People Helping People

Bradenton, Florida - January 2023

When Hurricane Ian came to town on September 28, 2022, Eagle Village suffered extensive damage. Most of the retired Eagle residents were without power for a full week. First to respond with aid was Bradenton Aerie #3171 and the Eagle Riders of #3171. The Riders donated $500 and the Aerie matched their donation, giving $500 plus donating food and supplies. Eagle Village Council members Tom Hejra and Sally Whipple presented certificates of appreciation from the Village residents to Aerie President Ed Rayburn and Eagle Riders President Rick Killion.

Lake Havasu City, Arizona - January 2023

Lake Havasu City Eagles #4299 presented representatives from the DES (Department of Economic Security) with a check for $12,000 to assist Lake Havasu City families with gift cards for Christmas. They also donated more than 70 gifts to Haven House for area children.

Hudson, Florida - January 2023

Hudson Eagles #3997 recently presented a check for $7,600 to Lindsey Oliver of the National Pediatric Center. Pictured, l to r, member Caren Klenert, Worthy President Anthony Prezioso, Madam President Lynnell Delury, Trustee Pam Baione and Oliver.

Jamestown, North Dakota - January 2023

James River Eagles Aerie #2337 recently presented a check for $20,000 to the Jamestown Rural Fire Department for the purchase of a new pumper truck.

Lebanon, Ohio #1395 - September 2022

Miami Valley Eagles #1395 donated $1,500 to Hospice of Cincinnati. 

Lebanon, Ohio - August 2022

Miami Valley Auxiliary #1395 donated $1,000 for Goshen, Ohio, tornado relief as well as $2,000 to help the Kentucky flood victims. 

Lake Havasu City, Arizona - August 2022

Lake Havasu City Eagles #4299 raised $7,889.59 from their Christmas in July event. The monies go toward the December Children's Shopping Spree. 

Newport, Vermont - August 2022

Northeast Kingdom Eagles #4329 hosted a fundraiser for an individual in their community battling cancer and raised more than $30,000 for his personal needs, medical bills and funeral expenses. The Ladies’ Auxiliary also awarded him with a check for $700 from raffle proceeds.

Virginia - August 2022

During the 2022 Virginia State Convention held in Fredericksburg, Virginia, June 23-25, the Virginia State Eagles were able to present a check to “Homes For Our Troops” for $136,721. These funds will go directly to aid in a build for Kevork “Khach” Khachadurian, who lost both of his legs when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) in Afghanistan in 2011. This donation was the byproduct of a year’s worth of fundraising towards the 2021-2022 Virginia State Worthy President’s Charity Project. 

The raising of funds began in Phoenix at the 2021 Grand Convention where SWP Rock Ruark and other volunteers sold his SWP Magnet to kickstart the effort. “The entire Virginia State Eagle Family got behind this effort and, in the end, raised far more money than I ever imagined; for which I am eternally grateful and proud of their accomplishment,” said SWP Rock Ruark. “This has been a marquee year for our State; with three new Aerie/Auxiliary Homes; 9.9% Net Gain in membership; and now this huge gift” he added. 

Rock himself is a 30-year veteran of the U.S. Army and stated “there was never a doubt as to the type of charity he would select when he reached the seat of State Worthy President; however, when research was completed, it was “Homes For Our Troops” that won out over various non-profits assisting America’s Heroes today”.

Brainerd, Minnesota - August 2022

Brainerd Eagles #287 recently held a fundraiser for Camp UBU. The camp was in need of funds to support less fortunate children who requested to attend. The Eagles raised $1,612 during their event. Additionally, Eagle member Amanda Bachman, who also belongs to the Brainerd Lions, requested a donation for the event and was given a surprise check for $5,000 from the Lions to help the cause. The Qing for Communities barbecue fundraiser was supported by Super One foods and the Ugly Cheesecake Factory. Thanks go to  Shawn and Michelle Bailey for serving as the grill masters. Pictured, l to r, Trustees Keith Bachman and Bob Hannahs and bartender Dan Bachman. Also pictured is Bob Hannahs presenting the donation to Cathy Picek, Camp UBU Director.