This is not a official site of the Blue Star Mother's, for informational purpose in our local community.
BLUE STAR MOTHERS OF AMERICA INC.
LAKE ERIE, NEW YORK
CHAPTER # 4
P.O. BOX 162
WESTFIELD, NEW YORK 14787
THE FOLLOWING IS FROM CHAPTER # 4 HANDOUT
WHO ARE WE ?
We are mothers who now have or have had children honorably serving in the military. We are a non-profit service organization supporting each other and our children whil promoting patriotism.The Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is a non-partisan, non-political organization. We do not support any political candidate nor do we endorse any religious organization.Visit www.bluestarmothers.org for more information.LAKE ERIE NY CHAPTER #4
Lake Erie NY Chapter #4 is an officially chartered group within the nationally recognized Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. We are localChautauqua County mothers working together to provide support to each other and to our local sons and daughters and their comrades who proudly serve or have honorably served in the United States Military.We welcome any one interested in helping support our serice men and women to join us.HISTORY OF BLUE STAR MOTHERS OF AMERICA, INC
On January 22, 1942 the Flint News Advertiser printed a coupon asking Mothers of serviceman to fill out and return.The following February 1st, 300 mothers met in the Durant Hotel, in Flint Michigan.Captain George H. Maines conceived the idea for this group and acted as the chair of this first meeting. After receiving 1000 responses from the ad, a permanent organization for military mothers began.On February 6th the organization was reported on Congressional Record Chapters formed across the United States. In June of 1960 the organization was chartered by congress.Mothers volunteered throughout the tough times of World War II. The organization waned in size over the years but has held together by mothers showing pride in both their children and country. In recent times we have begun to grow in strength.Mothers are again hanging flags in their windows proclaiming pride in the fact that we have children protection our freedom during a time of war. Each blue star represents a service member in active duty.If a gold star is displayed a service member was killed in action or died in service. Blue is for hope and pride, gold for sacrifice to the cause of liberty and freedom.PROJECTS
We have serveral new and recurring projects to help us support the troops:- We collect items for our "Holiday Care Packages" to send boxes to service members in Iraq, Afghanistan and anywhere they are stationed.
- We are also recruiting community groups and member to assit in our chard and letter campaign "Greetings from Home".
-" Valentines for Veterans" and those currently serving we send hand made cards to local Veterans and also our service men and women.
- "Yellow Ribbons of Support" to display during week of 9/11.
- "Lights of Love" Star Christmas Ornaments in honor of all service members yesterday and today.
SUPPORT OUR PROJECTS
We welcome your support ! Monetary donations to help support our projects can be made by check payable to Blue Star Mothers, NY Chapter # 4 and mailed to :BLUE STAR MOTHERS OF AMERICA, INC.
LAKE ERIE, NEW YORK # 4
P.O. BOX 162
WESTFIELD, NEW YORK 14787
Donations of items for care packages are also appreciated.Contact us for a list of suggested items as well as for pick-up or delivery instructions.JOIN US AT A MEETING
Our group meets several times a year. Call to confirm meeting day/time and location. We welcome you to join us in support of each other, our children and all others in military service as well as our veterans who have previously served this country.FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
ANY OF THE OFFICERS LISTED BELOW
Candice Penrod - 679-6392
soccercandy44@yahoo.com
Susan Rowley 569-4543
hsrowley@yahoo.com
Pam Goldych - 761-6542
pamt_074@yahoo.com
Barb Kittle - 326-3930
Barbara.Kittle@fredonia.edu
MEMBERSHIP
BLUE STAR MOTHERS
A Mother or Stepmother (since the child was the one of 13) who has a son or daughter who is serving, or has been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States, Services included are the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corp, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and Merchant Marines. A membership application must be completed by eligible Mothers along with $20.00 dues.ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
A Father or Step Father (Since the child was the age of 13), a spouse, sister, brother, grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, or friend of someone who is serving, or has been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States may join as an Associate.A membership application must be completed however there are no dues, a contribution is solely voluntary.CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO
