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Please Pardon our dust while our
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American Legion National HQ
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American Legion Department of Maryland
Home of
Southern Maryland District Commander
Bob Ouellette Sr.
Welcome,
I would like to thank each of you who have
taken the opportunity to renew
your membership.
As of today we have 258 paid members. Our goal is 346.
Some of you may remember that in 2001, Post 295 had only 27 members.
Every year more veterans join the American Legion, for our Post that
reflects a 1218% increase in membership. Like every Legion Post, not all of the new members
that we recruit, renew their membership.
I don’t have an answer why a
majority of these members did not renew. If the Legion is not meeting
the needs of our members then we need to find out what is needed.
Congratulations to all the members who reached membership milestones of
5 years or more, a certificate is awarded at every 5 year increment, see
who has received theirs. Also a big welcome to our new members, we hope
to see you in that list soon.
When we joined the
Legion, you did not just a card and magazine. You became part of the
world’s largest veteran’s organization that serves the community, state
and nation. The youth in the community benefit from scout sponsorship,
school awards, Boys/Girls State programs and scholarships.
As the number of Legionnaires grow so
does the voice of veterans nationwide. Congress cannot ignore 2.6
million veterans. With millions of veterans behind the National
Commander, President Obama dropped plans to extend co-payments at the VA
facilities. Presidents regularly visit the American Legion National
Convention to show their gratitude for our service. With a strong AL
there should be no need to repeat the “Bonus Army” that occupied
Washington in 1932.
As Legionnaires everyone receives quite a few benefits ranging from
representation for VA Claims, financial assistance in disasters and a
wide range of discounts. Many of these discounts are for Legionnaires
only and a surprising number have no idea that they could save hundreds
of dollars on everything from microwaves and dishwashers. I personally
saved $200 on a new dishwasher through Sears Commercial Sales. You
cannot get this discount in stores.
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The American Legion, Vietnam
Veterans Memorial, Post 295 has been serving the greater
Gaithersburg-Germantown area since April 15th, 1983.
The Post received its permanent Charter on December 7th,
1983. Post 295 is a 501(c)19, Veterans Service
Organization, incorporated in Maryland.
Post 295 is homeless, which means we do not have a
Post Home* of our own. However, Post 295 has been
successfully carrying out the programs of the American
Legion since 1983 without a Post Home.
*Post 295 would gladly
accept donations of property for the purpose of founding
a Post Home.
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  Announcing
a PTSD SUPPORT GROUP
sponsored by
POST 295
Because not all wounds are
visible...
a support group for parents, spouses,
brothers, sisters and concerned friends who care for
a veteran or serviceman who is dealing with PTSD or
the stress of deployment.
A group to find
out what and what you shouldn't do and to realize
that you are not the only one dealing with issues.
Make a tax
deductible donation to support OPC
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Post 295 is in the process putting together a
support group for Veterans and their families. The
group will focus on helping them find assistance if
needed as well as providing emotional support as
best we can.
Families are one of the areas of
emphasis with this effort. Many times we think they
will come home and be the same. Unfortunately,
everyone come homes changed in some way. These
groups are meant to assist family members, parents,
brothers, sisters, in-laws and friends who are
having a difficult time coping with someone that
they care for who is dealing with PTSD.
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Post 295 manager leaves for Rockville
Price guided Gaithersburg since 1984; won three
state crowns, 11 division titles
by James Peters,
Staff Writer www.gazette.net
 After
helping to start and guide the Gaithersburg Post 295
American Legion baseball team since the program's
inception in 1984, Rick Price, the owner of three
Maryland State American Legion titles, has decided
to hand the team over to junior legion coach Steve
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OPERATION
PROVIDE COMFORT
Originally founded to support
wounded warriors at Bethesda Naval Hospital, OPC has shifted
focus to provided support and information for those who have
loved oned who may be exhibiting signs of stress or PTSD.
Founded in January 2003,
Legionnaires from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial American
Legion Post 295 in Gaithersburg, MD have been assisted wounded and sick military members with
personal care needs while they are undergoing rehabilitation
at the area’s military hospitals.
There are several corporate organizations providing the
support we once did. We now feel our efforts to assist our
fellow servicemen and veterans is to support those who do
not have access to military health care. If we can make 1
life better, then everyone wins.
 Since
2003, Post 295 provided more than $10,000 in support
to our wounded warriors. However, we are in
desperate need of funding. If you can donate even
$5, you will help make a difference.
Make a Donation Now. Safe and Easy with PayPaL
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Save the
Date
14th Annual Golf
Tournament @
Montgomery Village CC
21 Sep 2012
13th Annual
Tournament Results
This
Edmund Ault design has been the best kept secret in Montgomery County golf
since 1968. The 6,700 yard par 71 course offers both changeling holes and a
fair share of opportunities to score well. MVGC has gone through some
changes in the past years, switching to a new bermuda-hybrid grass and
creating some new tee boxes, while the fast and smooth greens have remained
the staple of the course. In the past years MVGC has hosted several PGA
sanctioned events such as the Maryland Open Qualifier, Mary-land amateur
Qualifier, MAPGA Pro-am, and MAPGA Titleist tour events
Lunch
provided by
Cost:
$85 per person*
*Includes: Greens Fees, Cart, Lunch, Door Prizes, T-Shirt and Lots of Fun.
All
checks should be made payable to American Legion Post 295 and should be
received by Sep 12, 2012 to allow for foursome assignments. Registrations
will be accepted after Sept 15th but may not receive a T-Shirt.
Return
the registration form
with a check for $85 from each player or $340 a four-some to:
American Legion Post 295, Attn: Golf Tournament, PO Box 690, Germantown, MD
20875
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AMERICAN LEGION POST295
ACTIVITY
CALENDAR
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DATE |
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
LOCATION |
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Aug 20, 2011 |
0830 |
295
Legion Rider to Antietam |
Green
Turtle Germantown |
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Sep 8, 2011 |
1900 |
Post
295 Membership Meeting |
*Golden Bull, Gaithersburg |
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Sep 11, 2011 |
1900 |
9/11 City Remembers, 10 yr Anniversary |
Inspiration Park, Kentlands, Gaithersburg |
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Sep 23, 2011 |
0830 |
13th
Annual Golf Tournament |
Montgomery Village CC |
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Oct 2, 2011 |
1000
–1700 |
Germantown Oktoberfest |
Ridge
Road Park, Germantown |
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Oct 13, 2011 |
19:00 |
Post
295 Membership Meeting |
*TBD |
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Oct TBD |
1800 |
Wounded Warrior Casino Night |
AL
Post 86, Rockville |
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Nov 11, 2011 |
1900 |
Gaithersburg Veterans Day Ceremony |
City
Hall, Gaithersburg |
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Nov 11, 2011 |
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Post
295 Veterans Day Brunch |
*TBD |
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Nov 12, 2011 |
9:00
am |
PTSD
Support Group Kick Off /
Military Family Health Fair |
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Nov 26, 2011 |
10:00
am |
Wounded Warrior Brunch** |
Walter
Reed National Military Medical Center |
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Dec 24, 2011 |
10:00
am |
Wounded Warrior Brunch** |
Walter
Reed National Military Medical Center
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