Three Rivers VFW Post 1324 Auxiliary

10/17/2026

One of the things October is known for us Domestic Violence Awareness. Please read below and know that you matter.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Intimate partner violence is an issue that affects both civilian and military populations. An estimated one in three women, and one in four men, have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime, according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. It affects all sorts of people in the United States and abroad, in suburbs, cities and rural areas, regardless of culture, economic class, gender, sexuality, location, education level, race, religion, etc., which is why it is important to know the signs of domestic abuse and where to turn for help. And it doesn't typically start with physical violence.

Last October, we interviewed Joyce Bilyeu, CEO of the Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center in California, about this topic. Her name may be familiar to you - in addition to her work as an advocate and author, she is an active VFW Auxiliary member who has served as National Patriotic Instructor, National Americanism Ambassador, National Historian and Department of California President (2011-2012), among other positions. Bilyeu is an expert in domestic violence education, prevention and assistance. She is also a survivor.

"Domestic violence isn't a private issue," according to Bilyeu. "It's a community issue."

You can read the article in its entirety by clicking the link in the VFW Auxiliary National E-Newsletter.

It is important to remember that we, as VFW Auxiliary members, are not counselors, experts or law enforcement, but we can help by sharing information and resources at our meetings or in our communities, and also by posting fliers and phone numbers in Post home bathrooms or bulletin boards (with permission), by knowing the red flags and by believing victims when they share their stories.

"When we don't say anything, it continues and people get hurt," says Bilyeu. "I always (say), 'I believe your story.' Listen without judgment, connect them to resources."

Spreading a message of hope is key. It can get better. You are not alone.

10/14/2026

The auxiliary meets tonight on the other end of the Post Hall!

TONIGHT: VFW MEETING!

Got opinions? Great stories? Or just want to see what your fellow veterans are up to? We've got a chair with your name on it!

Join us tonight for our monthly VFW Post and Auxiliary meeting. We'll handle the business of the Post, catch up with fellow veterans, and prove that getting a group of veterans to agree on anything is still an ongoing mission. 😂

📅 Tonight at 7:00 PM (1900 hours)
📍 VFW Post 1324 – Three Rivers

Come for the camaraderie, stay for the conversation. Hope to see you there!

Still serving, just with fewer early mornings!



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10/14/2026

Happy 251st birthday, Navy!

10/09/2026

Our Sewing Group delivered a large bundle of gifts to Bloomin' Boutique. There were 26 baby blankets, 6 tween blankets and 7 embroidered pillow cases. These will help out the community in the comfiest ways! If you've never heard of Bloomin' Boutique, take a look at their page and their website. We are proud to donate to their cause periodically throughout the year.

09/11/2026

Come join us at Bernert Landing at Willamette Park for this 25th Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony, 5:00PM-6:00PM. We look forward to being in community with you, your family, and your neighbors.

09/11/2026

Never forget. Such powerful words written by the Oregon Dept. of Veterans' Affairs.

On this solemn day, we pause to remember and pay tribute to the lives lost and the heroes who emerged from the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We honor the innocent lives taken too soon, the courageous first responders who rushed toward danger, and the unity that emerged from one of the darkest moments in our nation’s history.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our nation since that fateful day, dedicating their lives to defending our freedom and ensuring our safety. Your sacrifices have shaped our nation and safeguarded our freedoms, and we are forever indebted to you for your service.

Let us all take a moment today to reflect on the strength and resilience of our nation, and to thank those who continue to stand on the front lines for our security and peace. May we never forget the sacrifices of those who have served, and may we strive to live lives worthy of what they’ve given.

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08/24/2026

This year's scholarships and art contests!

At VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters, we have received a number of questions recently about VFW and VFW Auxiliary scholarships and contests. There is some confusion about which scholarships and contests "belong" to which organization, so we've created this quick, handy guide to help keep it all straight!

VFW Auxiliary scholarships for high school students include the Young American Patriotic Art Contest and 3-Dimensional Art Contest. Find more information about these on our website, here: https://vfwauxiliary.org/what-we-do/scholarships-2/

The VFW Auxiliary Continuing Education Scholarship for members and their immediate family can be found here: https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/continuing-education/

The VFW Auxiliary's Illustrating America contest is for students in grades K-8. Find more, including submission forms, here: https://vfwauxiliary.org/what-we-do/youth-activities/

While we do promote the Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen as part of our Scholarships Program, these are VFW scholarships. If you have questions about them, please reach out to them directly. You can find this year's theme and submission information, including a guide to finding local Posts, on their website, here: https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships

The VFW's "Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship" information can also be found on their website, here: https://www.vfw.org/assistance/student-veterans-support

Learn more about the Smart-Maher Teacher of the Year contest, sponsored by the VFW, here: https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/teacher-of-the-year

We hope this helps! Thank you for promoting these incredible opportunities.

08/17/2026

MALTA is our friend! It is such a great resource and is available to every member of the Auxiliary. Take a look around, click on any of the programs you might be interested in, and get answers!

Today is MALTA Monday!

Do you have any questions about how to use our online database and app just for members, MALTA?

Do you know where to find what you need in the Member Resources section of MALTA?

Is there a resource you would love to be able to access in MALTA, but hasn't been added yet?

Let us know!

07/08/2026

MALTA is back online as of yesterday!

And... we're back!

As of this morning, MALTA is again available. We have made our 2026-2027 Program Year updates with the exception of those that happen shortly after National Convention (e.g. new National Line Officers bios, updated Patriotism Through Literacy booklist). Find Member Resources, update your email address, add your "unofficial" join date, access National Convention information, view your membership card and more using MALTA any time you're online.

If you are not yet using MALTA, we urge you to sign up today. It is not "just for officers," it includes resources and benefits for every single member. You can even view your membership card and profile both while using the desktop version and while using the MALTA app, and through this you can add your membership card to your phone wallet so you never again have to worry about forgetting to bring it to a meeting or not having strong enough internet access to access the app while next in line to be greeted by the Guard at the door.

Members already using MALTA, what's your favorite thing about it? Let us - and your fellow members - know in the comments.

Access MALTA on the web, here: https://malta.vfwauxiliary.org
Download the MALTA app for iPhone here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vfw-auxiliary-malta/id6482576653
Download the MALTA app via Google Play here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vfwauxiliary

07/03/2026

We came together to celebrate 250 years of a wonderful nation and its military with this roomful of veterans and their families.