A troop lounge, Xbox, computers with free internet, and a deli service breakfast, lunch and dinner for free can all be found at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (on the McChord side) at the USO Northwest Shali Center. Staff and volunteers work within the military community to assist families through the Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) and Fisher House. The center also supports single military members through various programs.
The USONW Shali Center works closely with the base operations staff during troop deployments to distribute individual USO care packages to each and every military member deploying to combat zones through Joint Base Lewis-McChord. To volunteer, click here.
USO Care Package distribution | Meals and snack bar |
Lounge area with a TV | Library and writing supplies |
Computer with Internet access | Hub for family services and community outreach in the South Sound |
Open for Homecomings and Deployments |
USONW Shali Center
Building 1183
McChord AFB, WA 98438
Office phone: 253.982.1100
USONW Shali Center Manager
Andrew Oczkewicz
Cell phone: 360.789.2972
E-mail: shalimanager@usonw.org
Passenger Terminal
Office phone: 253.982.7259
Fax: 253.982.6815
Lost & Found: 253.982.7260
Defense Switching Network(DSN): 382.7260
Hours of Operation: Open Monday-Saturday 0600-1800
Flight Information: 253.982.7268
Base Operator: 253.982.1110
Billeting: 253.982.5613