Comrades, Auxiliary, and Friends of the Post,

     March was another busy and fun month at VFW Post 10141, and I want to start by
congratulating Jackie Pappas, our winner of the March Volunteer Drawing! A huge shoutout
goes to all of our volunteers—we truly couldn’t do it without you. Your time and dedication are
what keep the Friendly Post thriving. As a reminder, the Volunteer Drawing is held on the first
Tuesday of each month during the Jam Session—a fun tradition that allows us to recognize those
who keep showing up and stepping up.

     It was a true honor to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day and the 50th Anniversary of the end
of the Vietnam War. A heartfelt thank you to Denise, Andy, Cassie, and Jamie for volunteering
and helping to make the day so special. The Honor Guard delivered a powerful and meaningful
service that will not be forgotten. Thank you to everyone who came forward to share stories and
say thanks. The support and turnout were a beautiful reminder that **VFW Post 10141 will
always be home for our Vietnam Veterans—**you will never be forgotten.

Upcoming Events & Announcements

District 10 Meeting & Annual Picnic – April 12
Join us at VFW Post 3233 in Sarasota starting at 10:00 AM. This is a great opportunity to
connect with other Posts and stay informed. We have tickets available—please reach out directly
if you’re interested in attending.

Next Post Meeting – April 16
Lee Washington from Manatee County Veteran Services will be in attendance to present plans
and gather feedback on the new Veteran Memorial Park being developed by the county. Don’t
miss this chance to be part of shaping something meaningful for our local veteran community.

Desoto Parade – April 26
We’re building a VFW Post 10141 float and looking for volunteers to help decorate and ride in
the parade. This is a great opportunity to show our pride and presence in the community. Let’s
make a strong showing!

Membership Update
We’re sitting at 101.12%—so close to our 102% goal! The momentum is strong, and we’re
seeing new membership applications come in weekly. If you know someone eligible, encourage
them to join, and make sure you fill out the recruiter section on the form with your name and
membership number. There are great incentives from State, District, and the Post for recruiters!

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VFW Day of Service – May 3
We’ll be cleaning up and placing flags at the Historic Palma Sola Cemetery starting at 9:00 AM,
followed by lunch for all volunteers back at the Post. This is a meaningful way to give back and
honor those who came before us. Bring a friend, bring your energy, and let’s make an impact
together.

Help Us Shape the Future – Member Survey Now Live!
We want to hear from you! To better understand what matters most to our members, we’ve
launched a quick online survey. It only takes a couple of minutes, and your feedback will help
us improve events, programs, and communication: https://s.surveyplanet.com/224fmgsz

A Note to Our Snowbirds
To all of our snowbird members—it’s been a great winter having you with us. We wish you safe
travels and a relaxing summer. We look forward to welcoming you back in the fall!
As always, thank you to all who give their time, talent, and heart to VFW Post 10141. Together,
we continue to make a difference—not just within these walls, but in the broader veteran and
local community we proudly serve.

Yours in Comradeship,
Ian Brooks-Miller
Commander, VFW Post 10141