American Legion Auxiliary Dept. of WV - Mason County Unit 23

06/18/2026

POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — A Point Pleasant High School student and member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23 recently participated in the annual Rhododendron Girls State, an immersive leadership

06/03/2026

Leadership in the ALA

Help the next leader in line succeed 🤝 Leadership and mentoring are incredibly important for the future of the American Legion Auxiliary as members pass down knowledge on how to move the mission forward. This is true for all levels of the organization — from unit to national. Sharing leadership advice — ranging from how to run a meeting to working through difficult topics to successful mission-outreach ideas — can all benefit the next group of leaders to flourish and continue a mindset of veterans, military, and their families first. 🇺🇸

Check out the ALA blog to learn more leadership and passing on the knowledge.
➡️ www.ALAforVeterans.org/Blog/Help-the-next-leader-in-line-succeed

06/01/2026

Thank you to each and every member that made this happen!!

06/01/2026

Congratulations to our three incredible junior members who graduated from Point Pleasant High School!!!

Between the three of these young women, the accomplishments, leadership, service, academics, and dedication they have demonstrated are nothing short of remarkable. They have represented our community, their school, and the American Legion Auxiliary with excellence, and we could not be more proud.

Please join us in celebrating, Shelby Plants, Michelle Maduafokwa and Keira Tatterson!!! You have shown that leadership is not measured by age but by action, heart, and the impact you leave on others. Watching each of you grow, achieve, and shine has been an honor.

Please know that your Auxiliary family is cheering loudly for all that you have accomplished and all that is still ahead.

Dream boldly. Serve proudly. Lead courageously.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓✨
Your Unit 23 family is proud of you always. ❤️🤍

American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters
Mason County Schools The American Legion National Headquarters

05/27/2026

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

This week, my heart keeps returning to one simple word: Memories.

Memories are the quiet treasures we carry long after moments have passed. They become the echoes of laughter around tables, the sound of a familiar voice, the warmth of a hug we would give anything to feel one more time. They are stitched into our hearts like threads in a well-loved quilt, holding together pieces of joy, love, sacrifice, and even grief.

As members of the American Legion Auxiliary, we know deeply what it means to remember. We honor lives lived in service, friends who stood beside us in mission, mentors who guided us, and loved ones whose chairs now sit empty. There are so many we wish were still here, yet their impact remains alive in the stories we tell, the traditions we continue, and the love they planted in us.

Sometimes memories bring smiles. Sometimes they bring tears. Often, they bring both at the same time. But what a blessing it is to have known people so meaningful that their absence still speaks loudly in our hearts.

When the days feel heavy, lean into those memories. Speak their names. Share their stories. Pull out the photographs. Laugh at the funny moments. Pass down the lessons they taught you. In doing so, we keep their light glowing in a world that still needs it.

Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us there is “a time to weep and a time to laugh… a time to mourn and a time to dance.” Life gives us all of those seasons. Memories help carry us through each one.

Today, may we hold close the beautiful gift of remembrance and thank God for every soul who helped shape our journey. Though they may no longer walk beside us physically, love leaves footprints that time can never erase.

Keep serving. Keep loving. Keep remembering.

With faith and gratitude,
Rebecca S. Farley
Department WV Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary

05/24/2026

Hometown heroes! Get your applications in early

POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — What began as a community recognition project through the American Legion Auxiliary has grown into an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring the heroes of Mason

05/24/2026

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POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — The American Legion Auxiliary Department of West Virginia, Mason County Unit 23, recently hosted a special edible art event at the West Virginia Veterans Home, bringing

05/21/2026

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23 is honored to share that the City of Point Pleasant has officially proclaimed May 22, 2026, as National Poppy Day.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Mayor Amber Tatterson and the City of Point Pleasant for recognizing the meaning behind the Memorial Poppy and the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes.

The red poppy stands as a powerful symbol of remembrance for those who gave their lives in service to our country. Each poppy worn tells a story of courage, sacrifice, and freedom paid for by generations of brave men and women.

As members of the American Legion Auxiliary, we proudly continue the mission of honoring and remembering our fallen while educating our community about the significance of the Memorial Poppy.

On National Poppy Day, we encourage everyone to wear a poppy proudly and pause to remember the true cost of freedom.
American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters 
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