NEXT MEETING

We will be meeting Tuesday, April 20th, 180 (6:00) at Lazy Dog restaurant in Allen. 1851 N Central Expy Allen, TX 750013. It has been a log time since we had one of our social meetings.  We would like to try to get back to having these about once per quarter. They are a great time for Marines, Corpsmen, and family and friends to get together and share in camaraderie, instead of just conducting business every meeting. Come out and join us and meet some of our members. This is a great chance to sit and talk with some of the members and see what the League is all about. 

Associate Members

We cherish the input and contributions of our Associate Members. This are members of the community who were not Marines or FMF Corpsmen, but who are interested in our mission and serving along side of us to make a difference in the community we serve. There are very few things that Associate Members can not do in the Marine Corps League. Associate Members can serve in certain officer roles, on committees, have a voice in what we are doing. If you are interest in joining the ranks of the Marine Corps League as an Associate Member just attend a meeting or email us for more information: Admin@CollinMCL.org 

The Marine Corps League, LCpl Jacob D Hayes Scholarships are here! We are proud to finally be announcing our three scholarships, each for $1500. Thank you to our Scholarship Committee for all the hard work you put in and to our generous donors who have made this possible.

The following is a brief description of each scholarship; what they are designated for and who is eligible. It took us a while to hammer out the details for each scholarship, so our time is limited to get them out to the public, schools, and promote them to deserving students. We need your help.

PFC Hanse Mason Hamilton Scholarship:

Hanse Mason Hamilton served during World War II and was injured during the Battle of Iwo Jima. After being discharged from the Marine Corps Hanse came home to Texas where he furthered his education at SMU and went on to work for the IRS. This scholarship is designated for high school seniors who are members of the Allen and McKinney High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps. The applicants do not need to have any family relationship connecting them to the Marine Corps or planning in anyway to be join the Marine Corps upon completion of school.  Our goal is to support the local JROTC programs and the caliber of cadets they produce, by providing those cadets with a scholarship which we hope will enable them to continue their education and become future leaders. Please click the link below for more information.

LCpl Jacob D. Hayes Scholarship:

Jacob Hayes returned home after being medically discharged from the Marine Corps, he planned to continue to serve through becoming a fire fighter. Jacob had already trained as an EMT before being deployed to Iraq, and registered to attend the Collin College Fire academy. His parents received is letter of acceptance the day after his passing. Jacob's family had started a scholarship in his name to assist those wishing to attend the Collin College Fire Academy. The Marine Corps League asked to take over and continue a scholarship in Jacob's name with service in mind. This scholarship is designated for any Marines, FMF Corpsmen, FMF Chaplains and their families to be able to attend the programs at Collin College with service as a first responder in mind - Fire Academy, Police Academy, or Department of Medical Services (EMT and Paramedic courses)

Sgt Johnny Robertson Scholarship

​Johnny Robertson was a Vietnam era Marine who served as Supervisor of Computer Operation on Okinawa, Japan. After being Honorably discharged from the Marine Corps, Johnny returned to Texas, earned his degree and went to work for TXU.  Johnny also served the community as a Reserve Collin County Deputy Sheriff. The scholarship in Sgt Robertson's name is designated to any Marines. FMF Corpsmen, FMF Chaplain, their families (see addition info on eligibility). This scholarship is also open to our Associate Members and their families (see additional information on eligibility).  This Scholarship may be used to attend any accredited university, community college, or vocational school.

For More Information:

​For more information on each of these scholarships including eligibility, the application process, and application documents, you can find them on our website CollinMCL.org under the Community Info tab or by following the direct link here: Scholarship Fund | collin-county (collinmcl.org)

2021 STATE CONVENTION

State is moving forward with the Texas Department Convention 2021.  It will be held be held in Waco, Texas on Thursday 24th-Saturday 26 June, 2021. Delegates fees have been waived and there will not be a Saturday Night Banquet.  Please let us know if you will be attending, before June 1st so we can submit a delegate form for our detachment. Let us know at: Admin@collinmcl.org. For more information please visit the Department of Texas website:  https://txmcl.org/convention.html

OUR NEXT MAJOR EVENT

Saturday, April 24, 2021 / 9am-3pm at Black Gold Harley-Davidson.

1007 State Highway 121, Allen, TX 75013

Cars/trucks will be judged at 11:00am and awards presentation at 12:00.  

Bikes will be judged at 1:00pm and awards presentation at 2:00pm.  

The 2nd Annual - Devil Dogs, Hot Rods, and Hogs: Car & Bike Show proceeds support local veterans through the Marine Corps League of Collin County.  There will also be local veteran owned business and other organizations present.  

Come out to participate, spectate, and support veterans.  Food, 

drinks, The Texas Bluesmen band and Tru Sound Dee Jays for music, plus raffles, prizes, venders and more!

Veteran Owned Businesses and Veteran Nonprofit Organizations 

Are you interested in participating in the event?  Would you like the opportunity to promote your product, reach more veterans, share your mission with the 

community, and maybe raise some funds?  Contact us at:  

Admin@CollinMCL.org

Vendors/Sponsors

Are you interested in supporting veterans through being 

involved with the event as a vendor or sponsor?  Please contact us at:  

Admin@CollinMCL.org or visit or webpage: CollinMCL.org

MARINE CORPS LEAGUE RAFFLE

FUNDRAISER

You better get them while you still can.

Time and tickets are running out. 

$10 per ticket

Buy 3 get 1 free,

Buy 5 get 2 free

Buy 10 get 5 free

-A Loaded American Flag Weapon's Concealment case with:

-Ruger Precision Rifle 6.5 CRD 24” with Vortex Optics Viper

HS 4-16-44 scope w/ Dead-Hold BDC reticle and Harris Ultralight

hinged base 6-9” bipod,



-Citadel Boss-25 12 Gauge Semi Auto Shotgun with SightMark Ultra Shot R-Spec Reflex Sight, and

-Glock 30 Gen 4 .45

Members, if you would like to get tickets to sell to family, friends, coworkers, etc. you can pick some up at the next meeting.

UP COMING EVENTS

The Marine Corps League will either be hosting or a part of many events this year. Come out meet some of our members, learn more about the Marine Corps League and support local veterans.   

Members, please let our Junior Past Commandant, Nathan Hanson, know if you can volunteer at any of the events below through May. It's not all work, we have fun out there too. Phone: 940-390-7992 (text is best) or email: GySgtHanson.MCL@gmail.com

MAY 7th, 2021 4:00pm - 7:00PM

HERITAGE RANCH GIFT MARKET

Sponsored by the Allen/Fairview Chamber of Commerce 

Come out to see what the Marine Corps League and other vendors have to offer. 

NOVEMBER 13th, 2021 6:00pm - 12:00AM

245th MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY BALL

It's might seem like it is a long way off, but start planning now! After Marine Corps Birthday Balls being canceled last year, Marines and all our guests are going to be ready to celebrate this year. 

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This is only a few of the events we plan to be hosting or attending this year.  Subscribe to the newsletter, follow us Facebook, Twitter, check out our website and attend meetings to find out more

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Any donation is much appreciated and helps support local Marines, FMF Corpsmen, the families and the other veteran initiatives that we support.