The Jacqueline Smith Foundation’s Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor

The Jacqueline Smith Foundation’s Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor Our mission is to empower our military men and women by equipping them with resources needed to maintain and sustain in our community.

No veteran that fought for our country should be without resources.

🎉🎖️ ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY! 🎖️🎉We’re counting down to the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans and WE ARE S...
06/23/2025

🎉🎖️ ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY! 🎖️🎉
We’re counting down to the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans and WE ARE SUPER EXCITED! 🇺🇸🔥

This year, we’re taking it DOWNTOWN to celebrate and honor our incredible veterans in a BIG way — and you’re invited to join the fun! 💥💃🏽

🚗 Prize for BEST Decorated Vehicle
👟 Award for Group with the Most Parade Participants
🏆 Beyond the Uniform Award Ceremony
🎁 Raffles, Giveaways, and More
👕 FREE Grunt Style T-Shirts!
🎶 Music, Energy, and Pure Vibes!

📍 Meet us June 28 at 10:00 AM at 100 W. Houston St.
📣 Bring your chairs, flags, and loudest cheers — let’s show our veterans how much we LOVE and APPRECIATE them! ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone that is assisting to make this a successful event! We have 100+ vehicles that are coming out to show their love, support, and gratitude for our nation heroes!

Thank you Lone Star National Bank, Bexar County Clerk, Hon. Lucy Adame-Clark Bexar County Constable's Office Precinct 2 Constable Leticia Rodriguez Vazquez Cavender Cares Cavender Auto Group USAA South Texas Ford Trucks Mafia VFW Post 76 SATX Prospera Housing Community Services United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County Wayland Baptist University San Antonio Veterans Home Security AVANCE-San Antonio, Inc. HumanaSigns and Printing SA Renewal by Andersen Kingdom international Realty Funky VA Math Guy Fred Brock-American Legion Post No. 828 Grunt Style Foundation Mojo Off Road Jeep Club, and 210 LEVEL UP RIDAZ for your continued support, and for coming together to make this event a huge success!

This is a FREE family-friendly event open to everyone! Let’s pack the streets and make this the biggest celebration yet. 🎇🇺🇸

06/12/2025

🎤✨ Meet the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans Parade Emcee & Post Parade Celebration Host – Janae Sergio! 🇺🇸💜

From the streets to the stars 🌟 — Janae Sergio’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. A former homeless teen turned Navy Combat , Janae has dedicated over 25 years to military and federal service. Following her deployment aboard the USS John C. Stennis post-9/11, she went on to manage a $500M operation across 88 Air Force Lodging facilities.

Today, she serves as the Director of Development at Grunt Style Foundation, where she leads the charge in veteran su***de prevention and promotes healing through alternative modalities. 💪🏽🧠💫

Janae is also a #1 Best-Selling Author, a powerful advocate for veterans, and a social media force with over 700,000 followers. Through storytelling, policy work, and unshakable passion, she is transforming trauma into purpose — and she’s not stopping until we build healing-centered communities for all who served. 🙌🏽

We’re honored to welcome this dynamic powerhouse as our MC for the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans AND the Operation Lip-Sync Post Parade Celebration 🎶🎉

📅 June 28, 2025
📍 San Antonio, Texas
🕙 Parade kicks off at 10 AM | Lip-Sync Celebration to follow at 1PM at VFW Post 76 SATX

Join us as we ride with pride, celebrate with heart, and lift every voice for those who served! 🇺🇸✨

06/12/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring a True Hero: Dina Boley 🇺🇸

The Jacqueline Smith Foundation is proud to announce that Dina Boley will be recognized as one of our Beyond the Uniform Award recipients at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans.

Dina Boley is the Director of Public Affairs at Cavender Auto Group Corporate Office. She joins the Cavender team after serving 12 years on Active Duty and 4 years as a civilian within the . Her unwavering commitment didn’t stop when she took off the uniform—she has continued to serve, uplift, and support both our community and fellow veterans in meaningful and lasting ways.

