The last 5 months have been successful for District 1. I have visited all twenty-five posts, we have completed 20 of our State inspections and have done over 400 Community Service events and over 300 Veteran Assistance Services. We have had a District picnic to celebrate 249 years of the VFW. We have had a few District membership drives. We have collected over $700 for the National Home. We are all working our programs and have demonstrated we are the Mighty 1st. The holiday’s can always be emotionally and mentally challenging. Remember we are a family of Veterans and are always a phone call away. I wish you and your family a Happy Holiday and a very Happy New Year. Looking forward to 2025.
Sincerely,
Wendy Calderon
District 1 Commander
October 2024 Newsletter
Brothers, Sisters, & Comrades,
As autumn takes center stage in our lives, it's a great time to take a lesson from a tree! I know what you're thinking; she's finally lost it but hear me out. Just like a tree shedding its leaves in the fall, the best thing we can do for ourselves and those we serve is to embrace change, let go of what no longer serves us, and find beauty in the growth that continues. We're halfway through Official Visits, and I'm incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication you all put into your auxiliary. Thank you for sharing your unique ideas and mentoring me so I may mentor others as I visit you. The way members have been open to hearing new ideas and embracing change is so encouraging for the positive direction our District is moving—a big thank you to all the Auxiliaries who have donated to My Special Project this year. Seeing how many of you support Warrior Foundation Freedom Station with a passion warms my heart.
Our Official Visit from Department President Sharonda is coming up in a few weeks. I hope to see as many auxiliary members as possible throughout our weekend with the department, culminating in our next district meeting. I have emailed all Presidents requesting any questions or concerns you would like brought to the Department President so that I may discuss those items with her. She can address them at our district meeting on October 27th at 9 AM at Post 2275 SABLE. No matter what issues might be happening, the district wants to hear and help in any way we can; we are here for you, the members so that we can move on from the things that no longer serve us and not let negative things get in the way of the positive things we do for veterans.
Kudos to our District Conductor, Marti, for her recent recognition for assisting female veterans! We are so proud of you, Marti!
Shout out to our Auxiliaries that have reached 100%+ in membership: 1924, 2111, 3788, 7907, 11387.
Also, a special mention to 2275, who just recruited the last three members needed to reach 100%, pending membership processing.
LeAnna Brown
District 1 President
2024-2025
619.261.0753
LCAux4life@gmail.com
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