Poppy Program
American Legion Auxiliary Units have long been participating in National Poppy Day. There are many different ways to get involved and involve your community!
Poppy Poster Contest: Engage with parents and schools! Grades 2-12 are invited to submit Poppy themed Posters to your Unit for judging to move onto the National contest! Learn more on the ALA website.
Poppy Distribution: Keep the meaning behind the Poppy alive by handing them out to the public and at your Post on and before National Poppy Day. Work with schools and other organizations to hand them out at local stores in your area, just make sure to get permission. Be sure to talk about your Poppy Distribution on social media! Learn all about where Poppy funds go and the history on the ALA website.
Poppy Making: Host a Poppy making day and invite Veterans to help assemble poppies. Veterans get paid a small amount of money for making poppies each year so make sure you have all the information as you get set up. This activity is also therapeutic and helps Veterans feel involved and honored. Learn more on the ALA website.
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