Senior Vice Commander Mark English presented the VFW's ROTC Award to freshman AFROTC UW cadet, Huy Tran, during the University of Washington's Joint Service Review May 26. Cadet Tran received the award, medal and $100 check for being highly ranked by his peers.
We had a wonderful time participating in Ballard's Syttende Mai Parade May 17. Thank you to the family and friends who came out and supported us! We hope to continue the tradition next year so mark your calendars for May 17, 2024.
Continuing our efforts to engage the community, we are organizing an Armed Forces Day-themed social on May 18. The event will feature a special performance by the esteemed I Corps Brass Quintet. Additionally, the Washington National Guard's 181st BSB A co static display will allow attendees to get an up-close look at military equipment and vehicles. Please RSVP with Aly by May 16 at commander@vfwseattle.org.
Our Auxiliary is organizing a pancake feed for May 27 in the morning. They need volunteers! Please contact President Sean Peat at auxiliary@vfwseattle.org if you or your family members are available to help.
Post 3063 is proud to participate in the National VFW's Day of Service program. In May posts around the country are organizing service events in order to give back to their communities. We will do the same by picking up litter at Golden Gardens on May 27 at 2 pm. Comrade Jesse Basher has reserved a shelter on the north end of the park so be prepared to meet there or talk to him if you're interested in shuttling from the Ballard Elks. Also bring a dish and beverages for the cookout. (We'll provide the meat, buns and condiments...and also Gatorade, of course!)
