To instill patriotism within our youngest members, Modern Woodmen developed the Remember Our Vets program. It gives club members the opportunity to honor veterans through words and actions, by placing flags on graves or by creating greeting cards for those hospitalized in VA facilities.
Cards for veterans Club members make cards and send them to veterans for a variety of holidays including Fourth of July, Veteran’s Day and Father’s Day. Cards include drawings, stickers and messages like, “God bless you,” and “We’re proud of you.” Kids enjoy making a difference in the veterans’ lives, and the veterans appreciate their thoughtfulness. Modern Woodmen provides funds to buy supplies to make these cards.
Flags on graves For a small fee, Modern Woodmen supplies clubs with American flags for graveside visits. The kids enjoy participating in this activity because they understand how meaningful it is.
Honor veterans in your area Here are some ways you can recognize local veterans.
- Display the American flag.
- Visit a cemetery or attend patriotic ceremonies on Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.
- Send a note or visit veterans in a VA medical facility. Check out www.va.gov to find the location nearest you.
- Support your local American Legion or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) fund-raising events.
- Get involved in your local Modern Woodmen youth club’s or adult camp’s patriotic activities.