Auxiliary Outreach
Volunteering is second nature for VFW Auxiliary members. It’s what we do, how we do it, where we do it and why we do it – because it’s always the right thing to do.
What it is
Core programs + community partnershipsWhile emphasis is placed on our core VFW and Auxiliary Programs, Auxiliaries also partner with other community organizations. Auxiliaries can report and be recognized for such community work through the Auxiliary Outreach Program.
When an entire Auxiliary partners with another organization outside our own, it is considered Auxiliary Outreach if the project was approved by the Auxiliary and recorded in the meeting minutes prior to the project.
Auxiliary Outreach gives members the opportunity to work together alongside other organizations to strengthen local communities and to be recognized in doing so.
Examples
Community impact- Participation in walks that benefit other organizations (event spotter, water station volunteer, timekeeper). Walking or running is not included.
- Working with local police on child ID kits.
- Fire safety and prevention projects with firefighters.
- Hosting CPR training with EMTs.
- Handing out food at soup kitchens.
- Partnering with animal shelters for spay and neuter clinics.
- Providing house volunteers for community theatre performances.
- Tree planting, adopt-a-park initiatives, and community art installations.
