Join The Fun For A Good Cause!
3rd annual crab feed fundraiser
Saturday January 20, 2024 ~ 5 PM to 9:30 PM
All proceeds go to benefit local disabled veterans and their families

TICKET INFORMATION
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DUNGENESS CRAB (served cold), pasta, salad, bread, drinks, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks. Beer & wine will be available.
~ LIMITED SEATING ~
Tickets Available Until Sold Out!
Children 5 years old and under eat for free.
TIER I – Now until December 20th.
EARLY BIRD ADULT $75 each – Available now through December 20, 2023.
EARLY BIRD TEEN (Ages 12 – 17) – $50 each – Available through December 20, 2023.
EARLY BIRD KID (Ages 6 -11) – $20 each – Available through December 20, 2023.
TIER II – December 21 to January 19th.
GENERAL ADULT $90 each– Available December 21 until January 19th.
Teen Kid (Ages 12 – 17) – $60 each – Available December 21 until January 19th.
Kids (Ages 6 to 11) – $30 each – Available December 21 until January 19th.
TIER III – DAY OF – WE CANNOT GUARANTEE TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE.
DAY OF ADULT $100 each– January 20th
Day of Teen Kids (Ages 12-17) – $70 each – January 20th
Day of Kids (Ages 6-11) – $40 each – January 20th
TO PURCHASE TICKETS, GO TO Eventbrite
TABLE RESERVATIONS – For eight (8) seats or more.
SPONSORSHIPS – There are several ways to support our event. Please get in touch with us for details.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for announcements about the event and more.
Ample Free Parking
No Refunds
Location of event: Veterans Memorial Building, 1351 Maple Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
SCHEDULE: 5 PM TO 9:30 PM
- 5:00 pm: Doors open. Enjoy drinks (soda/water/wine/beer), bread, and salad. Browse raffle and auction items, and buy some raffle tickets.
- 5:45 pm: Color Guard Ceremony, National Anthem.
- 6:00 pm: Crab & pasta are served. Short presentation & guest speakers.
- 7:30: Begin calling raffle and auction winners.
- 8:30 pm: Beer and wine no longer available
- 9:30 pm: Event ends
FAQS & HELPFUL TIPS
Who is DAV Chapter 48? Why is this a benefit?
DAV Chapter 48 has been serving disabled veterans and their families in Sonoma County since 1938. We also serve neighboring counties (Mendocino & Napa). Serving disabled veterans is DAV’s legacy and helps distinguish our mission from other veterans’ service organizations. DAV provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations, their families, and survivors in positive, life-changing ways. Our cost-free programs empower disabled veterans and their families to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity.
Proceeds from our Crab Feed Fundraiser will benefit local disabled veterans and their families provided through our cost-free programs, training volunteers, outreach, operating expenses, and so much more. Our services are made possible through the generosity of our donors and volunteers and the dedication of our members.
Are drinks included?
Drinks are included with all tickets. We respectfully request guests to donate at the bar for wine & beer.
What do I need to bring?
The crab will be cleaned and cracked, and we will provide butter, salt/pepper, & parmesan cheese. You are welcome to bring your own condiments and cracking tools. For warm butter, bring it in a sealable heat-protective food container, such as Klean Kanteen or Yeti, which keeps the butter warm for hours.
Do I need to bring money?
Please bring cash to tip the food servers. We appreciate their help, and we appreciate your kindness. Purchase raffle tickets and auction items using cash or credit cards.
What is not permitted?
- Candles are not allowed, but small sternos can be used for butter warmers.
- No outside alcohol is permitted
Are there ID requirements?
- Valid ID to pick up tickets at Will Call.
- Per state law, guests must be 21 or older to consume alcohol and must show valid government identification.
Can I bring crab & food home?
Food is available to eat while at the event. Sometimes there is food available to purchase and take home at the end of dinner. Please ask your server at the end of dinner if there is food to buy and take home.
Raffles & Auctions
You must be present to receive winning prizes. Raffle tickets can only be purchased with cash and credit cards.
What is DAV Chapter 48’s IRS Status?
DAV Sonoma County Chapter 48 is an all-volunteer 501(c)4 non-profit, tax-exempt sub-organization of DAV National. EIN: 94-6173131. Donations are not tax-deductible unless donating directly to DAV’s charitable trust fund. When donating directly to our parent organization, please request the donation go to your local DAV chapter. Donations are greatly appreciated and highly encouraged to support our cost-free programs. Only a dinner ticket purchase grants the ticket holder entrance to the event. Separate donations alone do not qualify for entrance.
How Can I Become a DAV Member?
DAV Memberships for qualifying Veterans will be available during the event. Visit https://www.dav.org/membership/join-dav/ to see if you qualify or join DAV before the event. Don’t forget to write in the local chapter you would like to join.
How To Become an Everyday Hero
VOLUNTEER
All of our cost-free programs and fundraisers are made possible because of volunteers. It would not be possible to help disabled veterans and their families without volunteers. Become an Everyday Hero for disabled veterans and their families by helping us to put on this event. No matter who you are, your level of experience, or your volunteer interests may be, there is a role you will enjoy. We have volunteers of all ages. DAV offers college scholarships for young students who volunteer, qualify, and apply. Contact us to learn more about DAV’s college scholarship program.
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
- Set-up crew
- Clean-up crew
- Security guards
- Door monitors
- Floor monitors
- Drink bar attendants
- Audio/visual attendant
- Raffle & auction attendants
- Kitchen help
- Front desk ticket booth attendants
- Promotion and outreach
- Donation & sponsor acquisition
- And so much more
DONATIONS
In-kind donations can come from businesses or individuals:
- Products
- Services
- Experiences
We also seek food and drink donations (wine and beer to pour at the event) and more.
In return for your support, contribution acknowledgments will be publicized in various ways. Contact us to learn more.
The earlier we receive donated items and sponsorships, the more time we have to advertise your support before the event.
SPONSORSHIPS
Advertise Your Business by including your name/logo/contact information on:
- Our event advertising.
- Our event program.
- Hang your banner at our event.
- Table of eight reservation sign.
- Website for 1-year.
- Social media shout-outs.
Contact us for package details and due dates.
Please Help Us Get The Word Out
We would be very grateful if you shared this event.
2023 event sponsors ~ donors ~ Supporters
2nd annual crab feed fundraiser

1st annual crab feed fundraiser








2022 event sponsors ~ donors ~ Supporters
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J. Rickards Winery – Cloverdale
The Brego Foundation – Sebastopol
Richard Krona Professional Guided Hunts
Dutton-Goldfield Winery – Sebastopol
Sahana Wellness Center – Santa Rosa
Sweet T’s Restaurant & Bar – Windsor
DeLoach Vineyards – Santa Rosa
Seghesio Family Vineyards – Healdsburg
Holistic Wellness Integration – Santa Rosa
Franco American Bakery – Santa Rosa
Tim Oxford
