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San Benito County LULAC Council 2890
Since 1994 Honoring our Veterans
Since 1994, LULAC, the oldest Hispanic civil rights organization in our country and county, has been honoring outstanding veterans with our Veteran of the Year Award. In collaboration with VFW Post 9242, LULAC proudly announces that nominations for the 2025 Veteran of the Year Award are now open.
- Honoring our Veterans for 31 Years
- In Collaboration with our VFW Post 9242
- Public Nominations are Welcomed
- Nominate Your Deserving Veteran Today!
The Process is easy
Tell Us About Your Nominee
1
Volunteerism or Philanthropy
How your nominee has demonstrated a commitment to service in our community. This could be through advocacy, community projects, an act of heroism, or other actions.
2
Excellence
Provide an example of how this veteran exudes a spirit of excellence. There should be a clear example of how this veteran stands out and does things well.
3
Dedication
Have a dedication to supporting their community, organization, or others in need in San Benito County.
why-your-nominee
What makes them stand out?
Go ahead and feel free to brag about your nominee, let us know why your nominee deserves to be honored.
Generosity
How is your nominee giving of themselves freely without expecting to be paid for their help.
Helping Others
How has your nominee helped others who cannot help themselves in our community?
Inspiring Others
How has your nominee mentored, supported or inspired others in our community?
Dedication
How is your nominee committed to a sense of purpose or passion in our community.
Community
How has your nominee given back to others providing a sense of self worth?
Giving Back
Some people give their time, others provide financial support, how has your nominee given back to our community?
San Benito County LULAC 2890
Honoring Veterans in San Benito County since 1969
Veterans are the backbone of our freedom, embodying values of bravery and resilience, and it is our honor to highlight their ongoing contributions to society.
Bernie Ramirez
2016 Veteran of the Year
★★★★★ 5/5
U. S. Army. 1969-70. Served as an infantryman with the 9th Infantry Division 3/5th CAV in Dong Ha by the DMZ in Vietnam.
George Nava
2015 Veteran of The Year
★★★★★ 5/5
U. S. Army 1966- 1968. Served with the infantry in Vietnam. Patrolled the Mekong Delta, one of the major areas of conflict.
Maria Spandri
2021 Veteran of the Year
★★★★★ 5/5
Served in the U.S. Air Force in Germany in support of Operation Desert Storm.
Ready to Help Our Veterans?
Please consider making donation to help us continue to honor our local veterans in San Benito County. No donation is too small or to large, help us continue our tradition of honoring our veterans.