American Legion Auxiliary
Mission Statement
In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security.
Vision Statement
The vision of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion while becoming the premier service organization and foundation of every community providing support for our veterans, our military, and their families by shaping a positive future in an atmosphere of fellowship, patriotism, peace and security.
Post 484 Officers & Committees
| President | Chris Reed |
| 1st Vice President | Robin Robbins |
| 2nd Vice President | Donna Adamski |
| Secretary | Sherry Van Bruggen |
| Treasurer | Michele Gerlofs |
| Chaplain | Rene Wilson |
| Sgt at Arms | Kathy Uecker |
| Historian | Mary Olis-Goebel |
| Executive Committee | Laurie Wyman, Bonnie Bogue, and Judy Ruser |
Unit 484 Auxiliary Meetings
Auxiliary Unit 484 meets once a month, on the 1st Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. (no meeting in July). We encourage all members to join our meetings and become active in the events we sponsor.
Things We Do
Our Auxiliary not only supports our Veterans, but we also are big supporters of the community. Below are just a few of them. There are so many other things we do and hope you will join our team!
Steak Fry’s
During the fall/winter months (Oct-Mar), we host a Steak Fry/Grilled Chicken event at our Post. Our team is made up of all Auxiliary members and this is one of our biggest fund-raisers. We have a great time at these events and are always looking for help from our members!
Poppy Days
Each year, our Unit supports the annual Poppy Program. We hold our Poppy Days the weekend before Memorial Day. Most of our volunteers are Auxiliary members; however, we sometimes get help from our Legion and Sons members. The money raised from Poppy Days goes into a special account and is used solely for our Veterans.
Memorial Day Parade
The Annual Hickory Corners Memorial Day Parade is a big event for our small community. Our Post works closely with the Hickory Corners Fire Department in sponsoring the Parade. Our Auxiliary has a banner and marches each year in the Parade. Following the Parade, we hold memorial services for our fallen comrades at the local cemetery. Following the services, there is a dinner at the Post which is open to the public. The Battle Creek VA normally brings a bus of Veterans to both watch the Parade and also join everyone afterwards for a meal at the Post.
Battle Creek VA
We support our Veterans in a couple of different ways. First, we are one of the hosts for the monthly Bingo that takes place at the VA. We provide refreshments and Bingo prizes for the Veterans. This is a fun event and the Veterans truly appreciate our efforts. Second, we also host a group of Veterans at our Post for a hot meal, followed by Bingo and then dessert. This event is held quarterly and again, is another event that is a lot of fun and the Veterans love it.
Girls State
Each year, we solicit for interested Juniors to participate in both the Girls State and Boys State programs. We work in conjunction with the Legion. We focus on two local high schools and try to sponsor at least 2-6 students each year.
Unit 484 Auxiliary Membership
American Legion Auxiliary Membership Eligibility Requirements
Membership in the American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the grandmothers, mothers, sisters, wives, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion, and to the grandmothers, mothers, sisters, wives, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who were in the Armed Forces of the United States during any of the following periods and died in the line of duty during such service, or who, having received an Honorable Discharge, died after service:
A woman who is eligible for American Legion membership is eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary regardless of whether or not she is a member of The American Legion. However, eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct decedents) depends upon her membership in The American Legion.