VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA GENERAL ORDERS NO. 8 February 2017 1. The following District meetings are announced: First District February 4 Kenyon #141 @ 9:30 AM Joe Mauricio Second District April 29 S. St. Paul #295 @ 8 AM Chad Solheid Third District April 22 Minneota #5334 @ 10 AM Tom Hanson Fourth District February 18 Roseville #7555 @ 9:00 AM Rick Bugbee Fifth District February 12 Willmar #1639 @ 2:00 PM Joe Mauricio Sixth District February 4 St. Cloud E #4847 @ 1:00 PM Rick Bugbee Seventh District February 4 Hopkins #425 @ 10:00 AM Tom Hanson Eighth District February 19 Babbitt # 1539 @ 9:00 AM Rick Bugbee Ninth District March 4 E. Grand Forks #3817 @ 10 AM Tom Hanson 2. Post Officers are to be elected in April, be installed before the Department Convention and assume office at the time of the Installation of Department Officers, June 12 th . Election and Installation can not be held on the same date, as it is necessary to receive an Installing Officers Warrant after the election. The warrant will be sent to the Post Commander Elect upon receipt of the REPORT OF ELECTION OF OFFICERS in Department Headquarters. Even if you elect the same Officers, you MUST send in the Report of Election of Officers. 3. Posts wishing to compete in the Department Community Service Contests must submit their Record books to the Department Headquarters NO LATER THAN APRIL 19, 2017. Reports must cover activities between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. 4 If your Post has ANY questions concerning the bonding of Officers or employees, please call Department Headquarters at 651-291-1757. You should NOT be calling the bonding company. Bonding applications should NOT be sent to the Bonding Company. (This only applies to Bonds obtained through Department Headquarters.) 5. Each Post is expected to set its own membership goal at 100 % with 5 % New and Reinstated of your 2016 total and do its utmost to assist their District in achieving 100%. The goal set for Minnesota for March 31 st is 42,000 members. Every Post Commander is asked to assist in reaching this goal by recruiting at least 5% new and reinstated members for his/her Post. 6. The Department of Minnesota will hold it's Department Convention in Maple Grove, June 7- 11, 2017. And the National Convention will be in New Orleans, LA July 22-26, 2017. 10. Post Commanders have received a copy of the requirements to achieve the title of All-State Post Commander. Please check your records and start to build the points where they will do the most good. A requirement for All-State Post Commander is that you send a copy of your DD 214. 11. According to Section 218, Officers, Chairman Duties and Obligations; the Post Quartermaster is to receive all monies, securities, vouchers and other personal properties of the Post. The State law/statute states that he cannot be the Post Gambling Chairman but should receive a copy of the monthly Gambling Report that the Gambling Chairman sends to the Gambling Control General Orders 1 February 2017
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VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA
GENERAL ORDERS NO. 8 February 2017
1. The following District meetings are announced: First District February 4 Kenyon #141 @ 9:30 AM Joe Mauricio Second District April 29 S. St. Paul #295 @ 8 AM Chad Solheid Third District April 22 Minneota #5334 @ 10 AM Tom Hanson Fourth District February 18 Roseville #7555 @ 9:00 AM Rick Bugbee Fifth District February 12 Willmar #1639 @ 2:00 PM Joe Mauricio Sixth District February 4 St. Cloud E #4847 @ 1:00 PM Rick Bugbee Seventh District February 4 Hopkins #425 @ 10:00 AM Tom Hanson Eighth District February 19 Babbitt # 1539 @ 9:00 AM Rick Bugbee Ninth District March 4 E. Grand Forks #3817 @ 10 AM Tom Hanson
2. Post Officers are to be elected in April, be installed before the Department Convention and
assume office at the time of the Installation of Department Officers, June 12th. Election and Installation can not be held on the same date, as it is necessary to receive an Installing Officers Warrant after the election. The warrant will be sent to the Post Commander Elect upon receipt of the REPORT OF ELECTION OF OFFICERS in Department Headquarters. Even if you elect the same Officers, you MUST send in the Report of Election of Officers.
3. Posts wishing to compete in the Department Community Service Contests must submit their
Record books to the Department Headquarters NO LATER THAN APRIL 19, 2017. Reports must cover activities between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017.
4 If your Post has ANY questions concerning the bonding of Officers or employees, please
call Department Headquarters at 651-291-1757. You should NOT be calling the bonding company. Bonding applications should NOT be sent to the Bonding Company. (This only applies to Bonds obtained through Department Headquarters.)
5. Each Post is expected to set its own membership goal at 100 % with 5 % New and
Reinstated of your 2016 total and do its utmost to assist their District in achieving 100%. The goal set for Minnesota for March 31st is 42,000 members. Every Post Commander is asked to assist in reaching this goal by recruiting at least 5% new and reinstated members for his/her Post.
6. The Department of Minnesota will hold it's Department Convention in Maple Grove, June 7-
11, 2017. And the National Convention will be in New Orleans, LA July 22-26, 2017. 10. Post Commanders have received a copy of the requirements to achieve the title of All-State
Post Commander. Please check your records and start to build the points where they will do the most good. A requirement for All-State Post Commander is that you send a copy of your DD 214.
11. According to Section 218, Officers, Chairman Duties and Obligations; the Post Quartermaster
is to receive all monies, securities, vouchers and other personal properties of the Post. The State law/statute states that he cannot be the Post Gambling Chairman but should receive a copy of the monthly Gambling Report that the Gambling Chairman sends to the Gambling Control
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Board. It should also be noted, that Post Trustees MUST audit the Books of the Post, Club,Gambling and any Subordinate Units to the Post.
11. Post Commanders are reminded that they must purchase 250 Poppies over last year to
get the extra point for All-State Post Commander. 12. National By-Laws - Section 405-Conventions states: Each District shall hold an annual
District Convention for the purpose of electing District Officers and for the transaction of business, such Convention to be held not less than ten (10) days nor more than forty-five (45) days prior to the convening of the Department Convention.
13. The continued growth of the Veterans of Foreign Wars is dependent upon the establishment
of new Posts. Anyone interested in starting a new V.F.W. Post in their neighborhood or town should contact the Department Chief of Staff, in care of the V.F.W. State Headquarters, Rice Street Station, P.O. Box 17146, St. Paul, MN 55117.
14. On a daily basis we see the reintegration of Minnesota National Guardsmen, Reserves and
Active Duty Soldiers. All Posts should be in touch and working with the Family Readiness Groups (FRG) and local Guard, Reserves and Active Duty component units. If at all possible, your Post should institute an Adopt-a-Unit Program.
16. The State Commander continues to enforce the removal of Post Commanders for failure to
attend two (2) consecutive District meetings. Additionally, Posts failing to transmit all Post Trustees of Audit (or missing two (2) consecutive Audits) will be in danger of having their Post Charter suspended.
17. When considering Members for Elected or Appointed Offices within the Post, it is
recommended they be Life Members or that their dues are paid by September 2017. Please take note of this recommendation during your March nominations and April Elections.
BY ORDER OF: Joe Mauricio State Commander Department of Minnesota, V.F.W.
OFFICIAL: Tate Doom Adjutant-Quartermaster
General Orders 2 February 2017
WHEN: March 20, 2017 WHERE: The Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda, St Paul, MN.
TIME: 10 A.M.
WHO: ALL VFW MEMBERS AND AUXILIARY MEMBERS
TRANSPORTATION: CAR, TRUCK, BUS, TRAIN AND PLANE, WALK, RUN,
CRAWL IF YOU MUST, BUT BE THERE. WHY: WE HAVE EARNED OUR VETERANS BENEFITS AND IT IS OUR JOB
TO ENSURE THE NEXT GENERATION OF MINNESOTA VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES HAVE THEIRS. ENCOURAGE OUR LEGISLA- TORS TO SUPPORT VETERAN FRIENDLY LEGISLATION.
~TOM MCLAUGHLIN LEGISLATIVE CHAIRMAN DEPARTMENT MN VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
2017
General Orders 3 February 2017
=MORE
Caregiver Benefits Less Assistance = More Financial Instability
Issue: Caregiver Benefits are currently provided to only Post-9/11 veterans.
Background: VA provides a monthly stipend, mental health and medical care, and respite care for caregivers of severely disabled Post-9/11 veterans, but not to caregivers of veterans of previous eras. The VFW believes that severely wounded and ill veterans of all conflicts have made incredible sacrifices, and that all family members who care for them are deserving of equal recognition and support.
