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Young Marines brief commission on December trip, say fundraising needs about $2,500 per participant
Summary
Members of the Young Marines told the commission they plan a December 7 trip and estimated costs near $2,500 per marine; commissioners discussed QR-code donations and how funds are allocated.
The Military and Veterans Affairs Commission heard a presentation from Young Marines volunteers and reviewed printed program pamphlets. A presenter confirmed the travel date as "December 7," and commissioners asked whether the unit is running local fundraisers and how donations given via QR code would be handled.
Commission members pressed for details about participant counts and cost-per-person. The presenter indicated the program expects several attendees and that fundraising needs are roughly "$2,500 per marine," a figure commissioners described as substantial. Chair said the commission would discuss possible donations and capture the group's contact details for follow-up.
