AFSA Chapter 985, Tinker AFB

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Today we welcomed Division 3 President David Bamburg and 1st Sgt Justin Peattie from Lackland AFB. Current Division 4 VP and past Division 6 President also joined us for Chapter 985’s monthly meeting.

They met with our officers and members for a productive site visit and discussion on upcoming Division 3 initiatives. The insight and guidance were much appreciated.

Reminder: The Division 3 Childcare Survey deadline has been extended to July 26, 2026. Please take a moment to lend AFSA your voice — your input matters. See link below:

Chapter Vice President Bradley Carlson and his team are fired up to grow our membership and get more involved in the local community. We’re ready to spread the AFSA word.

Safe travels to our guests, and thank you for making time for Chapter 985!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd9rJO9In3ysBaX802JTT90vHaWPG_DELNA33HJJWQeOKEjw/viewform

Please pass on to your workcenters & those with children that may be affected by the CDCs waiting lists or having to seek childcare off base. Let’s get those numbers pumped up.

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AFSA Division 3 -Air Force Sergeants Association. chapter 985

06/18/2026

Today we welcomed Division 3 President David Bamburg and 1st Sgt Justin Peattie from Lackland AFB. Current Division 4 VP and past Division 6 President also joined us for Chapter 985’s monthly meeting.

They met with our officers and members for a productive site visit and discussion on upcoming Division 3 initiatives. The insight and guidance were much appreciated.

Reminder: The Division 3 Childcare Survey deadline has been extended to July 26, 2026. Please take a moment to lend AFSA your voice — your input matters. See link below.

Chapter Vice President Bradley Carlson and his team are fired up to grow our membership and get more involved in the local community. We’re ready to spread the AFSA word.

Safe travels to our guests, and thank you for making time for Chapter 985!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd9rJO9In3ysBaX802JTT90vHaWPG_DELNA33HJJWQeOKEjw/viewform

Please pass on to your workcenters & those with children that may be affected by the CDCs waiting lists or having to seek childcare off base. Let’s get those numbers pumped up.



Chapter 985
AFSA Division 3
Air Force Sergeants Association

06/17/2026

Survey has been extended to 16 July 2026. Please take 5 minutes and fill out! Data will be used to support HQ AFSA to address issues with our elected officials on Childcare needs. Quality of Life (QoL)

Link: https://bit.ly/3g4CE8h

AFSA Chapter 985, Tinker AFB
AFSA Division 3

We are in the final stretch of our data collection to help gather data on how we can help improve childcare for our Division Chapters and beyond. We have the ability to narrow down data for each chapter and category, which can be shared with local installations for review. Your participation would help see what areas of childcare may need fine tuning or adjustment that can possibly be handled at the local level, with the overall data being used, to assist our potential legislative proposal.

If you have children, 12 and under, and currently serving or have spouses serving the military please participate. Even if you do not currently have issues or need specific relief.

We are also looking for members who have served in the last 4 years and during your time had childcare related experience you would like to share.

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06/16/2026

It’s time to show out once again TeamTinker! We need you!

Monday, 22 June 2026

Location:
1776 E Robinson St
Norman, OK 73070
United States

@6:45 pm Showtime and 7pm Start. If you can spare 2 hours out of your busy schedule, please come out and support!

AFSA Chapter 985, Tinker AFB
AFSA Division 3
Air Force Sergeants Association
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Flagpoles Honoring Our Veterans

06/15/2026

HEARTLAND OF AMERICA, LET'S GO!!!

Heading to the AFSA International Convention this August? Show off your Division 3 pride and represent the Heartland of America with our exclusive convention apparel!

Choose from:
Division 3 T-Shirt
Division 3 Jersey

Whether you're attending the convention or cheering on fellow members, these shirts are a great way to showcase the strength and unity of Division 3.

📅 Store closes July 3rd — don't wait! Once the store closes, orders will be finalized for convention.

Let's make sure Division 3 is impossible to miss in August!

Purchase here 👇👇
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06/12/2026

🔥 Thunderbirds in the house!

What a night at the Oklahoma Veterans Center in Norman. AFSA hosted VA Bingo for 30 incredible veterans, and the room was electric.

Huge shout-out to our rock-star volunteers: Chapter Trustee Dorthy Inoa and her husband. You two make this look easy.

Thank you to the Oklahoma Veterans Center staff for creating such a warm, welcoming space for our Vets every single month.

Extra-massive thanks to our long-time sponsor TFCU. Your support year after year, including 2026, keeps this program going and changes lives.

Want in on the fun? Join us next time.




AFSA Division 3
Air Force Sergeants Association

06/11/2026

*** FOR WIDEST DISSEMINATION ***
Hello Thunderbirds and Team Tinker!
Good morning/afternoon/evening

We are trying to lock in the number of volunteers for this event by the 15th of June 26 so we will know how much participation we will have. If you can, please email Upshur, Kristian Jasmin C SSgt USAF 72 MDG (USA) [email protected] if you are able to attend this fun event.
Family friendly event!

Do you have a hidden talent or a go-to karaoke anthem? We are looking for volunteers to step into the spotlight and entertain our veterans!
Whether you want to sing, play an instrument, or show off a unique skill, you can perform for the crowd or even compete alongside the veterans themselves. This is an incredible opportunity to represent the base and give back to those who served before us.

WHEN
26 June/1800-1930
WHERE
Norman Veterans Center (1776 E Robinson St. Norman, OK 73070)
WHY
Give Back- Bring massive energy, joy, and entertainment to those who served before us.
The Challenge- Go toe-to-toe with the best talent on base—and see if you can out-perform the veterans themselves!
The Rewards- Walk away with amazing gift cards, prizes, and ultimate bragging rights.

To secure your spot and register your performance, please email TSgt Kristian Upshur at [email protected] no later than 19 June. Please include a brief description of your talent or your go-to karaoke track so we can lock in your slot on the roster!

Let's make this a night our veterans will never forget! Thank you for your continued support!




Respectfully,


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Kristian-Jasmin C. Upshur, SSgt, USAF
Treasurer, Chapter 985, Air Force Sergeants Association
Tinker AFB, OK
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