The Impact: Family caregivers who choose to provide in-home care to veterans who were severely disabled in the line of duty choose to put their lives and careers on hold, often accepting great emotional and financial burdens. The lack of a monthly stipend or supportive services impacts a caregiver's ability to provide in-home care and often results in veterans receiving more costly long-term care in an institutional setting.
Where It Stands: In 2014, VA reported to Congress that it could provide caregiver training and benefits for all eras of veterans, but funding would need to be increased. Congress has introduced legislation to expand caregiver assistance to all generations, but it fails to pass because of the lack of funding. Family members of veterans who would otherwise qualify for caregiver assistance still suffer, leaving them in financial and emotional distress.
What Needs to be Done: Congress must readjust outdated budget caps which prevent VA from expanding much needed veterans programs, and pass legislation to expand eligibility for caregiver benefits to veterans of all eras who have a severe service-connected illness or injury without taking funding from other veterans benefits or programs.
Commitment: Will you cosponsor legislation that will end sequestration and replace the current budget caps with limits that match the needs of veterans, so caregiver benefits can be provided to all generations of eligible veterans?
General Orders 4 February 2017
Please join 2016-17 State Commander Joe Mauricio in celebrating his service to the Department of Minnesota
Saturday, March 11, 2017 6 p.m. Social 7 p.m. Dinner
New Brighton Eagles Hall (Meeting place of Joe’s Home VFW Post #724– Circle Pines) 563 Old Hwy 8, New Brighton, MN 55112
$20 per Ticket
Includes Dinner, Fun… and maybe a little roasting! (Chicken Breast with Alfredo Sauce, Ham and Dressing, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy,
Green Beans, Salad, Buns and Beverage)
ALL tickets will be PICKED UP at the Door and MUST be PREPAID and RESERVED by March 1st, 2017.
# of Persons attending at $20.00 TOTAL INCLUDED: $
Person to PICK UP TICKETS:
Contact Information: E-mail Phone
Make checks payable to “Department of Minnesota V.F.W.” earmarked “Department Commander’s Testimonial”
MAIL to: Dept. of MN Veterans of Foreign Wars
Rice Street Station, PO Box 17146 St Paul, MN 55117
General Orders 5 February 2017
GO Email Recipient REMINDER: GOs are now being e-mailed to the following:
• Council of Admin • State Chairmen • Finance Committee • • Past State Commanders • All POST Official Emails •
• ALL Post Commanders & Quartermasters • •Any other Post/District Officers Specifically Requesting them •
If you are NOT included in the above and WANT TO RECEIVE the e-mailed GOs, please call or email Dept. HQ with your
Full Name, Email, Post Number and Position
Department Website at Your Service We are always looking to list items of interest to our Members. If your Post has an event going on that you would like to share with our Membership, please email All the details (including a link your webpage or a copy of the flyer if you do not have a webpage) to our Webpage Manager at [email protected] Your event information will be posted on the Current Events Page as well as our Post Events & Help Wanted Page… so let us know what you’re up to!
Change of Email Address or Mailing Address: To assure that you and all Post Officers always receive all of the important Department Communications, please be sure to promptly submit any email, home address and phone changes to Department Headquarters.
MORE…. Full Page Bulletins in THIS General Orders
• MN Veterans Day on the Hill Info
• Legislative Caregiver Benefits News
• Commanders Testimonial Flyer
• Annual Secretary of State Renewal
• Quartermaster Warning • Cribbage Tournament 2017 • Bowling Tournament 2017 • Community Service
Record Book Contest &
• Poppy Order Form • VOD & Patriots Pen Winners • Best Feature Story &
Publications Contest • Bus Driver of the Year Form • Traveling Safety Report • Youth Activities Bulletin • Youth Activities Report Form • Scout of the Year Form • Teacher of the Year Information • VFW Employer of the Year Form
Roster Corrections
February 2017
FOURTH DISTRICT District Legislative Chair: Lee Bojarski, 2021 Eva Lane, South St Paul,
MN 55075, 612-462-3929
NINTH DISTRICT Post 1223: Commander- Roger Christopherson, PO Box 415, Dilworth
Post Chairmen: time is getting short to promote the program and get nominations.
Remember the deadlines:
Wednesday Feb 15th: nominations due at post for judging. Tuesday Feb 28th: nominations due at your district for judging. ***Make sure a separate Post Teacher Entry Form is filled out,
Signed, and attached to each nominees packet. Wednesday Mar 30th: nominees packets due at Department
H.Q’s for judging.
Make sure your section of the Post Teacher Entry Form is filled out and signed.
Forms for both Post and District reporting are included in these G. O.'s. They must be filled out and forwarded to reach Department
Hq’s by Thursday March 30th. ~Submitted by Jimmy White, Teach of the Year Chair
ARMED FORCES
SERVICE CENTER
VFW Commanders and members… our Troops are still on the move.
We are still in need of funds to take care of our Warriors and their families. It is hard to decide where your donations should go, but we assure you, every cent is used in the best way we know how… Please consider donating to the Armed Forces Service Center. Donations can be sent to: 4300 Glumack Drive- Lt 3693
Mpls.-St Paul International Airport St Paul, MN 55111
“Remember the Warriors of today are the VFW members of tomorrow”
BUDDY POPPY
February 2017 Department Poppy Chair Report: ORDER YOUR POPPY’S TODAY!
Poppy Definition: A poppy is a flowering plant in the subfamily Papaveroideae of the family Papaveraceae. Poppies are herbaceous plants, often grown for their colorful flowers. Following the trench warfare which took place in the poppy fields of Flanders during World War I, Poppies became a symbol of remembrance of soldiers who have died during wartime. For VFW Members and their Families, Poppies are very Sacred.
Core Program: The Buddy Poppy is a Core program of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and all monies collected from the promotion of Poppies goes into the Post Relief Fund to support the less fortunate Veteran and their family.
What can you do? All you do is, stand holding the Poppies at a given location and say hello to people as they approach. Wear your VFW/Auxiliary Shirt and Cover. Older folks know what the Poppies are and will provide a donation. Young people will ask what are they or what is this? Briefly tell them about Flanders Field, about our boys who died and are buried there and that Poppies grow across the Cemetery. Folks are tremendously generous and supportive once they know about the purpose. People will “Tear Up”, and tell you about their dads or family members who served. It’s Emotional. Tell them their donation stays Local and doesn’t go off to Washington D.C. They like that! Paul Mercer, VFW Department MN Poppy Chair 612-270-0190 [email protected]
Congratulations to all Posts and Auxiliaries that entered the Buddy Poppy Display Contest!
2nd Place Blaine #6316 3rd Place Everett McClay #1296
Category 4 No Entries
Category 5
1st Place Blaine #6316 2nd Place New York Mills #3289
3rd Place Mendota #6690
Mid-Winter Buddy Poppy Totals A total of 21,211 poppies were used. A total of 1,144 hours were recorded.
~Submitted by Paul Mercer, Buddy Poppy Chair
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
“As I told those in attendance at the Mid-Winter Conference Council of Administration: WELL DONE! The Department if 100% in reporting at least one Community Service Report from every Post in Minnesota. But we certainly do not want to stop there. Minnesota has an enviable record when it comes to Community Service. We routinely rank 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Nationally when all the numbers are tallied. Make sure, if you are a Commander or Chairman, to ask about activities that qualify in the categories of Americanism, Safety, Aid to Others, School and Church Assistance, and Youth. Hospital and Blood, also. It is easy to report and you will be so surprised how much is being done. Community Service Record books deadline is April 18th at Department Headquarters. Think about putting one together and your Post just might get an Award at the State Convention in June. Again, thank you for all that you do and keep on reporting.” FRANK PRESFIELD STATE COMMUNITY SERVICE CHAIRMAN
~Submitted by Frank Presfield, Community Service Chair
HISTORIAN
Books are due to Department by April 19, 2017
Are you ready?
Look for the Contest Guidelines in this General Orders.
These books are a great way to detail the history of your Post!
General Orders 9 February 2017
Membership Motivation
Congratulations to the 23 posts that were 100% membership by the Midwinter Conference. Special congratulations to post 1721 Palisade
for winning the drawing for a $1,000 stipend for the National Convention in New Orleans in July. If their commander is unable to
attend they will receive $500 for their relief fund.
The next 100% membership drawing is Saturday March 25th 6pm at the White Bear Lake VFW during the VFW State Hockey
Tournament. Over 120 posts are within 10 members of being 100%. And
nationally Minnesota is in 4th place in membership.
