Fwd: Urgent Call for Disaster Relief Operations--VFW Posts Across Texas
Jimmie Mosby
Begin forwarded message: Please read below from Department of Texas VFW. Our local drop off will be at Lufkin VFW Post 1836. Please leave all items under the porch at the front doors if no one is there at the time of drop off. Todd Kettelkamp will take care of it from there.
From: Mitch Fuller <mi...@texasvfw.org>
Date: July 12, 2025 at 2:25:15 PM CDT
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Subject: Urgent Call for Disaster Relief Operations--VFW Posts Across Texas
Comrade District Commanders,
As we continue to support communities affected by recent disasters across our great state, the Dept of Texas is asking Posts and members to rally together in the spirit of service and camaraderie that embodies the Texas VFW.
We are requesting donations of the following essential items to aid in ongoing disaster response and recovery efforts:
- Protein Bars
- Beef Jerky
- Liquid I.V. or Electrolyte Packets
- Heavy-Duty Work Gloves
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye Drops
- Gallon-Size Zipper Bags
- Yellow or Orange Safety Vests or belts
- Garden Hoses
- Tree trimmers
- Machetes
- Batteries (All Sizes)
- Flashlights
- Headlamps
- Squeegees
- Cleaning Supplies
- Handheld Walkie Talkies
- Socks
These supplies are critical to both first responders and affected families who are working tirelessly to clean up, rebuild, and stay safe under difficult conditions.
We ask that each Post coordinate local collection efforts and deliver or ship gathered donations to a designated distribution center within your respective Districts. Many of you have already identified Posts as staging areas for donations in your District. Your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of fellow Texans in need.
Please continue to coordinate with State Chief of Staff Greg Brannan on updates in your Districts.
Thank you for embodying the VFW’s commitment to service and for standing together during these challenging times. Your continued support reflects the best of what it means to be a veteran and a Texan.
Yours in Comradeship,
Mitch Fuller
Chairman, National Legislative Committee (2024-25)
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States
Administrative Operations and Legislative Affairs
National/State Legislative Chairman
All-American District and Post Commander
VFW Department of Texas
512-834-8535, ext. 107 (office)
512-228-7074 (cell)
