70th NAPS National Convention: Important Information
70th NAPS National Convention Registration/Delegate Credential Process Now Open at NAPS.org
Convention registration closes July 17
Hotel room block expires July 17
The credential process is initiated when a member registers as a delegate for the National Convention online at naps.org. This means a member first must register in order for a credential form to be generated for them.
So, exactly how will registration work? When Jane Doe registers as a delegate, a new electronic credential form will be created for her in our system. Using information provided during registration, the system automatically will populate the fields on her credential form: name, address, EIN (if applicable), first-timer status, branch number and date.
The respective branch president then will receive an email stating NAPS Headquarters is requesting their signature on Jane Doe’s delegate credential form. The branch president will be able to click on that email invitation, provide an electronic signature, then click “submit.”
The complete credential form then is saved to our system by the delegate’s name. Finally, the delegate, branch president and NAPS Headquarters all will receive an emailed copy of the completed and signed final credential form.
Important to note: Under this process, a member must register first so a delegate credential form can automatically be created for them. This guarantees every delegate registered for the National Convention has a completed credential form ahead of their arrival in August. With this process, delegates no longer have to complete a two-part process (registration and credential); the second phase now is automated.
Branch presidents: Keep an eye on your inbox for requests for electronic signatures as we begin receiving registrations after March 16. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at napshq@naps.org. We are here to help our members!
Important Convention Dates
June 8 — Deadline for all resolutions from states with conventions on or before May 22 to be mailed to Executive Vice President Chuck Mulidore at naps.cm@naps.org
June 29 — Deadline for entries for the Best Website and Best Newsletter contests to be emailed to Editor Karen Young at kbalentyoung@gmail.com
July 6 — Deadline for all other resolutions to be emailed to Executive Vice President Chuck Mulidore
July 20 — Deadline for emailing deceased members’ names to Executive Assistant Sheena Williams at naps.sw@naps.org
July 24 — Deadline to submit refund and substitution requests to NAPS Headquarters
70th NAPS National Convention Golf Tournament: Presidio Golf Course, San Francisco
The prestigious Presidio Golf Course has gained a reputation as one of the nation’s top public courses. Just minutes from downtown San Francisco, the 18-hole course plays 6,500 yards of challenging golf.
Designed with tight fairways and strategically placed bunkers, the “hilly” course offers a challenge for golfers of all abilities. Located within a national park, the Presidio Golf Course is renowned for its spectacular forest setting offering stunning forest views, cool coastal air and amazing views of the city.
Planning still is underway for the tournament; more information will be coming, as well as registration information. In the meantime, plan on joining your fellow NAPS members for a memorable day of golf at this historic course that originally opened in 1895, making it one of the oldest courses on the West Coast. Initially serving as a private course for Army officers, it opened to the public in 1995 after it became a national park site.
Marriott Marquis San Francisco
780 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103
RESERVATIONS NOW OPEN
• $239/night ($282.72 inclusive)
• Members are responsible for making their own reservations via the hotel link:
https://book.passkey.com/go/NAPSConference2026
or by phone: 1-877-622-3056
• Each reservation must be in occupying guest’s name
• Room cutoff date: July 17
• Valet parking only: $91/night per car
Scooter Rentals in San Francisco
Reservations for scooter rentals at the 70th NAPS National Convention can be made directly through Cloud of Goods, the recommended scooter partner of the San Francisco Marriott Marquis.
Go to the website — cloudofgoods.com. It is recommended you make your reservation well in advance as availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. The hotel will not hold scooters without confirmed reservations.
Use the promo code COG10OFF at checkout to receive a discount.
2026 National Convention Shirts Available to Order
San Francisco Branch 88 is pleased to announce the presale of 2026 NAPS National Convention shirts. Cravis Taybron – Taybron’s Sweaters Unlimited – is providing the shirts with the convention logo. NAPS members can choose any shirt from his catalog. You may add your name, branch number and title for a minimal price, but that is optional.
ORDER DEADLINE IS JUNE 15
TO MAKE AN ORDER, YOU MUST:
- Go online and view Taybron’s catalog at https://www.sportswearcollection.com/?site=KRFPTGUMLS
- Fill out the order form and mail or email to him at:
Taybron’s Sweaters Unlimited, 5301 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville, NC 28303 • Phone: 910-322-1103 • cravist@aol.com - The deadline for orders is June 15. Once he receives your order, he will contact you and provide the total cost.
- Payment then is due and can be sent via postal money order or check, payable to Taybron’s Sweaters Unlimited. Payment also may be made via Cash App ($Cravistaybron).
- He prefers to get a NAPS Branch’s complete order on one form so he can ship shirts to one location. Shirts are mailed via Priority Flat Rate.
Get Ready for the City by the Bay!
By Linda Thomas
San Francisco Branch 88 President
The NAPS 70th National Convention is headed to beautiful San Francisco this August. From iconic San Francisco sights to unforgettable nearby destinations, everything is within reach.
Explore Napa Valley’s world-class wineries, enjoy the coastal beauty of Monterey, visit charming Marin County or take in famous landmarks, casinos and baseball games. If your passion is sightseeing, dining, entertainment or adventure, there is something for everyone.