MEMBERSHIP
Currently Minnesota stands at 93.49%. We have 2,682 members to make it to 100%. This number seems rather daunting if we look at it
in its totality. However when broken up with all the posts in Minnesota the number becomes much more manageable. One of the greatest way to increase our membership is to go out door knocking
on the members that are in our Posts that have not yet paid their 2016 dues.
As of today they are no longer members of the VFW and that is a
horrible spot to be in. Let the members know what their membership does for their community and for veterans as a whole. We need the
numbers to keep Congress and the President interested in us. We can no longer sit idly by as our benefits are slowly stripped away. Those that were members before us worked too hard to get the benefits for us. We owe to those veterans that are coming after us. Let’s reverse the downward slide of the last years and make Minnesota grow in
membership again
Joe Mauricio & Barry Henriksen State Commander State Membership Chair
General Orders 10 February 2017
LEGISLATIVE
~Submitted by Tom McLaughlin, State Legislative Chair
VETERANS & MILITARY
SUPPORT
In an effort to show appreciation for the generous donations that
Sport Clips and Burger Kings have made, National has made plaques to hand out to local stores that have contributed.
We are working to get them handed out to District and Post
Commanders to distribute locally. If you distribute a plaque, please thank them for their support towards the Veterans and Military
Support program and see if you can get a picture with them (with your cover on preferably).
If so, please email them to [email protected]. Thanks in advance for your support with this program.
~Submitted by Scott Hanson, Veterans & Military Support Chair
POW/ MIA
UPDATE: January 13, 2017
MIA Update: The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced the identification of remains of nine Americans who had been missing in action from World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Returning home for burial with full military honors are: -- Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Sidney A. Cook was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division. Cook's unit was one of those tasked with securing the small island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll. Encountering fierce resistance by the Japanese, almost 1,000 Marines and sailors were killed and another 1,000 were wounded in the battle. Cook was killed on the first day of the battle, Nov. 20, 1943. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News- Stories/Article/1043288/marine-missing-from-world-war-ii- identified-cook/. -- Marine Corps Cpl. Walter G. Critchley was assigned to Company F, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, 2nd Marine Division. On Nov. 20, 1943, Critchley's unit landed on the small island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll against fierce Japanese resistance. Critchley was killed on Nov. 20, 1943. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News- Stories/Article/1043296/marine-missing-from-world-war-ii- accounted-for-critchley/.
-- Marine Corps Reserve 2nd Lt. Ernest Matthews was assigned to Headquarters Company, Headquarters Battalion, Division Special Troops, 2nd Marine Division. On Nov. 20, 1943, Matthews' unit landed against stiff Japanese resistance on the small island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll. Matthews was among approximately 1,000 Marines and sailors killed in the intense fighting. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News- Stories/Article/1043278/marine-missing-from-world-war-ii- identified-matthews/.
-- Marine Corps Pfc. James O. Whitehurst was assigned to Company E, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division. On Nov. 20, 1943, Whitehurst's unit landed on the small island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll against stiff Japanese resistance. Whitehurst was killed on the first day of the battle, one of approximately 1,000 Marines and sailors killed in the intense fighting. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News- Stories/Recent-News-Stories/Article/1043282/marine-missing-from-world-war-ii-identified- whitehurst/. -- Marine Corps Pfc. Larry R. Roberts was assigned to Special Weapons Group, 2nd Defense Battalion, Fleet Marine Force. Roberts' unit landed on the small island of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll on Nov. 20, 1943. After five days of intense battle against the Japanese, Roberts was declared killed in action on Nov. 25, 1943. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News-Stories/Article/1043285/marine-missing- from-world-war-ii-identified-roberts/. -- Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Charles E. Carlson was a P-47 pilot with the 62nd Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group, Eighth Air Force. Carlson was shot down south of Bonn, Germany, during an air battle between American and German pilots on Dec. 23, 1944. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News- Stories/Article/1046038/airman-missing-from-world-war-ii-identified-carlson/. -- Army Air Forces 1st Lt. William J. Gray was a member of the 391st Fighter Squadron, 366th Fighter Group. In April 1945, Gray flew his single seat P-47D aircraft on a dive-bombing mission in the vicinity of Lindau, Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany. After strafing a truck, Gray's aircraft clipped a tree and crashed. Gray was declared killed in action on April 16, 1945. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Recent-News- Stories/Article/1043300/airman-missing-from-world-war-ii-identified-gray/. -- Army Sgt. James W. Sharp was a member of Battery B, 57th Field Artillery Battalion, 31st Regimental Combat Team, 7th Infantry Division. In late November 1950, his unit was assembled with South Korean soldiers in the 31st Regimental Combat Team on the east side of the Chosin River, North Korea, when his unit was attacked by Chinese forces. Sharp was among 1,300 members of the RCT killed or captured in enemy territory and was declared missing on Dec. 6, 1950. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News- Stories/Recent-News-Stories/Article/1047133/soldier-missing-from-korean-war-identified- sharp/.
-- Marine Corps Reserve 1st Lt. William C. Ryan was an F-4B radar intercept officer with the Marine Fighter Attack Force 115, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine Force Pacific. While pulling out of a bombing pass over Savannakhet Province, Laos,
Ryan's aircraft was hit by enemy fire. Ryan failed to eject and was declared deceased as of May
11, 1969. Interment services are pending. Read more at: http://www.dpaa.mil/News- Stories/Recent-News-Stories/Article/1043272/marine-missing-from-vietnam-war-identified-
ryan/
AMERICANS ACCOUNTED FOR: A Marine Corps Reserve officer, 1st Lt William C. Ryan, was the first person since June of 2016 announced as accounted for from the Vietnam War. He was listed KIA/BNR on May 11, 1969, after the Phantom F4B in which he was the Radar Intercept
Officer was hit by enemy fire while on a bombing pass over Savannakhet Province, Laos. He failed to respond to the pilot’s repeated calls for his ejection after the aircraft was hit by enemy fire;
however, the pilot ejected before the aircraft crashed and others observed only one parachute leave the aircraft. This is the first Vietnam War ID announced since June of last year, so
the number now still missing and otherwise unaccounted for from the Vietnam War is 1,617. Let's hope this ID is the first of many in 2017.
The total accounted for since the end of the Vietnam War in 1975 is now 966. Another 63 US personnel, recovered by the US and identified before the end of the war, bring the total of US
personnel accounted for from the Vietnam War to 1,029. Of the 1,617 still missing (POW/MIA) and unaccounted-for (KIA/BNR), 90% were lost in Vietnam or in areas of Cambodia and Laos under Vietnam’s wartime control: Vietnam-1,261 (VN-463, VS-798); Laos-300; Cambodia-49;
PRC territorial waters-7. These country-specific numbers can and do fluctuate when investigations result in changes to loss locations. Since formation in 1970, the League has sought the return of all POWs, the fullest possible accounting for those still missing, and repatriation of
all recoverable remains. The Vietnam War ID announcement came in the midst of six IDs from WWII and one from the
Korean War. Of the six, five were recovered by History Flight, a non-government contractor with DPAA, and turned over to DPAA for ID in 2015, and one was the result of joint recovery. The
Korean War ID came from disinterment of remains buried in a US cemetery. The League is happy for the families whose loved ones’ remains were disinterred, individually identified and returned to them. Having said that, there was no uncertainty concerning their life or death, nor even about
circumstances of loss. JOINT FIELD RECOVERY IN CAMBODIA CANCELLED/RESCHEDULED: The New Year started off with news that the only DPAA-planned Joint Field Activity (JFA) scheduled for Cambodia in
Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) had been cancelled due to lack of funding. Initially contacted by a League member notified of this cancellation, a recovery operation that included her missing
brother’s case, the League quickly followed up to learn that DPAA had decided to proceed, but postponed the start-date and reduced the scope of the planned recovery’s in-country time from
Be sure to include all of your Youth Activity participation on BOTH the Youth Activity Report Form AND your monthly Community Service Report Forms.
Upcoming Events: BASEBALL: Willmar Post #1639 will Host 2017
(Marshall Post #742 to Host 2018) HOCKEY: March 24-26, 2017 – White Bear Lake Post #1782
(Dilworth Post #1223 to Host March 16-18, 2018)
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
**Interested in** Advertising
in the
State Hockey Tournament Program Book? Please contact
VFW Department Headquarters for Information at 651-291-1757.
