Honoring Through Service To Our Veterans
I am both humbled and excited about this upcoming year. Humbled by the responsibility this position holds and excited because I love our organization and look forward to working closer than ever with our members and the VFW.
When I decided to start this journey, I had much to learn. And now that I'm about to step in to the President's position. I realize I still have much to learn! But that's OK -- none of us can truly be 100% prepared. What we can be is 100% dedicated and I assure you, that I am. I have met so many great members as I've traveled up and down the state these past years and established friendships with those who have the same mindset I do, to be there for our veterans.
As most of you know, this journey has been a tribute to my father, who didn't come home from his deployment to Vietnam. As I start my year, I can think of no better way to honor his memory. then to serve the veterans of our great State of New Jersey.
I look forward to working closely with the VFW and our new Commander. Together we plan to show unity, to shout out that the VFW and Auxiliary are "All In", for our veterans and members alike. Working with one purpose together, we can conquer much in just a year's time, for the benefit of veterans.
Please never hestiate to call, text or e-mail me with a question, comment or concern. I cant promise to fix every issue that comes along, but I can promise I will listen and treat the situation with earnest intent.
As you plan your activities this year, I do hope you'll send me an invite. I would love to attend as many auxiliary functions as possible. And not just stand there as a figurehead, but to jump in and assist where help is needed. Working side by side with our members and veterans is one of my favorite ways to spend a day!
I wish you all a busy and productive upcoming year. Work as many of our programs as you can, while focusing on the needs of our veterans and members in your post/aux and within the community. We can't fix all the world's problems, but we can make sure the veterans in the State of New Jersey know there's an organization that will always be there fo them!
Denise Beckler
2024-25 Department President
