Central PA Chapter, AGSM

05/04/2026

On Sunday, May 3rd the mothers of the Central PA Chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers held a “Hanging of The Stars” ceremony in the Memorial Garden at U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, Carlisle, PA. Each star holds the name of a Fallen son or daughter from the chapter. Members from the Marine Corps League Lewis B. Puller Jr., Detachment 524 helped with the hanging of the stars.

04/25/2026

04/07/2026

02/18/2026

Announcing our 3rd Annual Designer Purse BINGO
TICKETS are now available for purchase. $30.00 per person
Friday, March 20th at Penn Manor High School 100 E Cottage Ave, Millersville PA
Doors open at 5p. Bingo starts at 6p
COACH, Michael Kohrs, Dooney & Burke, Kate Spade
Contact Joan at 717-804-3551

01/30/2026

Dr Suzanne Sheaffer, a member of the Central PA Chapter, American Gold Star Mothers was recently a recipient of The Spirit of Hope Award. She was one of seven recipients for 2025. She was nominated by the Coast Guard for her work in establishing a Gold Star Family program for the Coast Guard from 2014-2024.

The Spirit of Hope Award is a United States military award presented by the Department of Defense. The award is presented annually to recipients nominated and selected by the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and the Coast Guard. The award was created based on the contributions of Entertainer Bob Hope and awarded to individuals or organizations whose work benefits the quality of life of service members and their families.

01/29/2026

Members of the Friendship Senior Center - Knitters & Crocheters show off their talents by making items for their local veterans as part of their Veterans Service Project

01/23/2026

01/12/2026

Did you know that Gold Star Mother Elise C. Nielson polled the National Executive Board of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. in early 1954 for their approval, in order for her to look at available properties in Washington, D.C. to purchase a Headquarters for AGSM? She found the townhouse on Leroy Place, which was owned by the Episcopal Church. The asking price was $26,500. The Gold Star Mothers negotiated the price down to $25,000. Mrs. Nielson offered to loan the organization the $7,500 down payment and to sign the bank note for the balance. AGSM had been renting a small apartment for the National Office, which cost $150/month and the monthly payment on the new property would be $157/month. On March 20, 1954 the offer was accepted. Two-thirds of the National Board had approved the offer. The entire mortgage was paid off by December 1960. There was a "Burning of the Mortgage" at the 1960 Convention.

03/21/2025

Please see below for financial assistance program available to all Gold Star Parents

AMERICAN GOLD STAR MANOR HOUSING ASSISTANCE GRANT


LONG BEACH, CA – The American Gold Star Manor is pleased to announce the continuation of the American Gold Star Manor Housing Assistance Grant. This grant provides funds for temporary housing support for our Nation’s Gold Star Parents who are low-income and experiencing some type of personal hardship.
“We see this as a natural expansion of our mission and are eager to extend our services to those living outside the Long Beach area.” Says, Glen Patrick, American Gold Star Manor President & CEO. “We’ve seen the positive impact of providing well-appointed low-income housing to our Gold Star community and offering a grant to support housing security feels like a natural next step.”

Grants will be awarded on a monthly basis until 12/31/2025 or until all funding has been utilized. Grants will cover up to three months of rent or mortgage assistance, not to exceed $5,000. Those interested in applying can visit the American Gold Star Manor Housing Assistance Grant page on the Manor website at https://goldstarmanor.org/grant/ to learn more.

About American Gold Star Manor
The American Gold Star Manor is incorporated as a charitable, non-profit corporation for the purpose of providing a National Home for Gold Star Seniors. The American Gold Star Manor is a complex built with the assistance of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Situated in a quiet section of Long Beach, the Manor includes 348 recently updated, and thoughtfully appointed apartments. Residential buildings are located in a secure, 23-acre, park-like setting. To see more about American Gold Star Manor, check out our Facebook and Instagram .

For more information, contact:
Glen Patrick
American Gold Star Manor
(562)426-7651
[email protected]