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Welcome to Purple Heart Chapter 711
The Military Order of the Purple Heart’s Stanley J. Spierer Chapter 711 has served the Greater Las Vegas area since 2003. Our members are Purple Heart recipients who come together to honor the sacrifices of combat-wounded veterans, support fellow veterans and their families, and serve our community.
Whether you are a Purple Heart recipient interested in joining, a veteran seeking information, or a community member who wants to support our work, we welcome you. Explore our website to learn about chapter activities, upcoming events, membership, and veterans’ resources.
Join us at a chapter meeting
Next meeting: November 7 at 9:00 a.m. at our tent at the North Las Vegas Veterans Community Resources Center, 3090 East Centennial Parkway, North Las Vegas, where a barbecue is being held.
Our regular meetings are generally held on the first Saturday of each month at IHOP, 9651 Trailwood Drive, Las Vegas, with breakfast at 9:00 a.m. and the meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Questions? Email Commander Vincent Palmieri Jr. at vince@purpleheart711.org.
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Events & Community Announcements
Find chapter activities, event flyers, community notices, and highlights from events we have attended.
Past events
Read about the first Las Vegas Purple Heart Day ceremony at City Hall, then explore our Veterans Treatment Court graduations and chapter photographs.
City Hall ceremony and past events →Community announcements
News and notices of interest to local veterans and their families will be posted here.
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Community fundraiser
The Honor Pint
Throughout November 2026 · Southern Nevada
Participating breweries, bars, and restaurants are supporting Honor Flight Southern Nevada. Dates and featured drinks vary by location.
City of Las Vegas ceremony
Nevada State Veterans Memorial Unveiling
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · Seating 4:30 p.m. · Program 4:45 p.m.
Thunderbird Family Sports Complex, 6105 N. Durango Drive, Las Vegas. Mayor Shelley Berkley and Councilwoman Francis Allen-Palenske invite the community.
Community charity event
Los Prados Veterans Victory Golf Challenge
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 8:00 a.m. shotgun start
Hosted by the Veterans Service Club at Los Prados at Los Prados Golf Course, 5150 Los Prados Circle. Registration opens at 6:00 a.m.
Upcoming event
Christmas Party
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 2:00–4:30 p.m.
Military Order of the Purple Heart, Stanley J. Spierer Chapter 711, co-hosted with Asian Pacific Community Awareness (APCA). Members, families, and friends are invited for an opportunity drawing, food, refreshments, and music.
Location: Veterans Memorial Community Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89144.
Please RSVP by December 2, 2026. The flyer includes Zelle information and a QR code for registration.
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Recent event · October 24, 2026
Trunk or Treat with Nevada National Guard families
Military Order of the Purple Heart, Stanley J. Spierer Chapter 711, and Asian Pacific Community Awareness teamed up for the Nevada National Guard Child and Youth Program’s Trunk or Treat at the Readiness Center. Thanks to everyone who contributed: together, you helped us raise $225, exceeding our $200 goal for the children.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
The values that guide us
Patriotism
We honor the Constitution and laws of the United States and believe patriotism is expressed through service. We work to make our communities and our nation stronger, and we stand ready to support our country and one another in times of need.
Fraternity
Our chapter brings Purple Heart recipients together through friendship, mutual support, and a shared commitment to service. Members are encouraged to attend meetings, share their ideas, and help guide the chapter. We also work with other veterans’ groups and community organizations to serve worthy causes.
History
We honor General George Washington, who established the Badge of Military Merit at Newburgh, New York, on August 7, 1782. That badge became the predecessor of today’s Purple Heart.
Education
Grounded in loyalty to our country and reverence for God, we help young people and new citizens understand the heritage of American citizenship. We encourage appreciation for both the rights it provides and the responsibilities it asks of us.
Chapter leadership
Your Command Team
Commander
Vincent Palmieri Jr.
Commander and Adjutant, Stanley J. Spierer Chapter 711
National Director of Suicide Awareness, Military Order of the Purple Heart USA
Past Region VI Commander (2025–2026)
Senior Vice Commander
Richard Moyer
Junior Vice Commander
Vernon “Mac” Rowell
Also serving as Sergeant at Arms
Why we serve
Our Mission
The mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to build goodwill and camaraderie among combat-wounded veterans, promote patriotism, support legislation that serves veterans, and provide service to all veterans and their families.