Join the Mission: Explore our Veteran Community-Focused Initiatives

Welcome to the Initiatives section of the First Battalion Ninth Marines Association website. Here, you'll discover the many ways we are actively working to support, uplift, and honor our veterans and families through innovative programs and impactful projects.

Our Initiatives

  • Scholarships

    We're committed to empowering our veterans and families through education, providing them with the financial support they need to achieve their academic goals.

  • Woody and Gail Postle Bereavement Program

    The committee's primary goal is to ensure that families can express their wishes in their preferred manner and timeline, respecting the individual ways each family processes grief. Our services include arranging a memorial gift at funerals to honor the service and sacrifice of the deceased, acting as a buffer to manage information flow and prevent overwhelm, and providing essential resources for grief support.

  • Historical Preservation

    Delve into personal narratives that bring our history to life, weaving a tapestry of courage, camaraderie, and commitment.

  • Emeritus Program

    The First Battalion Ninth Marines Association Emeritus Program reflects our enduring commitment to celebrating the legacies of those who have profoundly influenced our Association. Through recognition, engagement, and collaboration, we aim to ensure the contributions of emeritus members continue to guide and inspire our mission for years to come.

  • Business Owners Support

    Specifically tailored for 1/9 veterans who have embarked on the entrepreneurial path. Our purpose is simple: to uplift and support one another as business owners, drawing strength from the community unity and mutual assistance.

  • Prayer Group

    Our prayer group is a foundational pillar of our community, offering spiritual support and fostering a strong bond among our members during times of joy, sorrow, and remembrance. It is a place where camaraderie and faith intersect, providing a comforting and uplifting space for all who seek it

  • The Proud Warrior

    your gateway to the vibrant heartbeat of the First Battalion Ninth Marines Association. The Proud Warrior is more than a quarterly magazine, it's our shared chronicle, an ongoing testament to the resilience, courage, and camaraderie that binds us together. From board updates to personal stories, history articles to upcoming events, each issue is a valuable repository of our collective journey.

  • The Walking Dead Podcast

    Discover the inspiring stories of valor and camaraderie in The Walking Dead Podcast, featuring veterans of the 1st Battalion, 9th Marines.