USO Yokota Hosts a Morale-Boosting Dorm Block Party

USO Yokota joined forces with the Yokota Air Base Dorm Leaders and the First Four Council to help host a Dorm Block Party aimed at fostering community, boosting morale, and bringing Airmen together outside of the workplace. Held on a sunny Friday afternoon just outside the dorms, the event welcomed 130 dorm residents for an afternoon filled with food, games, and camaraderie. With burgers, hot dogs, chips and cold drinks on hand, attendees enjoyed a variety of activities ranging from water wars and lawn games to music and laughter.

The Dorm Block Party was really about connection. When USO Yokota was invited to collaborate and heard the focus was on giving Airmen a chance to relax, meet new people, and feel like part of something bigger, we knew it was an event the USO couldn’t miss. Airmen from both the United States Air Force and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) attended, reinforcing the strong partnership between the two nations and highlighting the unique joint community at Yokota.

“Seeing U.S. and Japanese Airmen laughing together, playing games, and sharing food that’s what this was all about,” said TSgt Ashleigh Green USO volunteer and Air Force Dorm Leader. “Events like this remind us that we’re not just stationed here, we’re part of a community.”

As the sun set on a successful day, we all reflected on the importance of connection and look forward to future opportunities to bring the USO and service members even closer together.