Billie Holcomb passes - We have received the sad news that Billie Holcomb passed away at 3:30 am on April 17th. For those do did not know Billie, she was our NC Auxiliary Department Treasurer for 40 years, and Department Secretary for 36 of those as well. She was a Past District 11 President. Her husband Jack passed away in February. Cards can be sent to children Chloe (PDP) and Wadell at the home at: 749 West Main Street, Elkin, NC 28621-3227
Anna Gaskins |
National Scholarship winner - At the Auxiliary mid-year Conference, it was announced that Anna Gaskins (9983 in Holly Ridge) is the winner of the 2008 Ladies Auxiliary Continuing Education Scholarship, established to assist members who wish to further their education by pursuing a college degree or a career direction at technical school. One scholarship is presented each year to a selected candidate in each of the four Ladies Auxiliary VFW Conferences, and Anna was the recipient this year for the Southern Conference. She is currently attending Miller-Motte College in Wilmington, NC, majoring in Cosmetology. After graduation in 2009. Anna plans to open her own Beauty Salon and continue her education to become an instructor. Congratulations to Anna.
Cmdr Shelander and President Dillie escort Dept VOD Winner Stephen Nelson at the Parade of Winners in Washington |
VOD Results - At the National Legislative & Community Service Conference held in Washington DC, our Department VOD winner Stephen Nelson from District 4 took 13th place, winning a $2,000 award. Stephen, his family, and several members of the NC VFW and Auxiliary were on hand to see him presented at the Parade of Winners.
National President's Visit -
Make plans now to join us April 28-30 in Hendersonville, NC, when National President Virginia Carman visits NC. See the details on our calendar page, which includes a dinner in her honor, and a visit to the Biltmore House in Asheville. Reservations are due by April 21.
First 100% Districts -
Congratulations to Districts 3, 8, 10, and 15 for being the first ones in the State to be 100%. Several others are now over close with over 95%. Who will be next!
IMPORTANT Tax information for Auxiliaries -
National Headquarters Director of Accounting Kristi Atwood gave a workshop for Treasurers at National Convention, which covered tax laws pertaining to Auxiliaries. This presentation discusses changes to the US Federal Tax code, and explains what you need to know and do to comply. Please click here to see or print a copy of her presentation.
Meet our Candidate -
Helen Carter is North Carolina endorsed candidate for the office of National Guard at the 2008 National Convention in Orlando Florida. Read more about Helen.
Operation Uplink need -
North Carolina has requested many calling cards to be sent to troops and hospitalized veterans around the world. But there is a great need for additional funding. Donations must be earmarked Operation Uplink and sent to: Ladies Auxiliary VFW Headquarters, 406 W. 34th St., 10th Floor, Kansas City , MO 64111
The Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States, was founded in 1914 to help veterans and their families. It is an integral part of the VFW's volunteer efforts. Promoting patriotism and helping veterans in need are just two of the many ways that the Auxiliary serves their Posts and America's communities. Learn about the accomplishments of the Ladies Auxiliary across the nation last year.
Eligibility to the Ladies Auxiliary is opened to wives, widows, mothers, foster and stepmothers (who have performed the duties of parent), grandmothers, daughters, granddaughters, foster and stepdaughters (who attained that status prior to the age of sixteen and for whom the duties of parent were performed), sisters, half sisters, foster and stepsisters (who attained that status prior to age sixteen) of persons who were or are eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. Members must be citizens of the United States and not less than sixteen years old.
Women eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States shall be eligible for dual membership in the Ladies Auxiliary.
Auxiliary members receive all sorts of rewards from their memberships -- from life long friendships, and organizational skills, to insurance policies, travel discounts, and Credit Union membership. Check out more benefits offered by our National organization.
