JACK RAY VFW AUXILIARY 5789
Unwavering Support for Uncommon Heroes
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Auxiliary serves the veterans of this country and our communities in honor of the sacrifices and commitment of every man and woman who has served in uniform.
JACK RAY VFW AUXILIARY 5789 AT A GLANCE
Our members are the spouses, children, siblings, parents, grandparents and grandchildren of those who have served in overseas combat. We have over 200 members representing the area surrounding Lee's Summit who volunteer and provide financial support to veterans, military service personnel, and their families.
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Through our National Programs, we volunteer in the VA medical system and Veteran Homes, conduct patriotic programs with students, offer scholarships to our area's youth and we assist the VFW pass or block legislation that impacts veterans and their families. Every year, members fund-raise thousands of dollars for charitable projects that benefit veterans and their families. We work to improve the lives of America’s uncommon heroes.
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We meet monthly at 7:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Jack Ray VFW Post located at 329 SE Douglas Street, Lee's Summit, Mo. Join us!
ACTIVITIES
Making A Difference
AMERICANISM
Nelda Clifton
Our Americanism program's goal is to promote patriotism, educate others on respect and care of the U.S. flag, and recognize teachers who teach Americanism and patriotism to their students.
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“BUDDY”® POPPY and
VFW NATIONAL HOME FOR CHILDREN
Stephanie Leary
Our Auxiliary members support our Post by assisting with Buddy Poppy distribution during May and November in honor and remembrance of Veterans. If you see us at Hy-Vee or downtown Lee's Summit stop and grab a poppy!
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We also provide financial support to the VFW National Home for Children that helps military and veteran families with free housing and support. Every year we visit the home in Michigan and have a great time volunteering at their Fall Fest party.
HOSPITAL PROGRAM
Helen Hatz
Our members volunteer at the local Kansas City VA Medical Center or VA Homes along with making or purchasing gifts for hospitalized Veterans during select holidays. Other initiatives are promoting the Veteran Voices Writing Project, Veteran and Military suicide awareness & prevention and the Veterans Crisis Line.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Rise Stephenson
Scholarships and awards are available through these events from the local level all the way to National.
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Continuing Education Scholarship
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
Missouri Past National President's Scholarship
Voice of Democracy Audio-Essay Contest
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VETERANS AND FAMILY SUPPORT
Sandy Nail
This program helps promote the different resources available to Veterans and their Families.
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Our Auxiliary also sponsors a tiny house at the ​Veterans Community Project and provides Christmas dinners and gifts for service member's families.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Jenn Hoyt
Through this program we teach our nation’s youth the skills to become responsible adults through serving our country, communities and veterans.
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AUXILIARY OUTREACH
We are active in our community and partner with various organizations on the local and national level to provide volunteers and support to assist them with their programs and goals.
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