~Submitted by Jim Hesselgrave, Youth Activities Chair
General Orders 17 February 2017
REMINDER It’s That Time of the Year Again — Annual Renewal of Your Post Articles of Incorporation are Due by December 31 to the Secretary of State
All registered businesses and nonprofits
must renew their Articles of Incorporation
each calendar year. For most business-
es there is no charge. This has to be
done online.
Businesses required to file include
corporations, limited liability companies
(LLCs), partnerships and nonprofits
(including VFW Posts). Failure to renew
will result in dissolution of your Non-Profit
Status. General Orders 18 February 2017
COMMANDERS – QUARTERMASTERS – TRUSTEES
WARNING!!! Taxes, Payroll Taxes and Other Post Debts Are YOUR Responsibility!
Comrades,
Recently, one of our Past Post Quartermasters was contacted relative to Unpaid Payroll
Taxes. This Quartermaster allowed the Club Manager to handle the Financial transactions of the Club Operation --- and the Payroll Taxes. Over a year and a half, the Club Manager failed to pay the aforementioned Payroll Taxes.
Long story – short, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recognizes the (in the VFW) Post
Quartermaster as the Chief Financial/Fiduciary Officer of the Post. They therefore started repayment/retribution proceedings against that Post Quartermaster and his personal assets.
It the past, the IRS, other agencies and Vendors have gone after the assets of the
Corporation or the Post. Times have changed, especially when Governmental Agencies are concerned! Additionally, they WILL prosecute that Officer in accordance of the Law. This includes jail or prison time and additional fines above the repayment of the debt.
The Department of Minnesota, Veterans of Foreign Wars recommends that ALL
Commanders, Quartermasters and Trustees stay on top of ALL Financial obligations of the Post, Club, Gambling or any other Financial commitments of subordinate Units. Additionally, we suggest that you contact your Accountant or a local Accountant to get a better understanding of the IRS and other Governmental Statutes as they apply to your various operations.
To ALL Quartermasters --- YOU MUST BE IN CONTROL OF ALL YOUR ASSETS AND
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS --- as YOU are the Chief Financial Officer of the Post and the FIRST TARGET of agencies like the Internal Revenue Service.!!!
Should you have any questions, PLEASE call at 651-291-1757 and we will do the best
we can to help you. THANK YOU!!
Yours In Comradeship, Tate R. Doom, State Adjutant-Quartermaster Department of Minnesota, VFW
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT RECORD BOOK: APRIL 18, 2017 1. This form must be filled in and attached to the inside cover of the Community Activities Record Book that
your Post enters in the Department Community Activities Record Book Contest. 2. Be sure to provide the name, address and zip code of the person to whom the Record Book should be
returned following the judging. (We prefer to use United Parcel Service, so please provide a mailing address that is not a Post Office Box. Prompt delivery is more certain when made to a street address.)
3. This form must be signed by the Post Commander. Send your entry: Department of MN, VFW Department of MN, VFW
Rice Street Station, PO Box 17146 20 W 12th St. St. Paul, MN 55117 St. Paul, MN 55155
Post No. City State Total Projects Total Hours Total Funds Since 4/1/16 (Volunteered) Used/Donated Total Post Total Auxiliary City Members as of 6/30/16 Members as of 6/30/16 Population
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES CHAIRMEN:
Post Auxiliary (Name of Chairman) (Name of Chairman)
JUDGES, NOTE THE FOLLOWING LEADING PROJECTS:
Category 1: (Amer. & Coop) Page ,
Category 2: (Safety) Page ,
Category 3: (Aid to Others) Page ,
Category 4: (School/Church) Page ,
Category 5: (VOD & Youth) Page ,
Category 6: (Hospital/Blood) Page ,
Signature -Post Commander:
Post Commander's Name (print):
Address:
City: State: Zip:
By United States Postal Service By UPS
Community Activities Record Book Entry Form 2016-2017
Return Record Book to: (for United Parcel Service delivery, if possible) Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
General Orders 22 February 2017
VFW COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES RECORD BOOK CONTEST
Post will compete with other Posts of similar size. Divisions for competition are as follows: DIVISION I - Posts with less than 100 members DIVISION II - Posts with 101 to 500 members DIVISION III - Posts with 501 or more members
Division will be determined by the total members reported by National Headquarters from the prior year on June 30, 2016.
Community Activities record books are permanent records of one year’s community service work. After the contests they may be put to practical use in promoting membership, proof of charity expenditures, and display to the community.
CONTEST GUIDELINES
1. Record books should contain community service projects that are completed during the period April 1 through the following March 31.
2. BOOK SIZE: Should be no larger 12 by 16 inches nor more than three inches thick. Make two or more volumes if thicker
than three inches. Number each volume, e.g., Volume I; Volume II, etc.
3. FASTENER and COVER: If books have metal posts, steel is preferable to brass or aluminum. If covers have decal’s, place self-adhesive clear plastic over the decal’s so they will not be damaged during shipping and handling. Please use superior quality page dividers and index tabbing; the extensive handling that the record books experience must be con- sidered.
4. CLIPPINGS AND PHOTOGRAPHS: Show dates and captions. Include supporting information.
5. ACCOUNTING OF EXPENSES: In a brief statement show how money was spent for each category (one to two pag-
es at the most for each category),
6. ARRANGEMENT OF BOOK: Enter each project by category. (Chronological or month by month listing makes your entry more difficult for the judges to evaluate.)
7. ENTRY FORM: Complete and fasten inside front cover of volume one.
8. MAIL OR SHIP RECORD BOOK ENTRY FOR THE DEPARTMENT CONTEST to Department Headquarter s.
PREPARING A RECORD BOOK
Posts and Auxiliaries carry on many projects which are of public service. The best way to tell the story of your Post and Auxilia- ry’s work in the community is through a Community Activity record book that contains evidence of the many projects and pro- grams your Post and Auxiliary perform. From the respective sections of the Community Service Record book, the following pro- grams will be judged: Americanism, Youth Activities and Safety. (There is NOT a separate Record book Contests for Amer- icanism, Youth Activities and Safety).
The contents of your record book should be so arranged and in such detail that it tells the story of each project, clearly and completely, to those who may read and judge it.
Posts and Auxiliaries should combine their community activity programs into one book or one set of books. The Post and its Auxiliary are judged as a unit.
Creditable community service projects will usually fit into one or more of the categories that are listed in the Community Activi- ties guide booklet. Select and list each project in only ONE category. DO NOT duplicate.
Remember, compile your book so the judges can easily read and evaluate the facts. Do not assume the judges are familiar with your Post or area. In other words, make your record book as complete as possible for it must “tell the story” of your com- munity service.
Attach all entries in the book securely, Make bindings strong and yet flexible so the books may be opened easily and fully. In- dex or summarize the activities and projects that are included in the book. The index or summary should be placed in front of the record book or at the front of each category or section. Apply titles or captions to photos, and datelines to newspaper clip- General Orders 23 February 2017
The entry form provides vital information to the Department judges concerning the number of members in your Post; the number of projects you have completed; the number of people who have benefited; the amount of money and time that has been spent (both Post and Auxiliary) and the size of your community.
Top winners in Department judging are those Posts and Auxiliaries who have performed, recorded, and entered evidence of their community activities.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITY RECORD BOOKS ARE DUE
IN DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS BY APRIL 18, 2017
WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, HOW and WHY are very important words in telling any story. By answering these questions you will help yourself in preparing an award winning record book.
Consistent winners start early in gathering data to place in the record book. They maintain a file of newspaper clippings, pic- tures, photo copies, etc.
If you live in an area where it is difficult to obtain newspaper articles of your Post or Auxiliary’s community activities, keep a camera handy. ONE PICTURE CAN REPLACE A LOT OF WORDS.
Record books are judged solely on the contents of the community service projects that are reported. It is not necessary to prepare an expensive or costly book. Record books are judged by their contents and not by their cover.
EVALUATING A RECORD BOOK
Listed on the check sheets are the principal categories which are found in the Community Activity Guide booklet. Each cate- gory is further subdivided into additional subheadings.
Each record book is evaluated thoroughly. A detailed study is made of the entries therein. Each creditable activity or project is recorded and scored. Points are given for each acceptable project that is reported. Several factors determine the point value that is awarded each project. They include (1) the extent to which the project is developed; (2) the effort, time and funds that have been expended; (3) the completeness or detail in which the project has been described and (4) the number of non-affiliated persons who have benefited by the project. When all of the projects have been evaluated and recorded on the check sheet, the points are then totaled to establish the final rating of the record book. Sometimes entries are re- examined several times to make certain they have been properly evaluated.
