Del Webb Lakewood Ranch Association of Veterans and Military Supporters

Del Webb Lakewood Ranch Association of Veterans and Military Supporters welcomes you to our website.

As our Del Webb community started to develop in 2017, a small group of residents had the idea to form a group to support our military, their families, and our community.

Although we're still growing and developing, we already have some meaningful, successful events that have touched many lives. We will continue to grow with our community's support.

Our dedicated group of men and women finds ways to support our active soldiers, their families, and military retirees in need, while ensuring that our community never forgets what our troops do for us.

Please help us to make this resource a tool for all our active members, potential new members, and our Del Webb community by giving us feedback on what you like and what could be improved.

Rich Greenberg, President

AVMS 2024 Year in Review

Despite Challenges, AVMS Enjoyed Another Successful Year

In 2024, we...

  • Continued our Corporate Sponsorship program
  • Maintained Our Giving Level: Even without major fundraiser (Lip Sync Battle)
  • Started a New JROTC scholarship program
  • Continued Legacy Successes
  • Navigated Changes in Charity Partners

Year-To-Year Donation Growth

AVMS 2024 donations year over year

2024 Charity Distribution

Where did the money go?

2024 AVMS where did the fundraiser money go

TOTAL $55,000

Main Fundraiser Performance

2024 AVMS main fundraisers performance

Thank You AVMS Members!

AVMS Alerts and Events

Operation Thanksgiving
Our 2025 Operation Thanksgiving program was another huge success.

Our great Del Webb residents contributed a total of $23,000. That amounts to 425 $50 Publix gift cards for veterans families to use. Publix also contributed some gift cards to round up the total.

AVMS also donated $1,600 in cash to Operation Warm Hearts - spearheaded by MacDill Air Force Base first sergeants - which offers cash grants, gift cards and food vouchers to Airmen, Sailors, Soldiers and Marines, Air Force civilians and contractors.

Pay Membership Dues and Make Donations
Click to Pay Your 2026 Annual Dues or Make a Tax-Deductible Donation »»

Support Our Sponsors
Our work depends upon the generosity of our wonderful members and the businesses you see on Our Sponsor’s page. We encourage all of our friends and members to support our Sponsors.

Want to join our list valued list of sponsors? Here's our: Sponsorship Agreement Form »»

Manatee County Concert Band
AVMS member Rob Gamble is a musician performing in the Manatee County Concert Band. If you recall, they asked us to provide a Color Guard for them last year at their Veterans Day celebration. Click here to see their performance schedule. Please support them. You won't be disappointed.

AVMS Meeting Minutes: May 11, 2026
Here's our May 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes »»

Jerry Hufford: Wall of Heroes
We have new content featuring relatives of our Del Webb residents currently on active duty. Check it out »»

Wreaths Across America
Please take a moment to visit Wreaths Across America and consider making a donation to this worthy cause. ««Wreaths Across America »»

2026 Events

  • Check back for future AVMS events

AVMS Meeting Dates – All meetings are in AR3 at 6:30 PM

  • June 8
  • July 13
  • August - No meeting
  • September 14
  • October 12
  • November - No meeting
  • December 14

Events

We'll post more of our 2026 events in a few weeks. Keep coming back.

Ceremonies

  • Watch this space for our 2026 ceremonies list.

Off Site Events/Activities

Veterans Appreciation Breakfast at Windsor Reflections:
Now occurs Quarterly. Check our website calendar for details.

Be sure to visit our Calendar Page to see upcoming events.

Please donate clothing or household items to: Vietnam Veterans of Americas

Member of the Quarter Q2 2026: Mary Northrup

Mary Northrup, Member of the Quarter Del Webb AVMSMary Northrup: our newest AVMS Member of the Quarter.

The Association of Veterans and Military Support is proud to recognize Mary Northrup as our Member of the Quarter for her exceptional leadership and dedication as the leading member of the Membership Committee.

Mary plays a vital role in strengthening our organization through her tireless efforts to improve member engagement, increase membership renewals, and welcome new members into our AVMS community. Her warm personality, organizational skills, and commitment to supporting veterans and military families have helped our association continue to grow and thrive.

Through personal outreach, thoughtful communication, and a genuine passion for service, Mary has significantly boosted membership participation and helped expand awareness of our mission throughout the Del Webb Lakewood Ranch community.

Her dedication, positivity, and servant leadership truly embody the spirit of our organization. We are deeply grateful for all she does to support our members and advance our mission of honoring and supporting veterans, active military, and their families.

Please join us in congratulating and thanking Mary Northrup for her outstanding contributions and well-deserved recognition as AVMS Member of the Quarter.

Become a Member

It's easy! You can use the link below to pull up the instructions and application form or just go to the next meeting and talk to any A.V.M.S. member about joining our proud organization.

Memberships