WNC- MOAA

08/11/2026

08/01/2026

⛳ Birdies for Charity gives you the chance to win the Ultimate Biltmore Experience while helping send local Veterans to Washington, D.C., for their Day of Honor!

Donate $20 or more to Blue Ridge Honor Flight through Birdies for Charity and guess the total number of birdies made during the Biltmore Championship Asheville, taking place September 17–20 at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove.

The closest guess without going over could win the Ultimate Biltmore Experience, including:

🏰 A three-night stay for two in a Chateau Tier suite at The Inn on Biltmore Estate
🍽️ Daily chef’s breakfast and dinner for two
🎟️ An expert-guided tour of Biltmore House
🍷 A Red Wine & Chocolate experience
🚗 Valet parking

Best of all, 100% of your donation goes directly to Blue Ridge Honor Flight. The four charities that raise the most by August 19 will also be recognized as a “Charity of the Day” during tournament week ... so every contribution helps!

Visit https://p2p.onecause.com/biltmorebfc/, click “DONATE HERE,” and select BLUE RIDGE HONOR FLIGHT.

Make your guess. Support our Veterans. You just might win an unforgettable Biltmore getaway!

*A birdie is a score of one stroke under par on a golf hole.*



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08/01/2026

With permission from the family, we want to share a pinning ceremony Four Seasons recently held for Veteran patient, Joseph Freddie Barnard. Joseph served in United States Army Intelligence during the Vietnam Era.

Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) officer, Captain John Knapp, U.S. Navy (Ret.), conducted the pinning. Surrounded by family and the family's beloved chihuahua, our Music Therapists played the 82nd Airborne singing the Army Song. Joseph and John enjoyed sharing stories of where they served and ribbing one another for being in "rival" service branches. Joseph's daughter, Dawn, said this was the most awake and engaged her dad had been in more than a week.

Four Seasons is honored to care for our Veterans and recognize them for their sacrifice of service to our country. If a Veteran in your care is in need of end-of-life care, request care from Four Seasons today at 866.466.9734 or online at https://fourseasonscare.org/request-care/

06/28/2026

MOAA National has released its position on the Take Care of America's Veterans Act (TCAVA). As many of you know, respected veterans service organizations have reached different conclusions on this legislation.

We encourage our members to become informed by reading the legislation and the positions of the various veterans organizations, then share your views with your elected representatives. Regardless of where you stand, informed participation is one of the most important ways we can continue to advocate for veterans, service members, their families, and survivors.

06/15/2026

Come on out and play some Bingo - I'd suggest getting there early to make sure you get a good seat. Lots of fun - good food - good cause - good beverages.

05/31/2026

The 3rd Annual WNC-MOAA Picnic is in the books, and what a tremendous success it was!

On a beautiful Friday afternoon at Mills River Park, more than 70 members, guests, and prospective members came together for a day filled with friendship, laughter, great food, and camaraderie. The weather could not have been better, and the fellowship was even better.

We were honored to begin the event with the Presentation of the Colors by the outstanding Air Force JROTC Color Guard from TC Roberson High School. Their professionalism and dedication set the perfect tone for the day.

This year also marked a new milestone for WNC-MOAA as we held our very first Silent Auction. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, the auction was a tremendous success and generated excitement throughout the day.

Combined with our raffle baskets and door prizes, attendees had opportunities to take home some fantastic items while supporting the chapter's mission.

One of the highlights of this year's picnic was the overwhelming support we received from our sponsors and donors. More than 44 businesses, organizations, and individual supporters contributed items, gift certificates, experiences, and services. While many were local Western North Carolina businesses, support also came from friends and organizations as far away as Wisconsin and Loretto, Kentucky. Their generosity helped make this event one of our most successful yet.

Events like this are only possible because of the dedication of our volunteers, the generosity of our sponsors and donors, and the enthusiasm of our members and guests. Together, we are building a stronger military and veteran community across Western North Carolina.

A special welcome to the new members who joined us and to those who attended to learn more about WNC-MOAA. We hope you experienced firsthand what makes our chapter special: fellowship, service, advocacy, and a commitment to supporting one another.

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, sponsored, bid in the Silent Auction, purchased raffle tickets, and helped make the 3rd Annual WNC-MOAA Picnic such a memorable event.

We are already looking forward to next year!

'Never Stop Serving'

05/27/2026

🚨 LAST MINUTE SILENT AUCTION ADDITION! 🚨

A awesome new item came in from Kentucky and was just added to the WNC-MOAA Silent Auction yesterday - and it’s a NICE one! 👀🎉

Online bidding ends Thursday night, which is also the FINAL opportunity for “Buy It Now” purchases before we transition to LIVE bidding at the picnic!

🔥 Bid Now • Bid High 🔥

And remember…

🍔 ALL OVERBIDS receive a Lunch for Two certificate to either Culver’s or Chick-fil-A!

The picnic is shaping up to be an incredible afternoon of food, fun, fellowship, raffles, silent auctions, and great company supporting veterans and military families across Western North Carolina.

Don’t wait until the last minute - jump in and place those bids!

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, Blue Ridge Honor Flight remembers and honors the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

We also honor the Gold Star families who continue to carry their loved ones’ memory and legacy forward each and every day.

As we approach the 20th anniversary of our first HonorAir flight, we remain committed to preserving the stories, memories, and sacrifices of America’s heroes.

Freedom is never free.

Please take a moment this Memorial Day to reflect, remember, and honor those who gave all.

🇺🇸 In Honor of Those That Served 🇺🇸

05/15/2026

🐔🍻 Sunday Fun at Sideways Farm and Brewery supporting WNC-MOAA! 🌸

Looking for something fun to do Sunday afternoon? Come out to Sideways Farm & Brewery from 12–5 PM for a great day of local vendors, live music, food, drinks, flowers, family fun, and of course… Barn Yard Bingo with the hens! 😂🐓

Enjoy:🛍️ Local vendors, crafts, artwork & plants🍖 Faithful Flames BBQ food truck🎶 Live music by Possum Royale Band🍺 Craft beverages, ciders & non-alcoholic options💐 Pick-your-own flower bouquets🛝 Playground fun for kids & grandkids🐔 Barn Yard Bingo around 2 & 3-ish benefiting WNC-MOAA

Grab some friends, bring the family, relax on the farm, and help support veterans and their families right here in Western North Carolina.

And remember… the hens don’t always follow a strict schedule, but they always deliver the entertainment! 😄

05/08/2026

🐔🌸 Barn Yard Bingo & Mother’s Day Fun at Sideways Farm and Brewery 🍻💐

Come celebrate Mother’s Day a little differently this Sunday — with the girls (the hens, of course)! 😂

Join WNC-MOAA for an afternoon of Barn Yard Bingo, fellowship, great food, and family fun while supporting veterans and their families right here in Western North Carolina.

🐓 Bingo games start around 1 PM, 2 PM & 3 PM-ish… because the girls don’t always follow a schedule. 😄

Enjoy:
🍔 BaseCamp Grub (Veteran Owned) food truck
🍾 MOM-MOSAs
💐 Flower bouquets
🛝 Playground fun for the kids
🍺 Great brews & relaxing farm vibes

Come out, bring family & friends, and support a great cause!