CATEGORIES FOR RECORDING PROJECTS The Community Activities Program is divided into SIX general categories: (1) AMERICANISM & COOPERATION WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS; (2) SAFETY; (3) AID TO OTHERS; (4) SCHOOL AND CHURCH ASSISTANCE; (5) YOUTH AND VOICE OF DEMOCRACY; 6) HOSPITAL/BLOOD. Your Community Service Record book SHOULD be put together in this order.
When making up a record book it is advisable to group your projects and programs into one of the above categories. If a project qualifies for more than one category, select and list it under one category. It will be given credit, regardless of wheth- er it is listed under the proper category. For example: Lite-a-Bike could be listed under categories one (Safety) or five (Youth and Voice of Democracy). Do not duplicate your efforts by placing them in each of the categories.
Remember, when compiling your community service record book you are telling a story of your work to judges who generally are not familiar with your efforts or community. The easier it is for the judges to read the facts, the easier it is for them to evaluate your work.
Remember, also if you enter your record book in other competitions, the judges will be less likely to know about the VFW Community Activities Program. Just like composing a good letter, let your record book present the story so there will be no misunderstanding.
There will be two Posts in our Department that will be selected as National Outstanding Community Service Posts. The award includes a plaque inscribed with the name of the VFW Post and it’s Auxiliary (if applicable), a $600 stipend to cover part of the 2016-2017 Post Commander’s expenses to the National Convention and publication of the Post’s name in the Convention program booklet.
5/31/16 General Orders 24 February 2017
DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA, V.F.W PROGRAMS MONTHLY REPORT FORM
(Reporting Year: April 1 – March 31) (Use this form to report each Calendar month’s activities.)
District # Post/Auxiliary # (One JOINT report per month)
REPORT for the calendar month of: PREPARED
Phone #:
Year: Title:
Email Address:
The following Community Activity Projects have been completed during this Calendar month: A. AMERICANISM AND COOPERATION WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS: 1 Organized and Assisted in Fund Drives (March of Dimes, Muscular Dystrophy, etc)
Describe
Hours 2 Flag Presentation or Education
Describe
Hours 3 Distribution of Literature
Describe
Hours 4 P.O.W./M.I.A. Program
Describe
Hours
# Members: $
# Members: $
# Members: $
# Members: $ 5 Loyalty, Memorial Day, Pearl Harbor, Veterans Day
Describe
Hours 6 Other Americanism Projects
Describe
# Members: $
CAT A B. SAFETY:
Hours Hours
# Members: # Members
$ Amount
7 Pedestrian Safety Describe
8 Drug Awareness Describe
Hours # Members: $
9 Recreational Safety
Describe
Hours # Members: $
Hours # Members: $
General Orders 25 February 2017
10
11
12
MONTH YEAR Highway Safety Describe
Hours # Members: $ Home and Fire Safety Describe
Hours # Members: $ Other Safety Projects Describe
Hours # Members: $ CAT B Hours # Members Amount
C. AID TO OTHERS: 13
14
15
16
Senior Citizens Describe
Hours # Members: $ Members/Family Describe
Hours # Members: $ Community Involvement & Recognition Describe
Hours # Members: $ Other Aid & Other Projects Describe
Hours # Members: $ CAT C Hours # Members Amount
D. SCHOOL AND CHURCH ASSISTANCE 17
18
Volunteerism in School Describe
Hours # Members: $ Other School or Church Projects Describe
Hours # Members: $ CAT D Hours # Members Amount
E. YOUTH 19
20
Sports Organizations Describe
Hours # Members: $ Voice of Democracy Describe
Hours # Members: $
General Orders 26 February 2017
21
22
MONTH YEAR Youth Essay Describe
Hours # Members: $ Other Describe
Hours # Members: $
CAT E Hours # Members Amount SUBTOTALS (Categories A, B, C, D and E)
Hours # Members Amount THESE FIGURES SHOULD BE ADDED TO CATEGORY F AND PUT ON PAGE (3)
F. HOSPITAL/ BLOOD: 23. (Report Activities for this month only.) DATE PROJECTS &
DESCRIPTIONS DONATIONS & SERVICES
PINTS OF BLOOD
TOTAL HOURS
TOTAL MILES
# OF MBRS
# OF PATIENTS VISITED
COLUMN TOTALS: DOLLAR VALUES: X $75 X $.14
To be added to 25, 26 and $ - $ - 27 below.
Add Total above to: Line 27 Line 27 Line 25 Line 27 Line 26 TOTALS FROM CATEGORIES A, B, C, D, E, AND F
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE FILLED OUR OR NO CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN!!!! 25 Number of hours members donated to complete projects on this
26 Total numbers of members actively involved in completing projects 27 Total amount of monies used/donated to complete projects on this
PLEASE RETURN TO:
Frank Presfield Community Service Rice Street Station- PO Box 17146 St Paul, MN 55117
MONTHLY REPORT DEADLINE:
This form MUST BE Postmarked by the 20th day of the following month and into the Department Office no later than the 25th.
Revised 4/26/15
General Orders 27 February 2017
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA
NEW POPPY ORDER FORM
As of 1/2015
Date
POST/AUXILIARY LOCATION NO. DISTRICT Poppy Department Department of Minnesota, V.F.W. Rice Street Station, P.O. Box 17146 St. Paul, MN 55117 Please place our order for the following: Buddy Poppies (Assembled) @ $125.00 per 1,000………………….…………$ Buddy Poppy Parts @ $625.00 per 5,000*……………………………..………$
*Poppy Parts will only ship in quantities of 5,000 and WILL NOT be broken up
Poppy cards, easel-back @ $1.00 each (For re-sale to merchants)....…………….… $ Poppy coin canisters @ $1.15 each ………………………….…….…………$ Poppy promotion caps @ $.30 each…………………………………………… $ Poppy promotion buttons @ $.30 each…………………………….……….….. $ "Buddy Poppy" MEMORIAL WREATH @ $4.50 each………………....……. $ Story of the "Buddy Poppy" @ $6.50 sold only in pkg of 100…………..……. $
TOTAL AMOUNT OF ORDER……………………………………………$
Ship the above to: Title
Address: (Street No., Rte.No., etc. **NO PO BOX**) (Town and State) (Zip)
PLEASE NOTE: Poppy orders are shipped via UPS. To avoid delay, please give a street address or route number. U.P.S. CANNOT DELIVER TO A POST OFFICE BOX.
Signed Title **Important information to fill out on the back. IF you do not complete this information, your order
will not be shipped until January 1st**
FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY: Date received Date recorded Date shipped
Partial shipment Order completed Date Paid/Invoiced
Revised July 2016 General Orders 28 February 2017
IMPORTANT
None of this Material will be included with your order unless requested
PLEASE INDICATE HOW MANY, IF ANY, YOU NEED OF THE ITEMS LISTED BELOW.
THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL. REQUEST ALL YOU NEED, BUT NO MORE THAN YOU WILL USE.
POPPY DEPARTMENT Department of Minnesota, V.F.W.
Please include the following with our Poppies:
QUANTITY ITEM
Arm bands
"Help for the promotion worker". Hints on how to do a more effective job of promoting Poppies.
Pledge cards.
Receipt books will be furnished automatically at no additional cost with each order of 25 easel-back cards. This receipt can be used by the merchant as proof of a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION.
Please Fill out the below information.
**If you do not fill it out your shipment will be filled after January 1st**
When do you need your orders (Circle one) Preferred Delivery method (Circle One
A-Immediately (Ships same day UPS *NO PO BOX*) 1-Ship via UPS (*NO PO BOX*)
B-Within in a Month or write in a date below 2-Pickup Directly at Department Headquarters **Poppy Cards may be
shipped separately** C- After January 1st (Will ship first in first out)
Revised July 2016 General Orders 29 February 2017
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General Orders 30 February 2017
For more information on the 2016-2017 Post and District Publications Contest: contact, Department Publications and Public Relations Chair.
The 2016-2017 Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and District Publications Contest recognizes excellence in Post and District publications. Entries will be judged on content, design, pictures and graphics (where relevant), and overall quality. Awards will be presented to the winners at the Department Convention and will include a Sweepstakes Award to the best overall publication.
