Post on 04-Jan-2016
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Air Force Association
Alamo Chapter #234
Presentation to Area Commanders
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We …
• Are the world’s largest Chapter - 4,500+ members, 57,000+ retirees, and approximately 86,000 family members
• Represent and support three bases and more than fifteen units - 40,000+ personnel
• Face challenges– Declining active membership– Legal restrictions on active duty involvement– Ops Tempo
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Our Mission
• Support the effective use of Aerospace power through four major programs:– Advocacy– Awareness– Education– People
• Complimenting the AFA National’s Strategic Plan
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Positive Professional Advocacy
• Intense training
• Speak out for effective use of air power
• Provide support to AF people who are spokespersons
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Focused Awareness Programs
• Increase awareness through Alamo Chapter community involvement
• Build an engaged, active membership
• Ensure the community values the AF and the Alamo Chapter
• Air Force Magazine
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Comprehensive Education Program
• Spread the word to community at large
• Sponsor scholarships– JROTC– ROTC– Membership
• Provide Visions of Excellence Program
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Diverse People Programs
• Activities foster links to diverse membership
• Enhance community understanding and ownership of AF
• Chapter is linkage between Education, Civilians, Military, and the Community
• Awards programs boost morale and foster togetherness
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What you can do?
• Support through your actions
• Allow participation
• Participate in events– Awards Banquets– Breakfasts– Birthday Balls
• Sponsor Community Partners Breakfast
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Can we help you?