It is our deep honor to celebrate her extraordinary legacy—in and beyond the uniform.

Thank you, Ms. Boley, for your strength, sacrifice, and the love you pour into those around you. You are a true example of what it means to live a life of service. ❤️

Join us as we pay tribute to this incredible woman and so many others on June 28, 2025 at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans post parade celebration at 1 PM at the amazing VFW Post 76 SATX. 🇺🇸

If you would like to participate in the parade, we would love to have you join us. You may register to participate in the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans at the link below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261693853279?aff=oddtdtcreator.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone as we celebrate and honor our veterans!!

For more information on the parade, or to become a participant / sponsor / vendor visit our website at thejsmithfoundation.org

06/12/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring South Texas Ford Truck Mafia 🇺🇸

The Jacqueline Smith Foundation is thrilled to recognize South Texas Ford Trucks Mafia as a Beyond the Uniform Award recipient at our 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans. From day one, this incredible group has stood beside us—year after year—showing unwavering support for our mission and the veterans we serve. Their dedication, presence, and passion for honoring those who have served never goes unnoticed.

We are elated to present this award to a group that consistently goes above and beyond. South Texas Ford Truck Mafia represents strength, unity, and pride in the veteran community. Thank you for riding with us, standing with us, and always lifting up our heroes in ways that are loud, bold, and deeply meaningful. 💪🇺🇸

Join us as we pay tribute to STFTM and so many others on June 28, 2025 at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans post parade celebration at 1 PM at the amazing VFW Post 76 SATX. 🇺🇸

If you would like to participate in the parade, we would love to have you join us. You may register to participate in the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of honor at the link below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261693853279?aff=oddtdtcreator.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone as we celebrate and honor our veterans!!

For more information on the parade, or to become a participant / sponsor / vendor visit our website at thejsmithfoundation.org

06/12/2025

🚓🇺🇸 Honoring Constable Brown Precinct 4 & Team 🇺🇸🚓

The Jacqueline Smith Foundation is proud to recognize Precinct 4 Bexar County Constable, Kathryn Brown Office as a Beyond the Uniform Award recipient at our 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for . Since 2020, they have faithfully provided escorts and unwavering support from our very first parade, ensuring safety, dignity, and honor for every participant. Their presence has become a powerful part of this event’s success and meaning.

We are beyond grateful for the steadfast partnership and commitment of this amazing precinct. Your professionalism, heart, and dedication to our veterans and community reflect the highest standards of service. Thank you for standing with us, protecting our mission, and helping us honor those who served.

Join us as we pay tribute to Precinct 4 and so many others on June 28, 2025 at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans post parade celebration at 1 PM at the amazing VFW Post 76 SATX. 🇺🇸

If you would like to participate in the parade, we would love to have you join us. You may register to participate in the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of honor at the link below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261693853279?aff=oddtdtcreator

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone as we celebrate and honor our veterans!!

For more information on the parade, or to become a participant / sponsor / vendor visit our website at thejsmithfoundation.org

06/12/2025

🚓🇺🇸 Honoring Constable Leticia Vasquez & Precinct 2 🇺🇸🚓

The Jacqueline Smith Foundation is honored to recognize Bexar County Constable's Office Precinct 2
as a Beyond the Uniform Award recipient at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for . Their unwavering support, resilience, and determination to honor our veterans—no matter the obstacles—has been nothing short of inspiring. From the front lines of coordination to the heart behind the scenes, their commitment shines through every step of the way.

Constable Vasquez’s leadership is nothing short of remarkable. Her dedication to uplifting and celebrating our military heroes reminds us what true public service looks like. We are deeply grateful for the passion, strength, and unity you bring to this event and to our community. Thank you for standing strong for our veterans—always.

Join us as we pay tribute to Precinct 2 and so many others on June 28, 2025 at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans post parade celebration at 1 PM at the amazing VFW Post 76 SATX. 🇺🇸

If you would like to participate in the parade, we would love to have you join us. You may register to participate in the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of honor at the link below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261693853279?aff=oddtdtcreator.