Any Minnesota VFW Post or District that regularly publishes a newspaper or newsletter for its members may enter. Awards will be presented for first, second, and honorable mention, if judged applicable, to the winners. Entries will be judged by Membership Category - 99 and less; 100-179; and 180 or more. If your Post has a web site, it must be recognized by the Department of Minnesota and listed as such in the Department's list of Posts. The web site should be easy to access, please keep it up to date as well as informative for your members. We will be searching through the web sites from time to time throughout the year.
Please submit your entries early. Deadline is March 1, 2017. Send your two (2) best issues, printed between January 2016 and December 2016. Place your entry in a 9 X 12 envelope and clearly identify it by writing “Publications Contest” on the outside. Include your return address and enclose the completed form below.
MAIL TO: Department of Minnesota, V.F.W. Publications and Public Relations Rice St Station - PO Box 17146 St Paul, MN 55117
Entries will NOT be returned, and the judges’ decisions will be final ***************************************************************************************************************
ENCLOSE THIS FORM WITH YOUR POST/DISTRICT ENTRY!
POST/DISTRICT # COMMANDER’S NAME
ADDRESS Phone EDITOR’S NAME
ADDRESS Phone
NAME OF PUBLICATION
How many times published annually
CATEGORIES:
POSTS: SMALL (99 or Fewer) MEDIUM (100-179) LARGE (180 or more)
DISTRICTS: SMALL (1,299 or less) MEDIUM (1,300-2,099) LARGE (2,100 or more)
Membership total
2016 – 2017 ANNUAL PUBLICATIONS CONTEST
DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
OF THE UNITED STATES
General Orders 31 February 2017
Best Feature Story Contest Publications 2016-2017
The Department of Minnesota, along with the National Organization, is now recognizing your Best Feature Story.
Eligibility: All VFW Members and their Auxiliaries Length: 300 Words or More Published Date: January 1 to December 31, 2016 (The story must be a published article and can be
originally written by your newspaper staff or by a freelance writer from a newspaper within your state.
Topic: State VA departments, Local military units deploying overseas, Local troop support operations, VFW Programs, Dedication of state Veterans memorials, and editorials advocating positions on veterans issues within your state.
Please Fill out the below form & send it to Department Headquarters by March 1, 2017 Department of Minnesota, VFW Rice Street Station PO Box 17146 Saint Paul, MN 55155
Please attach a copy of the publication where the article was printed (clippings are fine).
All Articles will be judged on: Topic Knowledge: Shows knowledge of the theme and use of research. Topic Development: Answers, relevant facts—who, what, where, when and why. Relates to writer’s own
experiences. Clarity of Ideas: Provides a clear explanation of the writer’s interpretation of the theme.
If you have any questions if your Article would be acceptable please call Melody at Department headquarters 651-291-1757 or email at [email protected]
Cut out the form below and submit to Department Headquarters along with proof of publication
Name/Post:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Date Published:
Topic of Article:
General Orders 32 February 2017
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER AWARD DIRECTIONS: Each VFW Post/Auxiliary may nominate one (1) School Bus Driver for the Safe
Student Transportation Award by completing this form. NOTE NEW DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2017 Candidate applications must be the hands of the Department
Chairman Vern Bolle Jr. for judging no later than this date. Send Entries to: Dept of MN Veterans of Foreign Wars
Attn: Safety Chair Rice Street Station PO Box 17146 St Paul, MN 55117
Post/Auxiliary sponsoring nomination # VFW District #
Post/Auxiliary Commander/President Signature
Post/Auxiliary
Safety Chairman Date
Post/Auxiliary Safety Chairman PHONE Email
School Bus Driver's name School
Bus Driver’s Address:
Phone Email
The following questions are to be completed by Driver's Supervisor. I (Print Supervisors Name) acknowledge and attest to accuracy of
the following information for this school bus driver (Print Name)
1. Is Bus Driver's drivers license current (yes or no)
2. Minnesota Law requires school bus drivers to undergo a criminal history background investigation. Are the background check results for this person on file?
3. Total number of years of driving school bus.
4. Lifetime total number of "chargeable accidents" that occurred while driving a bus (Driver cited/fined)
5. Lifetime total number of "moving violations" that occurred while driving a bus. (Driver cited/fined)
6. Is person currently a school bus driver?
7. Present route's miles driven (total, round trip per day)
8. Present route's number of children transported on an average day. (Calculate each student only once)
9. Average number of minutes driven per daily morning route?
10. Average number of minutes driven per daily evening route?
11. Number of extra-curricular bus trips in an average month. (Calculate each game or field trip as one).
12. Total number of years that I have supervised this person
Supervisor's Signature Date General Orders 33 February 2017
-MORE-
THIS PORTION OF THE APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED BY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Safety Award is to acknowledge and honor the services and contributions that school bus drivers selflessly provide for the safety, care and well-being of our children. The Veterans of Foreign Wars provide local awards. From among the local awards winners, one top winner is then selected in each of the nine (9) VFW Districts. One State Winner is then selected and honored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars at their State Convention in June 2017.
DIRECTIONS:
As a School principal, please write a brief letter of reference on behalf of the local candidate that attests to this candidate's character and devotion to the service and well being of school children. Please include specific examples. The information may be written in the space below (signed/dated) or you may choose to attach a letter. (Please sign and date)
SCHOOL NAME
PRINCIPAL'S NAME DATE
UPDATED 5/30/16
General Orders 34 February 2017
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA
TRAVELING SAFETY TROPHY
I. District Commanders and Post Commanders please pass this along to your Safety Chairperson.
II. The following requirements for participation in and winning of the Department of
Minnesota Traveling Safety Trophy for 2016-2017 are as follows:
A. To be eligible, your Post or Auxiliary must enter a Community Service Recordbook.
1. The first page of the Community Service Recordbook must show
Post name, Post number and location of Post or Auxiliary. This form will be sent to all Posts/Auxiliaries by the State Community Service Chairman via the General Orders.
2. Your Community Service Recordbook (Category 2 - Safety) will be
judged on the number of Safety Projects completed as well as the quality of the project. Document your projects with newspaper articles, pictures and other verifications.
3. The six basic Safety Programs are: Pedestrian Safety; Drug
Awareness; Recreational Safety; Highway Safety; Home/Fire Safety; Recognition/Other. You do not have to complete all six (6) programs to qualify for this award.
4. Is your Recordbook presented in chronological order or in a manner
easily understandable? It is to your advantage to write up each project as completely as possible.
5. How did the Community benefit from the Safety projects sponsored
or offered by your Post or Auxiliary? Was this apparent in your Recordbook?
B. Entries must be in the Department Office by April 18, 2017 so that the
entries may be judged and the Trophy engraved by Convention time.
THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS!
AWARDS
FIRST PLACE $40.00 + TRAVELING TROPHY SECOND PLACE $35.00 + CERTIFICATE THIRD PLACE $30.00 + CERTIFICATE
- OVER - V.F.W DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA
General Orders 35 February 2017
SAFETY REPORT Post/Auxiliary # District Location
Post/Auxiliary Membership
Chairman's Name Reporting Period from to
The following Safety Categories have been completed:
1. Highway Safety AAA Driver Improvement Program 55 Alive/Mature Driving – AARP National Safety Council Youth Driver Education Classes Buddy System
2. Drug Awareness
Contact and Supply your local Police Department Social Services and Schools Support Drug, Treatment - self-help Groups Assist Established Programs
3. Recreational Safety
Hunter Safety, Boating Safety, Snowmobile Safety, Play Ground Safety
Completion of all six categories are not required. Pick one or two and do a good job. Community Service Recordbooks are required for the top 5 winners. Who, What, When, Where, How and Why - Involve the Community. If classes or Seminars are held, a list of names of the people taking classes must be included.
List your local media for news releases:
Newspapers Radio & TV Stations
Vernon Bolle Jr., Chairman Safety Program Department of Minnesota, VFW
DEADLINE: April 18, 2017 THIS FORM SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE CATEGORY 2 - SAFETY
SECTION OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICE RECORDBOOK
General Orders 36 February 2017
YOUTH ACTIVITIES REPORT FORM
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING FORM AND SEND TO YOUR DISTRICT YOUTH ACTIVITIES CHAIRMAN (SEE LIST ON THE BACK)
POST NAME NO. DISTRICT
BASEBALL
HOCKEY
BAND
SONS OF VETS
JR. BOWLING
TEEN DANCES
SCOUTS
FOOTBALL
FIREARMS SAFETY
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
EASTER EGG HUNT
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
YOUTH ESSAY
GIFTED SOFTBALL
OTHERS:
SEND COMPLETED REPORT TO YOUR DISTRICT YOUTH ACTIVITIES CHAIRMAN by April 15th
If your Post intends to participate in the Scrapbook contest, SEND A COPY of this report with the scrapbook.
