Celebrating Nurses Appreciation Week with Fisher House Southern California
With the support of our generous donors, Fisher House Southern California (FHSC) was honored to show our gratitude and respect for the remarkable caregivers who provide healthcare for our active duty and veteran servicemembers and their families during this much-deserved Nurses Appreciation Week! To honor

CRC Golf Tournament Supporting Fisher House Southern California
On Friday, November 4th, 2022, 168 golfers from CRC and Contractor companies competed in the 5th annual Veterans Support Golf Tournament, benefiting Fisher House Southern California Foundation. The Fisher House Southern California (FHSC) provides military and veteran families with housing and support so that they

Veteran’s Day at Gold Star Manor
Amy Mize, Fisher House So Cal Fund Development Associate (second from right), joined in Veterans Day festivities held at the American Gold Star Manor with (left-right): Glen Patrick, CEO of American Gold Star Manor; Commander Tibor Foki (of American Legion Post – Houghton Park) and

Press Telegram – 1 Fewer Battle for Vets to Fight
Marine veteran Maurice Guilleaume and his sister Anora are staying at the Fisher House in Long Beach while he receives cancer treatment just steps away at the VA Medical Center. We’re proud to be able to provide lodging to them in our sixteen room home

Terry Geiling Family Emergency Fund + Matching Donations
Donate Now Lee Madden hadn’t seen her brother in years. Growing up in a household with her father and two brothers serving in the U.S. Airforce for over 35 years, Lee moved to Australia 40 years ago but stayed in touch with her brother, Mark,

Sea ‘N Air Women’s Golf Club Tournament Raises Funds for Fisher Houses – San Diego
On a beautiful August 25, a full flight of 144 women golfers played 18 holes at the Naval Air Station North Island, in support of the two Fisher Houses-San Diego located at the Naval Medical Center at Balboa, San Diego. Susan Schelkun, Carrie Campbell-Wood, Carol

Starbucks Foundation 2022 Neighborhood Grant
Thank you, Long Beach Starbucks partners Joseph at the Lakewood/Cover store and Annette of the Bellflower/Stearns store, for our Neighborhood Grant nomination for Fisher House So Cal. We really appreciate your honoring us with this recognition and grant! With help from the @Starbucks Foundation, we’re

SDPHC – Party with a Purpose Fundraiser
The San Diego Parrot Head Club, a 500+ member group of local Jimmy Buffet music fans, host their 27th Annual Party at Campland on the Bay on September 22-25. Live music Thursday & Friday nights, and all day Saturday, from 10 AM to 10 PM.

The Commandant’s Reflections on the Passing of Terry Geiling
Members of Fisher House So Cal (FHSC) were specially invited by General David H. Berger and his wife, Donna, to join them for the Friday Evening Parade festivities at the 8th Marine Corps barracks in Washington, DC on July 15, 2022. In photo, General Berger and Donna (far right)