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone as we celebrate and honor our veterans!!

For more information on the parade, or to become a participant / sponsor / vendor visit our website at thejsmithfoundation.org

06/12/2025

🇺🇸 United By Service, Driven by Purpose — Please help us celebrate and honor our 2025 Beyond The Uniform Award Recipients!

Chuck Bunch-USAA
Dina Boley- Cavender Auto Group
Bexar County Clerk, Hon. Lucy Adame-Clark(Lucy Adame-Clark)
Precinct 4 Bexar County Constable, Kathryn Brown
Constable Leticia Rodriguez Vazquez
South Texas Ford Trucks Mafia
Mojo Off Road Jeep Club

🇺🇸 These exceptional men and women have gone above and beyond, showing what it truly means to serve—not only in uniform but in every aspect of their lives. Their dedication to our country and their unwavering commitment to uplifting our communities inspire us all. We thank you deeply for your service, your courage, and your leadership both on and off duty. Your example lights the way for us all.

Join us as we honor these incredible individuals at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans and Post-Parade Celebration! We’ll kick off the parade at 100 West Houston St., in front of the City Tower, on June 28 at 10 AM.

Let’s come together as a community to celebrate, uplift, and recognize the heroes among us who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving. This is a powerful moment to stand united in gratitude, pride, and patriotism. 🙌🏾❤️🇺🇸

06/12/2025

We are honored to introduce Burrell Parmer, Commander of Fred Brock-American Legion Post No. 828, as the Grand Marshal for the Jacqueline Smith Foundation’s 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for Veterans! 🇺🇸 A true leader and patriot, Commander Parmer embodies the strength, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment that defines our nation’s heroes. His dedication to serving and uplifting the San Antonio community makes him the perfect choice to lead this year’s parade as we come together to celebrate, honor, and uplift those who have bravely served our country. Join us in saluting a remarkable veteran and community champion — let freedom ring! 🎖️✨

06/12/2025

We are honored to introduce Osvaldo Ariaza, First Vice President and Mortgage Servicing Manager at Lone Star National Bank, as our Honorary Grand Marshal for the Jacqueline Smith Foundation’s Fifth Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor for ! 🇺🇸 A man of deep faith, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment to service, Osvaldo embodies the very heart of this celebration. His dedication to empowering families, uplifting communities, and honoring those who’ve served makes him a true beacon of hope and inspiration. We are blessed to have him lead this momentous occasion — where faith, patriotism, and purpose unite. 🙌🏽✨

🇺🇸 United By Service, Driven by Purpose — Please help us celebrate and honor our 2025 Beyond The Uniform Award Recipient...
06/10/2025

🇺🇸 United By Service, Driven by Purpose — Please help us celebrate and honor our 2025 Beyond The Uniform Award Recipients!

Chuck Bunch-USAA
Dina Boley- Cavender Auto Group
Bexar County Clerk, Hon. Lucy Adame-Clark(Lucy Adame-Clark)
Precinct 4 Bexar County Constable, Kathryn Brown
Constable Leticia Rodriguez Vazquez
South Texas Ford Trucks Mafia
Mojo Off Road Jeep Club

🇺🇸 These exceptional men and women have gone above and beyond, showing what it truly means to serve—not only in uniform but in every aspect of their lives. Their dedication to our country and their unwavering commitment to uplifting our communities inspire us all. We thank you deeply for your service, your courage, and your leadership both on and off duty. Your example lights the way for us all.

Join us as we honor these incredible individuals at the 5th Annual Charlie Watkins Parade of Honor For Veterans and Post-Parade Celebration! We’ll kick off the parade at 100 West Houston St., in front of the City Tower, on June 28 at 10 AM.

Let’s come together as a community to celebrate, uplift, and recognize the heroes among us who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving. This is a powerful moment to stand united in gratitude, pride, and patriotism. 🙌🏾❤️🇺🇸

05/22/2025

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