VFW EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR - DISTRICT ONLY
***NEW PROGRAM***
The Purpose of Award: To confer recognition on one
employer for outstanding records in the hiring and retention of veterans.
Deadline: The deadline for submission of nominations of
employers of veterans is no later than April 1st to Department. Nominations received after that date will not be eligible for
consideration.
Procedure:
Only those nominations that include adequate documentation
on the nominee’s employment practices concerning veterans will be considered
for the National VFW Employer of the Year Awards. The nominator should provide
a copy of the company’s written policy on employment of veterans if available,
a description of how the employer supports veterans’ activities in the
community, and any other reasons why the nominee should be selected to be the
Employer of the year Award winner. Governmental agencies are not eligible
for the award.
VFW Employer of the Year Award Nomination Form
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VFW MEMBER OF THE YEAR - POSTS
Due to Department No Later Than April 1st, 2024
Purpose:
The award is to recognize a member of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars who has exemplified in their actions and
accomplishments, the true spirit of our Organization in serving the needs of
their Post and Community, and who has dedicated themselves in a professional
manner to addressing the Pillars of our Organization.
VFW Member of the Year Louis Thornton Award
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DEPARTMENT OF SOUTH CAROLINA
JROTC
Criteria:
Good academic standing
Satisfactory progress in the cadet program.
Outstanding achievement in community service
and/or the cadet program.
High moral character.
Exceptional professionalism in appearance and
actions.
Outstanding military bearing and conduct in and
out of Uniform.
Involvement in patriotic programs, drill team,
color guard, etc.
Demonstrated potential and willingness to assume
higher levels of responsibility.
Positive attitude toward the JROTC program.
Must be enrolled as a 10th-12th grade JROTC
student.
· Letter submitted by the commanding officer,
stating that the above criteria have been met.
The Post should send the above
information to State Headquarters Attention of the State Youth Activities
Chairman 210 Glassmaster Road Lexington, S.C. 29072
Nominations must arrive no later than15 December.
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For questions concerning these programs and requirements
Contact the Department Commander
Jim Fox