San Francisco and its surrounding cities offer endless opportunities to relax, explore and make lasting memories while we come together for an impactful and productive convention.
Some must-see highlights include:
• Golden Gate Bridge — Stroll across this world-famous landmark and enjoy breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay.
• Fisherman’s Wharf & Pier 39 — Explore fresh seafood restaurants, shops and see the famous sea lions basking in the sun.
• Alcatraz Island — Take a ferry to visit the historic prison and enjoy a unique perspective of the city skyline.
• Chinatown — Visit one of the oldest and largest Chinatowns in North America, filled with incredible food and culture.
• Union Square — A vibrant hub for shopping, dining and people-watching — right in the heart of the city.
• Cable Cars — Experience a true San Francisco tradition and see the city’s hilly streets in a fun and historic way.
• Whale watching — Tours offer exciting whale watching adventures from San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean. From views of San Francisco to sightings of humpback and gray whales, this is a trip you never will forget.
• Dinner cruises — This is a great way to enjoy the beautiful sights of San Francisco Bay at night while enjoying food and drinks.
• Walking tours — City Guides, founded in 1978, offers trained volunteers who lead free historical and architectural walking tours. Also available are food tours that explore the best of San Francisco.
We are confident your time here will be memorable. Our branch is busy making plans and look forward to welcoming you to our city.
We promise, you will “leave your heart in San Francisco!” Come on to the heart of the Bay. I and my fellow Branch 88 members can’t wait to see you!
Make plans to watch a San Francisco Giants game during NAPS’ convention week:
• Saturday, Aug. 8, 4:15 p.m. Giants vs. Tigers
• Sunday, Aug. 9, 1:05 p.m. Giants vs. Tigers
• Wednesday, Aug. 12, 12:45 p.m. Giants vs. Astros
Oracle Park, the first privately financed ballpark in Major League Baseball, offers breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay. The stadium is a classic design with an old-time feel, but with modern amenities.
At the entrance is a nine-foot statue of Willie Mays. You also can see Portuguese water dogs fetch home-run balls that splash into McCovey Cove, an 80-foot Coca-Cola bottle with playground slides and miniature Oracle Park behind left field that has become an attraction for kids of all ages. And it offers mass public transit that rivals any sports complex in the world.
Branch 88 is working on getting discounted tickets for NAPS members for these dates; stay tuned for more information!
Help Support Our Humanitarian Project
By Beverly Torain
Humanitarian Ambassador
Hello, NAPS family! During our Carolinas Bi-State leadership meeting in November 2021, we wanted to establish a humanitarian project. We decided on providing dignity bags for some of the homeless population in New Orleans, the site of our 2022 National Convention.
We began our journey by sharing our vision with attendees at the Capitol-Atlantic Area States Convention in May 2022. This group consisted of members from North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, DC and Virginia. Everyone was excited about the project and the opportunity to help those in need.
Emails and letters were sent to Eastern Region Vice President Richard Green, Capitol-Atlantic Area Vice President Troy Griffin and the Eastern Region NAPS branches, telling them about our project and asking for their participation. In July 2022, we began procuring items for the bags and chose a facility.
In August, we shipped the items to the convention host hotel in New Orleans. On Saturday before the start of the convention, we prepared over 300 dignity bags. The bags were distributed to three different shelters — one male, one female and one for children.
The funds used to secure the bags and items were donated by a majority of NAPS members living in the East. We made our report to convention delegates on Tuesday, after which some of our ambassadors were approached by convention delegates, asking how they could help with future humanitarian efforts.
As a result of those inquiries, it was decided that, for the 2024 National Convention in Connecticut, 500 dignity bags would be assembled and distributed. We called and you answered!
But, instead of assembling dignity bags, we decided to collect funds and, after researching shelters in the area, supported Saint Vincent de Paul Place. Shelter Director Jillian Corbin was overjoyed with what our NAPS family did to support them.
The shelter now not only houses the homeless, but also offers job skills training, meals, showers, clothes and so much more. Jillian attended the convention to express her gratitude.
This year, once again, we are asking you to help the community we will be visiting this August when we travel to San Francisco for the national convention. Won’t you please help us help those less fortunate?
We are asking each NAPS branch to donate $100 toward this worthy cause. We also are asking that each state branch donate $200. Imagine the impact we could have in San Francisco!
Funds can be sent via check or money order to Humanitarian Project, PO Box 478, Newell, NC, 28126. In the memo line, please write, “Humanitarian Project.” Thank you in advance for supporting this worthy cause.
With sincere appreciation, the Humanitarian Ambassadors:
Karen Douglas, Charlotte, NC, Branch 183
Phoebe Jordan, Carolinas Bi-State Branch 936
Rene Hulin, Columbia, SC, Branch 225
Patricia Stephens, Carolinas Bi-State Branch 936
Beverly Torain, Joseph Butler Winters Jr. Raleigh Branch 177
William Taylor, Carolinas Bi-State Branch 936