American Legion Auxiliary Unit 233 Indian Head MD

04/09/2026

On April 9th, we observe National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, honoring the courage of those who endured captivity and the sacrifices of those still missing in action (MIA), with a focus on the Vietnam War and other conflicts.

Former POW Recognition Day is a day that, while not as well-known as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, is just as important. The word “former” is the key to remembering the major difference between these two events honored every year on their respective days. The late Senator John McCain is a former POW. His memory and the memories of many others who came home from POW camps are on the minds of those who observe both holidays. And there are troops still unaccounted for to this day who should be remembered in the same manner as those who came home.

“On National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, we honor the more than 500,000 American warriors captured while protecting our way of life. We pay tribute to these patriots for their unwavering and unrelenting spirit.

04/09/2026

🌟Don’t miss these ALA Academy Live webinars coming up this April. 🌟

1️⃣ ALA Academy Live: Building a Strong Membership Strategy – Engagement, Retention, and Year-Round Planning
Looking for fresh ideas to strengthen membership in your unit—beyond “dues time”? In this ALA Academy LIVE webinar, ALA National Membership leaders share practical strategies to help units engage members year-round, improve retention, and build a welcoming culture focused on mission and connection. ➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/Strong-Membership-Strategy

2️⃣ ALA Academy LIVE: Promoting The American Legion Legislative Priorities and Engaging ALA Members in Local Advocacy
Join us for this informational webinar and learn how to be the best advocates for The American Legion Legislative priorities. You’ll learn how ALA volunteers can amplify and support those priorities on a local level. We’ll discuss how to engage members and communities in advocacy efforts utilizing the Grassroots Action Center, and the importance of grassroots efforts in affecting change. And we’ll explore ways to motivate and educate members on legislative issues. 🇺🇸 ➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/Promoting-LegislativePriorities

04/01/2026

The Month of the Military Child, recognized every April, honors the unique challenges, quiet sacrifices, and selfless contributions of children in military families. Through it all, these children show incredible resilience and strength. 💪

Across the country, communities are encouraged to celebrate military children and raise awareness of their experiences.🫂 Make sure to wear your purple this month and on Purple Up! Day — April 15 — to show appreciation for military children and their families. 💜 Wearing purple symbolizes unity for military children across all branches of the military, and it’s an easy way to show your support and remind them that they are seen and appreciated.

03/29/2026

ALA Unit 233 participates in the Town of Indian Head Annual Egg-Citing Adventures for the military & area children & families! Members had a great time operating the Decoration Station with coloring activities, games, & raffles.

03/29/2026

Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day! The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 233, Indian Head, MD honors the fallen from Charles County, MD and the Vietnam War Veterans.

Attached is the Wall of Faces Charles County Memorial! 🌺🇺🇸🌺

03/09/2026

Dear Vietnam Veterans: Stop by the Mission BBQ March 29th for a free sandwich as a small token of their appreciation. Thanks, Mission BBQ!

02/23/2026

01/30/2026

Membership Report for Friday, 1-23-2026

Here are the FRIDAY totals… 4th week of January 2026!

Congratulations to the Units that have reached 100% Goal: #166, #18, #226, #130, #175, #91, #285, #196, and #121.

Goal Plus Units: #166, #226, #18, #130, #175, #91.

Maryland is still in first place in the EASTERN Division with 83.51%…keep it up!

Top 10 ALA Dept of MD Units
Unit 166 Synepuxent: 133.79%
Unit 18 Jeff Davis: 113.83%
Unit 226 Cummings-Behkle: 113.81%
Unit 130 Overlea-Perry Hall: 106.92%
Unit 175 Severna Park: 105.45%
Unit 91 Dorchester: 101.81%
Unit 285 Northeastern: 100.00%
Unit 196 Suitland: 100.00%
Unit 121 Francis X. Elder: 100.00%
Unit 233: Jack R Cross: 98.44%

DISTRICT RESULTS:
District 2 - 99.71% is in 1st place
District 6 - 79.33% is in last place

01/29/2026

Good morning to all on this FB page.

{Pretty red poppies in the snow to share with all. Stay safe and warm.}