Honoring Those Who Served

Veterans Appreciation Luncheon | November 11, 2026

A simple thank you for extraordinary service.

This Veterans Day, United Way of the Lakeshore and AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP are setting the table for a special afternoon of gratitude.

We invite veterans from across our community to join us for a complimentary appreciation luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, at 12:30 PM.

Following the Veterans Memorial Causeway ceremony, we hope you'll join us for a delicious meal, meaningful fellowship, and a chance to connect with others who have served.

There won't be a formal program or lengthy speeches. Just a heartfelt thank you from our team and time to enjoy good food and great company.

All Veterans Are Welcome

You do not need to be an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP member to attend! We have reserved space for both RSVP members and veterans from the community.

When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Where: United Way of the Lakeshore, 31 E. Clay Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442
Cost: Free for registered veterans
Space: Limited to 70 veterans

Help Us Honor Those Who Served

Become a Veterans Appreciation Luncheon Sponsor

This Veterans Day, AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP and United Way of the Lakeshore are bringing together local veterans for a complimentary luncheon filled with gratitude, fellowship, and appreciation.

We invite our community to help us say THANK YOU!

Your generosity helps provide a warm meal, a welcoming atmosphere, and thoughtful gifts for those who have served our country. Whether through financial sponsorships or in-kind contributions, there are meaningful ways to get involved.

Become an Event Sponsor

Show your appreciation for local veterans while demonstrating your organization's commitment to our community! Sponsorship opportunities include recognition through event materials, signage, and community communications.

A special thank you to ADAC Automotive, our Presenting Sponsor, for helping make this celebration possible!

Additional Ways to Show Your Appreciation

Sponsor a Veteran's Meal

Help us set the table for those who served! Your contribution helps provide a complimentary meal and an afternoon of fellowship for a local veteran. Sponsor one meal or several. Gifts of any amount are welcome!

Veterans Appreciation Bags

A little something extra to say THANK YOU! Help us send veterans home with a thoughtful token of appreciation. We're welcoming donations of gift cards, snacks, small gifts, branded merchandise, and other items to include in appreciation bags.

Contributions of any quantity are appreciated! In-kind donations are requested by November 5, 2026.

Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsor:

We're grateful to ADAC for making this Veterans Appreciation Luncheon possible. Their generous support allows us to welcome local veterans for a complimentary meal and an afternoon dedicated to recognizing their service.

Thank you, ADAC, for helping us honor those who have served our country.