Brevard Veterans Coalition to Host Monthly Meeting Honoring Veterans and Raising Breast Cancer Awareness Set October 3
By Steve Wilson // September 30, 2026
Free Breakfast for Veterans, with information on resources available
The Brevard Veterans Coalition has announced its upcoming October Monthly Meeting, dedicating this month’s gathering to Raising Breast Cancer Awareness. This FREE breakfast for Veterans will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church, 2729 Lipscomb Street, Melbourne, Florida. For more information on the Brevard Veterans Coalition, CLICK HERE.
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The Brevard Veterans Coalition (BVC) has announced its upcoming October Monthly Meeting, dedicating this month’s gathering to Breast Cancer Awareness under the unifying theme, “Stronger Together.” This FREE breakfast for Veterans will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church, 2729 Lipscomb Street, Melbourne, Florida.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the BVC is asking all attendees to wear pink to show solidarity, hope, and support for those affected by the disease.
The meeting will focus on core pillars including awareness, education, support, early detection, and hope. Presentations and discussions may include:
- Their Voice of Hope and Breast Cancer Awareness
- Supporting Women Veterans
- Veterans Health Benefits and Property Tax Exemptions
- Information regarding Amendment 3
Join the Brevard Veterans Coalition as they fight together for veterans, families, and a healthier tomorrow. For more information on the Brevard Veterans Coalition, CLICK HERE.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Steve Wilson was born in DeRidder, Louisiana and grew up in both New Orleans and Macon, Georgia. He moved to Brevard County in 1984 and retired from local government as the Community Advocate/Assistant to the City Manager with the City of Rockledge in 2018.
Among the awards and accolades Steve has received over the years are 15 + year Rockledge Little League volunteer, Brevard Public School Jefferson Award Recipient, Rockledge High School Raider Booster Award 2001, 2006, City of Rockledge Employee of the Year 2006, Rockledge Kiwanian of the Year 2006-2007, City of Rockledge Quality Public Service Award 2008, 2012, 2017, Rockledge Kiwanis Citizen of the Year 2012-2013, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Sportscasting 2015, Rockledge High School Leadership and Service Award 2016, Central Florida Humanitarian Award 2017, Space Coast Inspiration Award – 2018, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Lifetime Achievement – 2020, Ecofest Achievement Award – 2022, Quality Floridian Award – 2022, presented by U.S. Congressman Bill Posey, Florida House District 32 Constituent of the Week 4/20/25.
Wilson is especially proud of his chairing two fundraisers in support of pediatric cancer research through the St. Baldrick’s Foundation in honor of Merritt Island resident Julie Spurlock that raised over $25,000.00.
He has been a partner, along with Orville Susong, for the past 27 years with the Friday Night Locker Room, a broadcasting team that covers and reports on a wide variety of local events that are of significance to the residents of the Space Coast and beyond. Their mission is to promote youth sports, support first responders and law enforcement personnel, and showcase community and charitable events that are produced by our nonprofit partners in central Florida.
The Friday Night Locker Room has awarded hundreds of sports achievement plaques to Brevard County student-athletes over the years. They have also awarded more than $18,000 in academic scholarships to Brevard County high school seniors.
