01/08/2016
VFW auxiliary New Years Day Bingo Raised over $6000
The good work that the VFW is not only done by the Men and Women who have been in combat but their spouse's as well. The VFW Post 8703 Auxiliary has its own charitable causes that they actively champion every year without fail.
Each year the VFW uses the January 1st
The good work that the VFW is not only done by the Men and Women who have been in combat but their spouse's as well. The VFW Post 8703 Auxiliary has its own charitable causes that they actively champion every year without fail.
Each year the VFW uses the January 1st gross proceeds of our Bingo night to fund the Auxiliaries programs.
This years New Years Day Auxiliary Fund raiser was a wonderful success. Bingo players were lined out the door in cold weather and Snow on the ground.
The sacrifice and effort put forth goes to an excellent group of causes throughout the year. Money being only a small portion to large effort of time put in by the members to focus and make best use of all funds.
The Programs which the Auxiliary is responsible for:
Americanism: Celebrating our heritage of freedom with the Statue of Liberty's Birthday Celebration, working towards a resolution of the POW/MIA situation, promoting pride in America, and ensuring that the public will never forget the sacrifices of America's soldiers who protect our freedom.
Buddy Poppy: "To honor the Dead by Helping the Living" - Helping needy and disabled veterans and honoring those who have sacrificed for our freedom by wearing a Buddy Poppy, the VFW's official flower.
Cancer Aid & Research: Providing grants to members with cancer, helping in the educational effort to make the public aware of the importance of early detection, and supporting research throughout the country are the activities involved in this program.
Community Service: Cooperating with other organizations to meet the needs in our communities.
Hospital & Veterans Affairs Voluntary Services: Volunteering in hospitals around the country.
Junior Girls Units: Teaching the daughters and sisters of veterans about the sacrifices made for freedom, the debt we owe veterans, the importance of volunteering in the community, and helping others.
Legislative: Keeping members up-to-date on all bills affecting veterans and their families and the national defense. Making legislators aware of our positions.
Patriotic Art/Voice of Democracy: Two of the scholarships offered for students. By participating in the contests students have the opportunity to express their own patriotism.
Veterans & Family Support: Assisting veterans as they return from active duty or from the hospital as they try to return to civilian life. Helping veterans and their families with transportation, childcare, and other services as needed.
VFW National Home for Children: Educating members about the mission, purpose, and programs of the VFW National Home for Children in Eaton Rapids, Michigan.
Youth Activities: Providing opportunities for youth and educating them about our American heritage.
