b'We encourage your membership in thisfantastic organization.To learn more and meet a few of our spouses,plan on attending a future MSA event! JIf you are interested in joining our worthwhileorganization or simply to find out more about us,please visit our website at www.msa-cp.org.Left to Right:Emily Petellat, Lisa Fridrikson, Megan Crumpler, Sarah Mannion, Marybeth Wiener, Diana Lieziert, Joey Conley, Grace Romo, Ameliana Romo, Heather Enriquez, Courtney Thompson, Sonia Torres.Photos courtesy Military Spouse Associationdirectly to military family members as well as grantsto non-profit organizations supporting military familyprograms.In August 2016, the OWC changed their name tothe Military Spouse Association (MSA) of Camp Pendleton to reflect a change in the times, thereby encouragingmembership for military spouses from all ranks.The MSA is extremely proud to now be an all-inclusive club accepting any Camp Pendleton-based military spouse.Left to right: Former President- Marybeth Wiener, Current President Grace Romo. Photos courtesy Military Spouse AssociationOf note, the MSA of Camp Pendleton is the only Marine Corps spouse group in the continental United States tomake this change, and we are stronger for that. Military Spouse AssociationThe MSA of Camp Pendleton continues to fostercamaraderie among its members while simultaneouslyof Camp Pendletonsupporting educational and community initiatives throughHISTORYvolunteerism and philanthropy with the intent to improve The Military Spouse Association of Camp Pendleton the greater Camp Pendleton military community. (MSACP) (formerly the Officers Spouses Club of Camp Through the commitment of our dedicated Pendleton) has been a philanthropic force within the Camp volunteers, we have raised and donated more than Pendleton community for more than 60 years.$190,000 over the past four years, developed relationshipsThe MSACP transitioned to an all-hands association in with local businesses and organizations, and helped 2016 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity.hundreds of deserving military families. Today, the MSACP is several hundred members strong and has many monthly events offered.MSACP members build relationships that support us during frequent deployments and similar hardships.We are making our military community stronger bynetworking, volunteering and giving back through ourWe have philanthropic programs of Military Dependent Scholarships also hosted fabulous and Community Enrichment Grants.social events whichhave included: welcome bunko, MILITARY SPOUSE ASSOCIATIONmock mess nights, OF CAMP PENDLETONP.O. BOX 5559OCEANSIDE, CA 92052chick flick campfires, www.msa-cp.orgbeach bash chilicook-off competitions,cookies & cocktails, andbake sales just to name a few.Thank You For Your Service Military Appreciation Resource Magazine 37'