VFW NC Ladies Auxiliary: Resources

COMMUNITY SERVICE Jan. 2011

Posted at 06:59 on 2010-Dec-30 by Resources

                                       Anna C. Holm, Department Chairman       

3616 Atlantic Ave

Raleigh, NC  27604-1645

919-210-3268  email:  acholm@att.net

Here we are, at the start of a new year.  Time sure flies.  Who knows just what the new year will bring to each of us.  I hope that everyone finds good health and happiness this year.  You can bring some happiness into another person’s life by just doing some good.

Check with your local churches to see if there are any families in need in your community.  Think about adopting one for the year.  Do something special for the family each month.  Make this the year that you get involved in your community.  If you have spare time, use it to help others.  Volunteer at a local charity, church, hospital, or library.

With all the cuts to the North Carolina state budget, this would be a great time to find ways that you can help cut costs in North Carolina.  Think about volunteering some time at a local school or afterschool program.  Check with your local police or fire department and see if there is something you can do to assist them.  It may be as simple as answering the phones or doing some routine filing.  I know that some of you out there live in rural areas, have you thought about being a volunteer fireman? 

You can never volunteer too much.  Not only can you volunteer your time, you can donate items and money.  Pick a charity that you really believe in and support it.  This could be as simple as attending the meetings and taking minutes or assisting with mailing out material.  Can’t think of a good charity to assist?  Easy, just get on the computer Google “charities” and you’ll find a long list of things to do.

If you have school aged children, see about assisting at their school.  Offer to become a Brownie or Cub Scout leader.  Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are always on the lookout for good leaders.  Boys & Girls Clubs are also looking for volunteers.  How about volunteering at your local Goodwill Store?  The possibilities are endless.  You only have to do a little looking to find the right job for you.  What might work for Nancy, may not be the perfect job for Sarah.  Look around until you find that perfect opportunity.

As always, remember that a good Community Service Project takes time and planning.  If you are planning on doing something special for Easter, it’s not too early to start planning.  You should also be starting to think about what your plans are for the summer.  Good planning is important.  Be sure to make note of your Community Service Projects in the minutes of your Auxiliary or Post meeting.  Then be sure to send your report to Richard Zavesky at 4900 Pinewood Dr., Hope Mills, NC  28348. 

Have a safe and happy January and I’ll see you again in February.

Anna Holm