Valorie Wrinkle

3855 NW Montgomery Avenue

Redmond, OR 97756

541-678-3894

vjwrinkle@gmail.com

2024-2025

SEPTEMBER

First, I would like to thank everyone who attended a Training Academy in August. You were all willing to give up a Saturday to come and learn more about our programs, discuss meeting protocol, explore the Department and National websites, and so much more. It was great to see you there! I hope you all enjoyed it and took home some tools to help you be a more successful Auxiliary member or officer. Always remember, the Department is here to be a resource for you.

If you were unable to attend an Academy, I hope you are at least taking the time to explore the Department website as well as the National website. On the Department website: (www.vfwauxor.org)you will find articles from the Chairmen and officers that will keep you up to date on what is happening with the Department of Oregon as well as information on upcoming events, programs, etc. On the National website (www.vfwauxiliary.org) you can find member resources such as the 2024 Podium Edition and Bylaws, the "Building on the Auxiliary Foundation,” and the 2024-2025 National Program book in addition to links to information on the individual programs we support. There is also a tab called National Program Blogs where you can find posts from the National Ambassadors. If you scroll down to the bottom of the screen, on the left-hand side you will see a link for "Online Training Academies.” This is another great resource for you and your members.

If you are an officer at any level of the organization, you will have access to a tab called "Duties” where you will find reports and other information you may need to do your job. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen and you will find a link called "Officer Resources” where you will find forms and other information specific to your office. It is important to know that you cannot break anything by exploring either website, so feel free to check them out. These websites are meant to be tools for you.

As always, feel free to call any one of us if you have any questions or need help. We are here to assist you and support you in any way we can.

Have a great month and enjoy your upcoming District meetings!