(727) 596-8959 Pinellas County VFW Indian Rocks Beach VFW
(727) 596-8959 Pinellas County VFW Indian Rocks Beach VFW
About Us
Mission Statement
The purpose of VFW Post 10094 is to support and assist active, former, and retired military personnel and their families. We are here to create an atmosphere of camaraderie and fellowship; to honor those who have served our country; while maintaining a positive relationship with our community. We also seek to better our community through volunteerism and patriotic education.
Message From the Commander
We foster an inclusive and friendly post. Please check our calendar and join us!
Why The VFW and its Auxiliary Exist?
From Title 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS Subtitle II—Patriotic and National Organizations Part B—Organizations (Congressional Charter Date - May 28, 1936)
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES
Our commitment to fellow Veterans and their families as entrusted to our volunteers by Congress:
The purposes of the corporation are fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational, and are—
(1) to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members;
(2) to assist worthy comrades;
(3) to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their surviving spouses and orphans;
(4) to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws;
(5) to foster true patriotism;
(6) to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom; and
(7) to preserve and defend the United States from all enemies.
Yes, we have a Canteen which is open to Veterans of all ages and it provides a safe and social environment for all Veterans to share, support, and humanize with comrades, their families, and those who support Veterans and their service to the United States of America.
Beyond this, the true VFW offers so much more; just a quick overview of the various programs and features offered:
- Voice of Democracy Scholarship Contest for any student grades 9-12
- Patriots Pen Scholarship Contest for any student grades 6-8
- VFW Scout of the Year Program for girls and boy
- Public Servant National Awards for Law Enforcement, Firefighter, Emergency Services
- Health Care Awards and Scholarships
- Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Teacher Award
- Life Saving Awards
- Veteran assistance through our UnMet Needs Program
- Citizen and Youth Education
- Community Support (Fundraisers, Donations and More)
- Recognition of all Veteran Holidays
- VA Claim Assistance
- Buddy Poppy Relief Fund
- Military Transition and Job Placement Assistance
- Support for Student Veterans of America
- Programs for PTSD, Suicide Prevention, Veteran Homelessness
- Strong Legislative Support to Bills Concerning Veterans and Their Families
- Camaraderie with others who have been there, done that...got the medal!
Current Officers
VFW OFFICERS
Commander - Dean Lyons
Senior Vice - John Carney
Junior Vice - BIll McClelland
Quartermaster - Sandra Davis
Chaplain - Vacant
Judge Advocate - Bob Sullivan
Surgeon - Vacant
1yr Trustee - Steven Kalnasy
2yr Trustee -Vacant
3yr Trustee - Franky Perez
Adjutant - Vacant
Service Officer - Dean Lyons
Hospital Chairman - Vacant
House Committee - Don Anderson
AUXILIARY OFFICERS
President - Jennifer Scrimshaw
Senior Vice - Mary Murphy
Junior Vice - Alexis Farina
Treasurer - Lizz Pristera
Secretary - Alexis Farina
Conductress - Barb Palmeri
Guard - Sue Barrett
Trustee 3 - Darlene Aulia
Trustee 2 - Kelly Jordan
Trustee 1 - Mary Lyons
Patriotic Instructor - Mary Lyons
Chaplain - Inez Torres
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Seam Squirrel - Al Pristera
Blanket Bum - Billy Haynes
Hide Gimlet - Amber Putman
C.C.D.B. - Steve Surface
Tight Wad 1yr - Kennie Thie
Tight Wad 2yr - Anthony Gardner
Tight Wad 3yr - Rick Wolf
Sky Pilot - Al Pristera
Hungry Cootie - Steve Surface
Hospital Chairman - Kenny Thie
Pill Pusher - Anthony Gardner
Proust Marshall - Rick Wolf
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President - Dottie Sullivan
Sr. Vice - Kristie Bastian
Jr. Vice - Judy Surface
Secretary - Diane Mullaney
Treasurer - Sandra McKinley
Chaplain - Lizz Pristera
Conductress - Jelene Mingo
Guard - Karen Wilbourn