Ladies Auxiliary President's Notes
From Post 63’s Ladies Auxiliary President
The VFW is involved in this community/Our community in many ways. We offer scholarship programs such as -The Voice of Democracy, Patriot’s Pen, Young American Creative Patriot Art, Junior Girls and Continuing Education (for members and their families). We are active, and contribute to Cancer Aid & Research, Legislative & Political Action Committee (PAC). We volunteer at the Veterans Hospital and VAVS, Veterans & Family Support and Youth Activities and other Community Services. I know there are a lot of talented people out there with some time on your hands. We are in need of committee chairmen for the following year (2010 to 2011). If you would like more information on any of these committees or activities, please let me know. We received several awards at the end of this year and I would like to give special thanks those who chaired each committee. Your continued dedication shows and is greatly appreciated!
Boise Mayor Bieter to Declare Buddy Poppy Days
The declaration will begin the annual drive which is a major fund raiser for the VFW to support veterans and veteran programs. The Mayor will declare on the 7th of May that from then to Memorial Day it will be "Buddy Poppy Days" in the City of Boise. The Post Commander and leadership from the post and Auxiliary will be on hand to hear the proclamation.
Volunteer!
Become a Member of the Ladies or Mens Auxiliary
The members of the VFW, Ladies Auxiliary and Men’s Auxiliary seek to support our nations’ veterans by serving active-duty military personnel and their families. We also look to better our communities through volunteerism and patriotic education.
Wives, widows, mothers, foster and stepmothers (who have performed the duties of parents), grand-mothers, daughters, granddaughters, foster and stepdaughters (who attained that status prior to age 16 and for whom the duties of parents were performed), sisters, half sisters, foster and stepsister (who attained that status prior to age 16) of persons who were or are eligible for the VFW may join this elite support group. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and be at least 16 years old.
Commander of VFW Post 63 Supports the F35 In Idaho
The F35 training bases have not been selected yet. Do your part and join me in supporting the program. Voice your support when you can. Complete the online support form at www.IdahoF35.com. Speak up when the federal government seeks public comment from community stakeholders during the citizen participation portion of the environmental impact study. Your feedback and support matters a great deal in the selection process.
Post Meetings
The Post general meeting and the Ladies Auxiliary meeting are held on the 2nd Monday of the month at 1900 hrs. The Mens Auxiliary meeting is held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 1900 hrs.
See the Calendar for more activities at the Post.
Making Dues Payments Automatic
FW has a new feature available on the eMembership Web site that allows members to set up automatic payment of dues. Once a member sets it up, it continues until cancelled or, in the case of an installment plan, until all scheduled payments are made. See the VFW eMembership site for more details. Buy a Brick!
Capitol City VFW Post 63 has created a 'Patriot's Walk' in Veteran's Memorial Park at the corner of State St. and Veteran's Parkway. The Patriot's Walk is paved with engraved bricks that memorialize Veterans of the United States Armed Services. You may purchase one more bricks for any veteran: family member, friend, etc. The bricks make wonderful gifts for a veteran's birthday, Christmas or other occasion. |
Buddy Poppies
Each year around Memorial Day, Veterans of Foreign Wars members and American Legion Auxiliary volunteers distribute millions of bright red poppies in exchange for contributions to assist disabled and hospitalized veterans. The program provides multiple benefits to the veterans and to the community. The hospitalized veterans who make the flowers are able to earn a small wage, which helps to supplement their incomes and makes them feel more self-sufficient. The physical and mental activity provides many therapeutic benefits as well. Donations are used exclusively to assist and support veterans and their families. The poppy also reminds the community of the past sacrifices and continuing needs of our veterans. The poppy has become a nationally known and recognized symbol of sacrifice and is worn to honor the men and women who served and died for their country in all wars. |
