AUSA - Monmouth Chapter

AUSA - Monmouth Chapter The Chapter develops programs and events that provide community support for America's Army through individual and corporate members.

The Association of the US Army (AUSA) Monmouth Chapter is a 100% volunteer organization providing unique military support to soldiers, veterans of all services, and family members in the greater Monmouth County Region. The Monmouth Chapter of AUSA is dedicated to support the objectives of the national AUSA organization with particular focus on the interests and needs of the local Monmouth, New Jer

sey community. It serves as the liaison between the Army and local civilian communities, and helps educate the public about the needs for a strong national defense and the Army. AUSA is a private, nonprofit, professional educational Association of over 85,000 individual, business and organization members dedicated to maintaining a strong national defense with special emphasis on land-power and the essential role of the United States Army. The objectives of AUSA are:
People Support - for those in the Army
Force Modernization - for a mission-ready Army
Public Education - about the Army and national defense
Professional Development

The Monmouth Chapter, with approximately 350 Individual Members and 20 Business Establishments of Corporate America, has been repeatedly recognized for success in furtherance of these objectives, to include multiple consecutive National Honor Awards for "Most Active Chapter in Pursuit of AUSA Objectives. Chapter Support to the Community

What we do locally:

AUSA chapters support our deployed Soldiers and the families who are left behind. Fundraising:

• Provide fundraising opportunities for school bus trips to the NJ Vietnam Veteran Memorial and Museum. Provide support to raise awareness about the Memorial

• Support to the Fisher House Foundation providing family members access to “comfort homes” at military and VA medical centers during the hospitalization of family members.

• Host Fun Runs, Receptions, Wine Tastings and other events to raise funds for our Soldiers

Raise Awareness

• Promote public awareness of Veteran employment issues through information briefings to local civic and veterans’ organizations

• Promote public awareness about our Army and our Soldiers through events such as Army Birthday, National Guard and Reserve Birthday Celebrations

Soldier Support

• Support Soldier support activities in local installations by participating in ceremonies and donating achievement awards, such as Operation Sustainment Warrior (77th Sustainment Brigade)

• Give Recognition awards for Officer Candidate School in Sea Girt

• Organize care packages for our deployed Soldiers

Education

• Provide Citizen Scholarship Programs, to recognize students with leadership skills that are making a difference in our community.

• Attend and support commemorative events at Brookdale Community College

06/03/2026

Only 13 Days until we celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Army. Join us in Freehold on June 16th for a fun and rewarding evening

Hello everyone, it’s only four weeks till we celebrate our Army’s 251st birthday, award our annual JROTC Scholarship awa...
05/20/2026

Hello everyone, it’s only four weeks till we celebrate our Army’s 251st birthday, award our annual JROTC Scholarship awards and medals, and recognize our local Army Recruiter of the Year. Why not come out an join us? And maybe help us out with a sponsorship?? I guarantee you’ll have a great time!!

Best Regards, Ed Thomas, President, AUSA Monmouth Chapter

To our AUSA Monmouth Chapter 251st Army Birthday guests,Online registration on our website officially opens this Monday,...
05/08/2026

To our AUSA Monmouth Chapter 251st Army Birthday guests,

Online registration on our website officially opens this Monday, 11 May 2026!

We sincerely thank you for your patience and look forward to celebrating with all of you. Your continued and endearing support of our military, veterans, and their families is truly appreciated.

Be sure to register early and reserve your place as we come together to honor 251 years of the United States Army and the people who proudly serve our nation.

Association of the United States Army – Monmouth Chaptercordially invites you to celebrate the251st United States Army B...
05/07/2026

Association of the United States Army – Monmouth Chapter
cordially invites you to celebrate the

251st United States Army Birthday

As we honor 251 years of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering service to our nation, we proudly gather to celebrate the brave men and women who have defended the freedoms we cherish.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The American Hotel
18–20 East Main Street
Freehold, New Jersey 07728

RSVP by June 9, 2026
$65 per person

For Reservations & Sponsorship Opportunities:
Myles Cappiello
[email protected]
609-516-3983

“Honoring those who served, celebrating the strength of our Army, and preserving the spirit of patriotism for generations to come.”

Nominations are now open for the President and Executive Vice President positions of the **Association of the United Sta...
03/16/2026

Nominations are now open for the President and Executive Vice President positions of the **Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Monmouth Chapter, according to Chapter President Ed Thomas.

After serving six years as President of AUSA’s Monmouth Chapter, Ed Thomas will retire effective January 1, 2027. In addition, LTC (Ret.) Bruce Ryba has resigned as Executive Vice President. As a result, both senior leadership positions must be filled. Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to submit a biography or résumé outlining their qualifications, along with a brief narrative explaining their interest, via email to [email protected].

Key Dates:
• Application/Nomination Deadline: April 15, 2026
• Election: May/June 2026
• Announcement: June 16, 2026, at the Army Birthday Dinner celebration
• Executive Vice President Assumes Office: Immediately following announcement
• President-Elect Assumes Office: January 1, 2027 (following a six-month shadowing period)

We're Two Weeks away from our Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast. Join us in Tinton Falls to support our Service Dog Program....
03/07/2026

We're Two Weeks away from our Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast. Join us in Tinton Falls to support our Service Dog Program. Please register in advance for the event.

Spring is just around the corner and we're just a little over 3 weeks away from our terrific Pancake Breakfast! Please ...
02/27/2026

Spring is just around the corner and we're just a little over 3 weeks away from our terrific Pancake Breakfast! Please consider supporting our local veterans! Signing up in advance helps a bunch. See you there !

Please sign up on our website and join us on the 22nd. Walk-ins are always welcome but signing up is better! Help supp...
02/26/2026

Please sign up on our website and join us on the 22nd. Walk-ins are always welcome but signing up is better! Help support our veterans!!!!

Join AUSA for a Sunday Morning Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee's, Tinton Falls. Proceeds support our Service Dog Initiative

Please join us to support our local veterans!
02/10/2026

Please join us to support our local veterans!

Join AUSA for a Sunday Morning Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee's, Tinton Falls. Proceeds support our Service Dog Initiative

Please come on out to welcome the spring season and support our Service Dog Program for local veterans!
02/10/2026

Please come on out to welcome the spring season and support our Service Dog Program for local veterans!

Join AUSA for a Sunday Morning Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee's, Tinton Falls. Proceeds support our Service Dog Initiative

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P. O. Box 497
Eatontown, NJ
07724

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