Posts by Ed Bejarana

A quiet call for help turned into something much bigger. Within 24 hours, a Vietnam-era veteran battling cancer found himself surrounded by people willing to show up, work hard, and remind him he wasn’t alone. What started as a simple request became a powerful example of how relationships—built over coffee and conversation—can answer the call when it matters most.

You already know the power of showing up. At The Veterans Club, Chapter Facilitators are the steady hands that keep our weekly coffee meetings welcoming, respectful, hopeful, and focused on forward motion.
You don’t need to be a therapist or motivational speaker. Your role is simple yet powerful: welcome new faces, guide introductions, keep conversation balanced, and protect the positive culture we’ve built — no politics, no debates, just real camaraderie.
We give you the official Facilitator’s Guide, hands-on training, shadowing, and full national support. This is leadership that feels familiar. Service that doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.
The room is waiting. The mission continues.

The Veterans Club is proud to launch our newest Post Falls Chapter! Starting April 23, 2026, veterans and first responders can now join The Patriot Pour every Thursday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at American Legion Post 143 in Post Falls. With this addition, we now offer five convenient weekly meeting times across North Idaho — making it easier than ever to connect, share stories, and rebuild community. Come as you are. Coffee is on us.

Every now and then, someone walks into a Veterans Club gathering carrying more than most can see. Their words may be sharp, their presence uncomfortable—but behind it is a story we haven’t heard yet. This is a reminder of who we are called to be: a place where veterans and first responders are met with patience, understanding, and the kind of connection that can change a life.

Thinking about starting a veterans or first responder group in your community? You don’t have to go it alone. The Veterans Club gives you a proven foundation, practical tools, ongoing support, and a network that’s already working—so you can focus on what matters most: building real relationships that make a difference.

Freedom has never been self-sustaining. Every generation has a role in protecting it—not just in uniform, but as citizens. Veterans and first responders understand the importance of standing watch. Sometimes that watch looks like voting, paying attention to local issues, or attending a community forum. The responsibility to care for our republic doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.

Sometimes the most powerful leadership happens at a small table. When two veterans or first responders sit down for lunch, share a few laughs, and talk about life, something meaningful happens. Those simple moments of connection remind us we’re not alone—and they quietly show the world what brotherhood and service still look like.

The Veterans Club is expanding with new activities including golf outings, retro video game nights, family board games, a Lake Coeur d’Alene cruise, Silverwood fun day, movie nights, concerts, parades, and more food events. Every gathering creates space for connection, shared stories, and lasting friendships. Together, we can take a bite out of suicide.

Every year, the Inland Northwest Honor Flight creates once-in-a-lifetime experiences for veterans by flying them to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor. These trips are powerful, emotional, and often life-changing—for the veterans and for those who accompany them. One of the key ways this mission is funded is through the Inland…

Strong communities are built by people who quietly step forward and say, “I can help.” This month, we want to extend a sincere thank you to Rex Grace Insurance and owner Rex Grace for pledging $50 per month to support The Veterans Club’s General Fund. Ongoing monthly support plays a vital role in sustaining our…