Poppy

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Theme: “Believe in the Power of Poppy Distribution for our Veterans and Their Families”

The purpose of the Poppy Committee is to educate ALA membership and the public on the significance of the poppy and the program’s financial benefit for veterans, military, and their families.

Areas of Emphasis:

  • Promote the Poppy Program and increase revenue.
  • Educate our communities on the meaning and history of the poppy.
  • Celebrate National Poppy Day® every Friday before Memorial Day.
  • Increase the number of poppy makers in our communities.

 

We have all heard the story of Flanders Fields and the author.  But have you thought about all the men and women who were part of the poem?   Some gave some and some gave all.  About the Lady who actually started poppy distribution?

In order to honor what they gave for our country, is it too much to ask that you spend some time to distribute the Poppy.  It takes time, but they gave their time for our freedom.  We Believe in the power and WE Believe that in what we do and why we do it year after year.  We Believe in giving to others.

Think of Poppy Distribution as a Christmas gift to our Veterans and their families.

Sandra Kirby  | sandra_kirby51@yahoo.com  |  309-838-9065

Department Awards

  • MARSHA’S ATHLETES PLAQUE – to the Unit with the best overall participation in the Poppy Program
  • JUDY’S CIRCUS PERFORMERS POPPY AWARD – for the most new and innovative way or idea of raising funds for the Poppy Program.             
  • POPPY CONTESTS:
    • Senior: Poppy Corsage, Poppy Floral Table Arrangement, Poppy Wall Arrangement, Poppy Tray Favors, Poppy Apparel, Poppy Hat, Poppy Poem
    • Junior: Poppy Corsage, Poppy Floral Table Arrangement, Poppy Wall Arrangement, Poppy Tray Favors, Poppy Apparel, Poppy Hat

Personal Awards:

  • $10 to the runner up of the Marsha’s Athletes plaque
  • $10 to the runner up of the Judy’s Circus Performers Plaque.

Awarded at Junior Conference

  • LITTLE MISS POPPY AWARD – $50, Sash and Tiara.
  • MISS POPPY AWARD – $50, Sash and Tiara.

 

Consider using your poppy funds to support one of the American Legion Auxiliary’s partners:

Support essential aspects of Honor Flights in your area. For more information, visit https://www.legion-aux.org/poppy-funds.

Resources from National:

Resources from National

  • Poppy Program Guide
  • Poppy Fact Sheet
  • Poppy Day News Release
  • Sample Poppy Proclamation
  • Donation Can Label
  • Poppy Bookmark
  • ALA in Flanders Field Poem Bookmark
  • Log into the National Website to Access these Items: Click Here

Department Resources

 

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