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We are an official chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., a group formed during World War II. Blue Star Mothers was chartered by Congress in 1960. Our charter for Colorado Chapter 4 was granted Nov 23. 2007. Additional information is available on the National website. The Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is authorized by the U.S. Code: Title 36; Section 943, as of January 26, 1998. 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. The military represents all aspects of America as does our organization. Links to our website do not represent an endorsement. We are a 501(c)3 Organization Registered in the State of Colorado History Click here for an article on the history of Blue Star mothers The story of the Service Flag
The purposes of the corporation shall be: to perpetuate the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., and the memory of all the men and women who have served our country as members of the Armed Forces; the further object of this organization shall be patriotic, educational, social, and for service; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States; to educate our members and others not to divulge military, naval, or other Government information; to assist in veterans' ceremonies, to attend patriotic rallies and meetings; to foster true democracy; to care for the unsupported mothers who gave their sons to the service of the Nation; to aid in bringing about recognition of the need of permanent civilian defense for each community and to ever be alert against invasion of un-American activities; to uphold the American institutions of freedom, justice, and equal rights, and to defend the United States from all enemies.
| Officers of Grand Valley Chapter 4: Wendy Hoffman - President Ricki Gavell -- Treasurer Theresa Bloom -- Secretary Carla Branton -- 1st VP and Membership chair Karol Feltman -- Financial Secretary.
Sheila DeCocq -- Blue to Gold Liaison Kathy Gosselin -- Fundraising committee chair Julie Dominguez -- Yearbook and Newsletter Juli Ingram -- Phone Tree About Google Checkout for Non-Profits:
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Other Colorado Chapters Colorado Chapter 3 -- Denver Colorado Chapter 2 -- Cortez Colorado Chapter 1 -- Durango Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc | Members: Full --18 Dads -- 1 Associates -- 3 Care Packages shipped: 96 How to Join
1) You may download membership form , complete it and mail it to the address on the form or to your local chapter2) Join through your local group/chapter. ( bring completed form or pick one up at a meeting) 3) Join directly through Blue Star Mothers. Who Can Join
Blue Star Mothers
A Mother or Stepmother (since the child was of the age of thirteen) 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 Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines.
Blue Star Dads
A Father or Stepfather (since the child was of the age of thirteen) 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 Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines
Associate Members
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. Services included are the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines.
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