OAKLAND CA CHAPTER 7 510.893.1666 KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA'S VETERANS
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Meet Our Team Leaders
BRAD BRINSON
TREASURER
GORIA WILSON
CHAPLAIN
STEVE OGBUEHI
ADJUTANT
ROBERT COLE
CHAPTER COMMANDER
DIANE WILLIAMSON
SR. VICE COMMANDER
OLEY JONES
JR. VICE COMMANDER
An uplifting, powerful message from our Leadership
Lamarr Couser | National Membership Director DAV National Headquarters
It was truly a pleasure meeting you, and I want to sincerely thank you and everyone at Chapter 7 in Oakland for the dedication and hard work you continue to put in on behalf of our veterans. Your commitment to outreach, education, and growth, especially in a challenging area like Alameda County, does not go unnoticed and is deeply appreciated.
At DAV (Disabled American Veterans), our mission is to empower veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. We do this by ensuring veterans have access to the benefits they have earned, providing critical services at no cost, and advocating for veterans and their families at every level. Membership is the backbone of that mission, and your motto, “Each One Bring One,” truly captures the spirit of how we strengthen our organization and expand our impact.
Please know that I fully support the efforts of Chapter 7 and stand ready to assist in any way I can. If it would be helpful, I would welcome the opportunity to attend one of your chapter meetings virtually to offer encouragement, answer questions, or discuss membership strategies.
Feel free to contact me directly at any time. You can reach me by email at membershipassistant@dav.org, and I am always happy to support you and your team.
Thank you again for all that you do for our veterans and for DAV.
D.AV. MEMBERSHIP SHOUT OUT!
STRENGTHEN OUR RANKS
Are you a veteran who is interested in continuing the fight to ensure promises are kept to all veterans?
Our community is fighting to keep our promise to America’s veterans every day. But we’re only as strong as the members in our ranks. With you by our side, we will strengthen our ranks and continue to improve the lives of all veterans.
If you are interested in joining our ranks, simply complete this form. DAV will send you more information on how to become a member.
Are you willing to answer the call for your fellow veterans? Sign up for more information today.
New Veteran Support Hub in Alameda
DIANE WILLIAMSON
DIANE WILLIAMSON
DIANE WILLIAMSON
Joe Skoda
DIANE WILLIAMSON
DIANE WILLIAMSON
Robert Cole
Do you need the DAV to help you get a disability claim started? Let Diane Williamson, our Chapter Service Officer, assist you with the initial paperwork! She will be at the Alameda Veterans Memorial Bldg, 2203 Central Ave, Alameda from 10a to 1p on these 2026 dates:
· MARCH 13, 27
· APRIL 17
· MAY 1
· JUNE 19
· JULY 3,17
· AUGUST 14, 28
· SEPTEMBER 4,18
· OCTOBER 2, 16
· NOVEMBER- DATES TBD
ALAMEDA VETERANS MEMORIAL BLDG.
Veterans! Need assistance with your disability claims? Diane Williamson and our team at DAV Chapter 7 are ready to help you. Join us at the Alameda Veterans Memorial Bldg, located at 2203 Central Ave, Alameda, on these 2026 dates from 10a to 1p. For more information, contact Diane at 510.435.7266. If you're looking for a VA office in Oakland, CA, or a VSO in Oakland, we're here to support you!
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