You can find the necessary information in your Post Community Service records and Quartermaster books.
PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM even if you haven’t done anything….which I find hard to believe!!! Then, WRITE NONE ACROSS THE BLANK REPORT.
5/8/14
TIME # OF YOUTH # OF MEMBERS APPROXIMATE TYPE OF ACTIVITY INVOLVED INVOLVED INVOLVED COST TO POST
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General Orders 39 February 2017
Scout of the Year Program
WHAT IS THE SCOUT OF THE YEAR PROGRAM? Annually, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States awards three individuals who are: Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award recipients and/or Sea Scout Quartermasters who have risen above their peers in exemplifying the qualities of that rank. Awards are as follows:
$5,000 1st place National scholarship $3,000 2nd place National scholarship $1,000 3rd place National scholarship
AM I ELIGIBLE? To be eligible for the award, the candidate must:
• Be a registered, active member of a Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship.
• Be the recipient of the Eagle Scout Award, Girl Scout Gold Award, Venture Summit Award or Sea Scout Quartermaster Award.
• Have demonstrated exemplary citizenship in school, Scouting and community.
• Have reached his or her 15th birthday and be enrolled in high school or home schooled at the time of selection.
Applicants still in high school who reach their 18th birthday during the nomination year remain eligible if otherwise qualified. A Scout may enter through only one VFW Post. Prior National Scout of the Year winners are ineligible. A local Post can be identified by zip code at www.vfw.org.
WHAT ARE THE DEADLINES? • Deadline for entry to VFW Post is March 1.
• One candidate with full entry criteria must be submitted by a VFW Post to the next level of judging by April 1. The VFW Department (state) Scouting chair- man can provide this information.
• The Department winner must be selected and submitted by their Department (state) Scouting chairman to the VFW National Headquarters by May 1.
Questions should be directed to Kris Harmer at 816-756-3390 ext 6117 or emailed to [email protected].
WHAT DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED?
The following documentation should be submitted:
• Photograph of the Scout — must be attached to this form. The Scout must appear in correct, complete uniform for their current rank. Recommended
size 3" x 5".
Official Entry Form
VFW Scout of the Year Program
MUST BE COMPLETED BY EACH CONTESTANT and submitted DIRECTLY TO A VFW POST IN YOUR COMMUNITY.
Name: First, M.I., Last
Address
City, State, Zip
( ) Home Phone Email
Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy) Scout Troop Number SCOUT/VENTURE CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing information is accurate and if I am the winner, I will make myself available to receive the award at a presentation ceremony as designated by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Scout/Venture Signature Date (mm/dd/yyyy) UNIT LEADER'S CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the above-named Scout/Venture is an active member of our unit and the information supplied by the candidate is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Unit Leader's Signature Date (mm/dd/yyyy) PARENT'S CONSENT I hereby certify that all information on this application is correct. I willingly submit this name for consideration as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States' Scout of the Year. If this individual is selected as the winner, I will ensure that he/she is allowed to attend a presentation ceremony as designed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
• High School Participation Record — a single page, one sided resume of the candidate’s high school activities indicating academic achievements, offices held, honors received and significant participation in other activities.
Father, Mother or Guardian Signature Date (mm/dd/yyyy)
DISTRICT CERTIFICATION IF APPLICABLE, CHECK WITH THE VFW
DEPARTMENT (STATE) SCOUTING CHAIRMAN
DISTRICT #:
DISTRICT CDR.:
DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY DEPT (STATE) VFW SCOUT-
ING CHAIRMAN OR DEPT. COMMANDER
DEPARTMENT:
SUBMITTED BY:
SIGNATURE:
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• Scouting Record — maximum of three pages, one side only, listing of all Scouting participation beginning with Cub Scouts or Brownies - years of par- ticipation, unit numbers and sponsors. Also include when Eagle, Gold, Summit or Quartermaster Award was received and Palms. Identify leadership positions held at all levels, participation in Scouting activities (jamborees, Order of the Arrow conferences, etc.) and the candidate’s Eagle Scout, Girl Scout Gold Award, Venture Summit or Sea Scout Quartermaster Project.
• Community Service Record — a single page, one sided resume listing partici- pation in community and religious service organizations (excluding Scouting and school), noting leadership positions held and any recognition received.
• Letters of Recommendation — Submit three letters, no more than two pages in length from:
• A scout leader.
• A community member.
• A teacher/faculty member (if homeschooled, a parent letter is allowed).
• In addition, you may include one or two additional letters, no more than two pages in length from local community members who have special knowledge of the candidate's abilities/accomplishments.
• Completed Entry Form – submitted to a local VFW Post. Local Posts can be identified by zip code at www.vfw.org.
WHO MAKES UP THE VFW SCOUTING TEAM? The backbone of Scouting in the VFW is the VFW Scouting Team. These VFW members are deeply involved in Scouting, most with decades of experience.
Appointed by their Department commander, they are responsible for promoting Scouting in their state. They are available to encourage Posts to sponsor units, support units and individual Scout projects. They should be the Department’s “expert” on all phases of Scouting. Many Departments have multiple members of the VFW Scouting Team, but every Department should have at least one individual to promote the values of Scouting to youth and to the VFW itself. For more information on the VFW Scouting Team call 816-756-3390 ext 6117 or e-mail [email protected].
Veterans of Foreign Wars Kansas City, Missouri 816-756-3390 ext 6117
USE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION TO COMPLETE THE ATTACHED:
The guidelines listed below are intended to help clarify the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award reporting process and to ensure that all participation and expenses incurred by Posts/Auxiliaries are completely and accurately reported for proper credit:
TOTAL POST PARTICIPATION
List Posts in your District that had a declared winner. Please list the participating Posts in numerical order on the report form.
TOTAL AUXILIARY PARTICIPATION
If Post has an Auxiliary, credit their participation by indicating YES or NO.
TOTAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS Number of schools that had teachers nominated.
TOTAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPATING TEACHERS
Number of teachers that actually were nominated.
AWARDS AND MONEY EXPENDED Total dollar values of awards presented to teacher participants at Post & District level. All additional moneys allocated and expended in conducting their program. (Banquet, gifts, medals, citations, etc.)
Forwarding Smart/Maher VFW Natl Citizenship Education Teacher Award District Winners to Department
District Chairman: The District winner’s materials that should be forwarded to the Department Chairman (immediately after the District judging is completed) are:
1. District winner’s original nomination form and essay of 350 words or less signed by person
nominating the teacher. 2. District winner’s official Post Teacher Entry form w/signatures at Post & District level. 3. One page resume (no more than two sides). 4. Up to 5 pages (both sides) of additional documentation (i.e. news articles, supervisor’s
recommendations.) 5. Good quality head and shoulders photograph (low grade computer printouts will not be
accepted.)
If you have any questions, please contact VFW Programs (816) 756-3390 x 287 [email protected]
DISTRICT REPORTING GUIDELINES FOR THE
SMART/MAHER VFW NATIONAL CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION TEACHER AWARD
The VFW Posts and Auxiliaries identified in this report participated in the VFW annual Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year Award Program.
GRAND TOTALS FOR POST COMPETITION: (list totals taken from District report forms)
PLEASE NOTE: GIVE THIS REPORT TO DEPARTMENT CHAIRMAN
The report form and this summary should be in the hands of your Department Teacher Award Chairman (or Citizenship Ed Chrm) immediately following the completion of your District judging.
DISTRICT PARTICIPATION SUMMARY REPORT FOR THE SMART/MAHER VFW NATIONAL
CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION TEACHER AWARD
General Orders 43 February 2017
POST #
AUXILIARY
NUMBER OF
PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS
NUMBER OF TEACHERS NOMINATED
POST $
AMOUNT EXPENDED
GUIDELINES FOR REPORTING ARE LISTED ON THE ENCLOSED LETTER. PLEASE REVIEW.
DISTRICT REPORT FORM FOR THE SMART/MAHER VFW NATIONAL CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION
TEACHER AWARD
General Orders 44 February 2017
Post Teacher Entry Form (Make a Copy for each category winner.)
Post winner must provide a one page resume (no more than two sides), up to 5 pages of documentation (news articles or supervisors recommendations) and a good quality head and shoulders photo (no low grade computer printouts) to substantiate his/her nomination to the Post Chairman who will forward the packet to District Chairman.
