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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?