Executive Officers 

Commander - Sgt Maj. Daniel Morales                                                      

Vice Commander - Brigadier General (R) Robert Cervantes

2nd Vice Commander - Mr. Louis Lopez 

Treasurer - Ralph Cansimbe

Secretary - SGT Monica Estrada

Sergeant at Arms -

Chaplain - Ms Trini Martinez

Public Affairs/Community Relations - 2nd Lieutenant Michael Anthony Rodriquez

The American GI Forum was founded on March 26, 1948 in Corpus Chrisiti, Texas by Dr. Hector P. Garcia, an Army veteran medical doctor. The GI Forum was dedicated to addressing problems of discrimination and inequities endured by Mexican American veterans returning from the war. Through the sheer volunteer force of dedicated leaders and hardworking members, the GI Forum has become an advocate for veterans and hispanics to promote greater participation in civic affairs, equity income, educational attainment, employment, as well as providing pride, dignity and respect among all ethnic groups.  The GI Forum has been in the forefront of major civil rights struggles to advocate for Hispanic veteran representation. Today the GI Forum has more than 500 chapters throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.  The Sacramento Chapter of the GI Forum is dedicated to continue the works of Dr Hector Garcia by reaching out to community leaders, local business and veterans. 

Founder Dr Hector Garcia with President Kennedy

  Dr Hector Garcia with President Johnson 

Commander - American GI Forum Sacramento Chapter and California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger talking about veteran benefits and programs.

California Undersecrertary of Veteran Affairs MG (R) Roger Brautigan gives a award to Dr Delores Leon for her contribution to veterans and service to her country. Dr Leon served in the United States Army as Major in the Medical Corps  and is a member of the Sacramento GI Forum. 

American GI Fourm State Commander - Mr Willie Galvan and, Sgt Maj. (R) Richard Martinez present Sacarmento State President - Mr Gonzalez with a picture of our founder Dr Hector Garcia