January 2010

The City of Newport Beach “adopted” the First Battalion, First Marines (1/1) in December, 2003. This relationship has been manifested in a number of events and activities since that time.

Donations to the Fund are used primarily to assist family members of the Battalion, especially the families of younger enlisted men, with unexpected expenses while their Marines are away on deployment. We are able to provide support for a variety of things, from broken appliances to travel expenses to picnics and parties for the children. We have also provided appropriate condolences and memorials, on behalf of the City, for those lost.