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VMAPA strives to create a positive atmosphere where young people can grow and mature into responsible young adults.
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Vanguard Bingo is our organization’s flagship fundraiser, providing a significant portion of our operating revenues and financial support.
Latest News
Vanguard Cadets Launch California Initiative
Every year around this time, the Board of Directors and VMAPA Management team take a hard look at each program to make sure VMAPA is staying true to its mission and operating within a budget. Changes are then considered within all programs, which is normal, especially for an innovative and forward-thinking organization like VMAPA. The […]
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2019 Vanguard Auditions
We’re extremely excited to know that you’re interested in spending your summer as a member of our Vanguard Family! Whether it’s your first time auditioning or you’re hoping to return to the organization for another season, we are eager to welcome you. Your journey to excellence starts here, with just 3 easy steps! Step 1: […]
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Vanguard at Santa Clara’s Art & Wine Festival
The Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival returns on September 15 & 16 to celebrate 38 years of bringing our community together! With nearly 60,000 people in attendance each year, this annual event features the talents of local and regional artists with 165 arts and crafts booths to visit, 25 community food vendors, six vintners pouring […]
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2018 Vanguard Banquet & Awards
On Sunday, August 12, over 600 people filled a Banquet Hall at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis to honor an incredible 2018 DCI season. And following championship wins by the Santa Clara Vanguard and Vanguard Cadets, there was much to be celebrated! The first ever Vanguard End of Season Banquet was kicked off with a […]
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Miss Amana Update: How You Can Help
Following this morning’s unfortunate news, we have been amazed by the outpouring of love and support from our drum corps community. To all the parents, alumni, and fans who have reached out with donations and have offered to help volunteer – thank you! Rest assured that the corps will not miss a meal, due to […]
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From The Field: 2018, Episode 12
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