Auxiliary March 2026 Bulletin

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Happy Saint Patrick's Day to all 3rd District Members,

A BIG Thank You to all the units and members that made donations to support my

project for the Hasting Veterans Home (Landscaping) and St. Peters Treatment (Disc

Golf Couse). Which scored the goal. But let's keep the goal growing for our Veterans.

Unfortunately, we had to cancel Mid-Winter because of the cold weather and at this time we have not been able to come up with a date to reschedule it.

I had a great time when I visited Stewart Unit 24. It was nice to meet the members and to talk to them about how things are going for their unit. I did get to attend the 1st and 3rd get together held at the Faribault Post in January. A good time was had by those that attended from the 1st and 3rd Districts.

I am asking all the 3rd District Units to please fill out the Impact report for their unit and send the information to me. It would be wonderful to have 100% reporting from all the 3rd District Units. If you would like a fillable Unit Impact report that can be emailed to me, go to the 3rd District Auxiliary website and go to Resources then click on Auxiliary Forms and click on Unit Year End Impact Numbers Report fillable. Or contact Teri Richardson, our Treasurer, and she will send you one. Otherwise, I do believe they will need to be printed out to be filled in, and they will need to be sent by U S Mail. Your unit should have received this information from Department.

Just a reminder that the American Legion’s official birthday is March 15 marking the date in 1919, when the first American Legion caucus convened in Paris by members of the American Expeditionary Force. It was chartered by congress later that year, and annual celebrations are held to honor of its legacy of service to veterans and communities. Our units could send cards or make lunch for your Legion Members to celebrate the event.

The Navy Reserve formed on March 3,1915 in response to the outbreak of World War 1. The Navy Reserve made up almost 84 percent of the Navy fighting force during the war. Among its ranks were five future U.S Presidents and 15 recipients of the Medal of Honor.

Medal of Honor Day is observed annually on March 25 to honor over 3,500 recipients of the U.S military’s Decoration for Valor. Established by Congress in 1990, this day recognizes acts of bravery above and beyond the call of duty. It marks the anniversary of the first medals presented in 1863.

The National Vietnam War Veterans Day Recognition Act, signed into law in2017, designates March 29 of each year as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Most states celebrated “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day” on March 29 or 30 of each year.

The U.S Navy Seabee celebrate their birthday on March 5th marking their establishment in 1942. Founded during World War II, the force received official permission to use the name “Seabee” derived from the pronunciation of “Construction Battalion s (CBs) on this day. Which also coincides with the anniversary of Civil Engineer Corp.

Ann Bovy

3rd District President

The Leadership Training event, sponsored by the Hutchinson and Cosmos Units, was well attended and brought together members from the Sixth District, Third District, and Seventh District. Participants enjoyed a day filled with educational activities, opportunities to meet new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share delicious food. Presenters Ashley, Carol, and Mary formed an outstanding team. Their collaborative efforts and engaging presentations made the training memorable and successful for everyone involved. They really earned their GOLD!