Post/Ladies Auxiliary Chairman Section
I certify that the teacher named above is the duly selected Post winner of the National Citizenship Education Teacher Award Program in his/her grade level category and is our Post’s authorized entry into the District finals. Deadline: February 28, 2017 to District Chairman/designated District representative.
Signature of Post Commander/Chairman VFW Post No. Phone ( )
Post Address/PO Box (City, State, Zip)
Signature of Auxiliary President/Chairman Auxiliary No. Phone
Auxiliary Address/PO Box (City, State, Zip)
Total number of schools participating Total number of teacher nominations for all categories:
Total dollar amount spent by Post/Ladies Auxiliary for awards for all categories and other (citations, gifts, medals, banquet): $
District/Ladies Auxiliary Chairman Section
I certify that the teacher named above is the duly selected District winner of the National Citizenship Education Teacher Award in his/her grade level category and is our District’s entry into the Department finals. Deadline for all District entries to Department is March 15, 2017. Must include the Post winner’s original application, essay, resume and up to five pages of documentation and a good quality head and shoulders photo (no low grade computer print outs).
Signature of Dist. Commander/Chairman Dist. No._ Phone ( )
Address/PO Box (City, State, Zip)
Signature of Auxiliary Dist. President/Chairman Dist. No. Page 1 of 2
Phone ( )
General Orders 45 February 2017
Address/PO Box (City, State, Zip)
Total number of schools participating: Total number of teacher nominations for all categories:
List all Posts participating in program:
Total dollar amount spent by Posts/Auxiliaries for awards for all categories and other (citations, gifts, medals, banquet): $
VFW Department Commander/Chairman Section
I certify that the teacher listed above is the duly selected winner of the 2016 – 2017 National Citizenship Education Teacher Award in our Department in his/her grade level and is our official entry into the National judging. April 15, 2017 is the deadline for all Department entries to National Citizenship Education Department. VFW National Headquarters, 406 W 34 St, Kansas City, MO 64111. No extensions permitted.
I hereby certify that our teacher HAS BEEN or WILL BE (circle one) notified that they are the first place state winner in their grade level on the following date REMEMBER: National Headquarters will contact your winner and Department Adjutant if he/she is selected as the National Winner.
Signature of Dept. Commander/Chairman Phone ( )
Address/PO Box (City, State, Zip)
Note: Be sure this form is entirely completed before sending to National Headquarters with your state winner’s original nomination form, essay, one page resume, up to five pages of documentation and a good quality head and shoulders photograph no low grade computer printouts). Remember this form is due back to VFW National Headquarters Citizenship Education Department by April 15th. 2017.
Page 2 of 2 General Orders 46 February 2017
TEACHER’S AWARD JUDGING SCORE SHEET
JUDGING CRITERIA
CITIZENSHIP – 1-25 Points- On a scale of 1-25, to what extent does the teacher encourage and/or model good citizenship and community involvement?
INNOVATION – 1-25 Points- On a scale of 1-25, how much innovation (new ideas, new tools, new resources, and new approaches) does this teacher utilize in the classroom? Does this teacher’s effort reflect an ongoing desire to stimulate the students with new things?
RESOURCES – 1-25 Points- On a scale of 1-25, to what degree has this teacher demonstrated an ability to identify and utilize new and exceptional resources to fund, facilitate and provide materials for his or her classroom? Does this teacher tap into outside agencies, organizations and individuals to acquire materials and expertise in the classroom? As an example- bringing speakers, finding in-kind and monetary donations, utilize local opportunities like museums, field trips and local events.
PASSION – 1-25 Points- On a scale of 1-25, to what degree does this teacher appear to be passionate about the profession of teaching? Are they regularly seeking to upgrade their skills? Do they try and find ways to encourage their students? Do they take a personal interest in their student’s individual success?
DATE POST # GRADE LEVEL K-5 6-8 9-12
JUDGE’S NAME (please print)
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE
NOTE: Judges should be carefully selected, preferably from individuals who have classroom experience and understand the challenges of teaching. They should never have any affiliation with the nominees or the schools where the nominees teach. While it may be necessary to use VFW and its Auxiliary members, it is preferred that judges come from outside our ranks to avoid the appearance of impropriety. During the judging, the chairman should facilitate and observe but refrain from offering his or her observations on the candidates. The judges are encouraged to discuss the candidates but must arrive at their own numerical evaluation using the grid above. Make sure all judges are kept aware of the progress of the teachers they have judged and are invited to any awards presentations.
TEACHER’S NAME CITIZENSHIP INNOVATION RESOURCES PASSION TOTAL (1-25 points) (1-25 points) (1-25 points) (1-25 points) (possible 100 points)
Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Advancement Form (Post Teacher Entry Form)
(Attach to original Post entry documentation for each teacher nominated.)
Nominee’s Full Name
Street City State Zip
Home Phone Social Security Number _ Grade level ❍ K-5 ❍ 6-8 ❍ 9-12
Name of School School’s Phone
School Address Post/Ladies Auxiliary Chairman Section
Due to District February 28, 2017
I certify that the teacher named above is the duly selected Post winner of the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award Program in his/her grade level category and is our Post’s authorized entry into the District finals.
Signature of Post Commander/Chairman VFW Post No. Phone
Post Address
Signature of Ladies Auxiliary President/Chairman Auxiliary No. Phone
Address
Total number of teacher nominations for all categories
categories and other (citations, gifts, medals, banquet) $
Total dollar amount spent by Post/Ladies Auxiliary for awards for all
District/Ladies Auxiliary Chairman Section Due to Department March 15, 2017
I certify that the teacher named above is the duly selected District winner of the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award in his/her grade level category and is our District’s entry into the Department finals.
Signature of Dist. Commander/Chairman Dist. No. Phone
Address
Signature of Auxiliary Dist. President/Chairman Dist. No. Phone
Address
List all Posts participating in program
Total dollar amount spent by Posts/Auxiliaries for awards for all categories and other (citations, gifts, medals, banquet) $
VFW Department Commander/Chairman Section
I certify that the teacher listed above is the duly selected winner of the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award in our Department in his/her grade level and is our official entry into the National judging. This winner will be/was notified that they are the first place state winner in their grade level on the following date:
Signature of Dept. Commander/Chairman Phone _
Address
Note: Be sure this form is entirely completed before sending to National Headquarters with your state winner’s original nomination form, essay, one page resume, up to five pages of documentation and a good quality head and shoulders photograph. Remember this form is due back to VFW National Headquarters Programs Department by April 5th.
Mail to: VFW PROGRAMS, VFW NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, 406 W. 34TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO 64111.
General Orders 50 February 2017
Rev.5/30/16
The Employer of the Year Award is given each year in recognition to employers whose policies and achievements in hiring, promoting, and training of veterans, with special emphasis on disabled veterans, is outstanding.
ELIGIBILITY: Any individual, corporation or agency with an exceptional record of employing veterans.
NOMINATIONS: Any individual may nominate a candidate for this award. The Department will select one candidate to honor in each of the subcategories. Deadline is February 1, 2017 for nominees to reach Department Headquarters.
CATEGORIES: Employers with less than 250 total employees (SMALL) Employers with more than 250 total employees private sector(LARGE) Employers with more than 250 total employees who are federal contractors (LARGE)
PROCEDURE: Recommendations should include a statement detailing the exceptional character of the nominees' accomplishments in providing employment services to veterans
Recommendations must include, but not limited to: Nominees name Business address City State Zip Name and telephone number of a contact Type of business
Total number employees Percentage who are veterans % Total number of veterans Percentage who are disabled veterans % Total number of non-veterans Percentage who are non-veterans % Total number of disabled veterans
Number hired last year Percentage of new hired veterans % Number of veterans hired Percentage of disabled Veterans % Number of disabled veterans hired Percentage of non-veterans % Number of non-veterans hired
Does the employers' regulations/policies provide preference for veterans in: Recruiting Placement Promotion (Indicate yes or no and include a paragraph of explanation)
Retirement Policy: Is military service credited in retirement computation? The date the company was established and the average employees in the past five years Is the business seasonal? (If yes, indicate if full or part time employees) On a separate sheet describe employer's policy on employment and advancement of veterans and attach a
copy of the policy. Explain why you believe this nominee should receive the annual "Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars Employer of the Year" award.
NOTE: Except as required above, do not submit still film, movie film, filmed spots, tape recordings, transcripts, records, drawings, diagram, meeting programs, books or other material that does not support the requested information.
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