The Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association has over 20,000 members nationally and living abroad who ride motorcycles. Local to Fayetteville, Fort Bragg and the Sandhills, the CVMA All American 15-1 Chapter has approximately 120 members.

The mission of the CVMA is to support those who have defended their country and their freedom. Members come from all branches of the Armed Forces, and many are still serving.
Officially formed in 2001 as a 501(c)19, nonprofit organization, the focus of the CVMA is to provide assistance and help individual veterans, veteran care facilities, as well as other veteran organizations and registered charities. Though the CVMA has their own geographical locations, the organization does not claim territory, and clearly states that this is an association not a motorcycle club. The All American Chapter 15-1 was formed in 2006.

There are three membership classifications: Full Members, Support Members and Auxiliary Members. Full Members have verified combat services, while Support Members have non-combat military service. Auxiliary Members are the spouse, widow or widower of a member.

The CVMA constantly supports and works with other local veteran associations and community outreach. These organizations include the Cumberland County Veteran’s Council, VFW Posts and American Legions. The organization routinely works with vendors and sponsors of events. The All American chapter proudly raises tens of thousands of dollars annually which all supports local veterans, their families and veteran charities.

In partnership with Habitat for Humanity, the CVMA has provided the funds and volunteer services to improve the homes and lives of veterans through critical home repairs. This includes building wheelchair ramps to make homes accessible. The All American chapter even serves veterans by helping them relocate and move.
James “Jim Dandy” Dennis serves as the Secretary of the 15-1 chapter. He says, “We have two big events annually, our Summer Bash and the Memorial Ride and Dedication in the spring. This upcoming year CVMA will be hosting the event at the Crown Complex with raffles, music, food and vendors.”

Other CVMA chapters will be attending and participating. The events are open to the public and support local veterans.
The All American Chapter 15-1 participated in the Veterans Day parade as part of the Heroes Homecoming events. The parade is hosted by the Cumberland County Veterans Council and the city of Fayetteville.

Eric “EO” Olson commented, “I got my first Harley in 2016 and have been riding with the Combat Veterans All American Chapter for the past 6 years. I enjoy being able to give back to my combat veteran brothers and sisters.”

Upcoming event information can be found on their Facebook page www.facebook.com/cvmanc15.1.

Information about the local All-American Chapter, sponsorship opportunities, and ways to make donations can be found on their website www.cvma15-1.net. For information about membership, email the chapter secretary at sec.nccvma.15.1@gmail.com.