Commander Owen Jackson and the National Sons of AMVETS (American Veterans) are raising funds to renovate the AMVETS Family Service Center.  This 35,000 square foot facility will provide housing and important services for veterans and their families experiencing homeless.

Owen Jackson of Athens Ohio was elected to National Sons of AMVETS Commander on August 10^th at the Sons of AMVETS National Convention in Springfield, Illinois.  Owen is a life member of Sons of AMVETS Squadron 76 in Athens, Ohio. where he continues to be active. 

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Congratulations to the following winners of the the Pick 3 numbers for May 2024. Thank you for supporting the National Sons of AMVETS.

Join the National Sons of AMVETS for dinner to honor Commander Bobby Bryant
 on May 4th at a Testimonial Dinner.

Legislative Advocacy Week is set for March 5th through March 9th.  For full details, visit the 2024 Legislative Priorities page.

The ballots have been tallied. CONGRATULATIONS to National Sons of AMVETS Commander Bobby Bryant and the entire leadership team for 2023-2024.
Commander - Bobby Bryant OH
1st Vice Commander Owen Jackson OH
2nd Vice Commander - Patrick Holcombe FL
3rd Vice Commander - Dave Niederhauser IA
Finance Officer – PNC Richard Thibodeau ME
Judge Advocate – PNC David Spencer MA

Do you remember Tuesday September 11, 2001? What were you doing when you heard the news? I was unemployed at the time, waiting to hear from an interview the previous day, eating breakfast, and watching Good Morning America. The report came in and coverage began, and a few minutes later lives changed forever.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have upped the ante! Free tickets to all veterans for Thursday night August 24, 2023. 

The link below to sign up means one email address = one ticket. 

https://fevogm.com/event/AMVETS

AMVETS Family and friends,

Amvets Family and Friends,
There is no other day like Memorial Day. Memorial Day beckons us to perform our civic duty. Memorial Day calls on every citizen to pause and reflect on the extraordinary sacrifice of our heroes.

Eugene J. Batt

Obituary for Eugene J. Batt | Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc. (schafferfh.com)

February 25, 1939 ~ April 9, 2023 (age 84)

AMVETS Family and Friends,

Today I am reminded that Easter is the most important day to Christians worldwide. It is the foundation of their faith, a fulfillment of prophecy, and time of renewal.

AMVETS Family members and Friends,
On behalf of Sons of AMVETS nationwide, we wish everyone health, wealth, and new blessings to count each day in 2023.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
Michael 'Mick' Ciesla - Commander
National Sons of AMVETS

Fellow Sons, AMVETS Family, and Friends,
The Christmas message is timeless. It is a day of joy, goodwill, love, peace, and wonderment. From year to year and generation to generation, it does not change. We are fortunate to live in this great country that is dedicated to liberty and freedom of expression.

Last year Sons of AMVETS National Commander Paul Speigle selected Operation Second Chance as his project. Commander Paul garnered support from Sons of AMVETS Squadrons from across the country. Additionally, the AMVETS Family, which includes AMVETS, AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary, Junior AMVETS, AMVETS Riders, plus many friends generously donated to ensure a successful effort.

Final update!

Congratulations to all the winners of our December 2022 Calendar Raffle! If you have not received Your prize by now it will be mailed to you shortly.

Thursday 12/1 - $50 - #512 - Debbie Sallette - Fort Pierce, FL

Friday 12/2 - $50 - #876 - Laura Beaulieu - North Port, FL

Saturday 12/3 - $100 - #728 - Michael E. Stephens - Fort Pierce, FL 

Fellow Sons,
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others” – Cicero

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Past National Commander Charles S. Kyser. On behalf of National Sons of AMVETS, we extend our most heartfelt condolences to the Kyser family.  You will be in our prayers, and may the Lord provide you grace to ease your grief during this most difficult time.

Veterans Day started as Armistice Day, November 11th, because that is the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. In 1954, this important day was changed to "Veterans Day" to celebrate and honor all Veterans who honorably served our great nation.

Fellow Sons,
It is with sadness to inform everyone that Ladies Auxiliary member Fran McGurk passed away on Saturday October 15, 2022.

Sons of AMVETS, AMVETS Family, and Friends,

Fellow Sons, AMVETS family, and friends,

Fellow Sons, AMVETS Family and Friends,

Sons of AMVETS National Convention is over, the votes are tabulated, and appointments are completed. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LEADERSHIP TEAM FOR 2022 -2023.

Commander - Michael ‘Mick’ Ciesla – FL

1ST Vice Commander – Bobby Bryant – OH

2nd Vice Commander – Owen Jackson – OH

3rd Vice Commander – Patrick Holcombe – FL

Greeting Fellow Sons, AMVETS Family, and Friends,

Our National Convention in New Orleans was a genuinely exciting week.

My humble THANKS to the membership of Sons of AMVETS for having the confidence in me to serve as National Commander for 2022-2023. I look forward to representing you in the best traditions of our organization.