What Association do you belong to. I belong to a few, my favorite is AUSA.

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 13:34:17 -0400

Since 1950, the Association of the United States Army has worked to support all aspects of national security while advancing the interests of America's Army and the men and women who serve.

AUSA is a private, non-profit educational organization that supports America's Army - Active, National Guard, Reserve, Civilians, Retirees, Government Civilians, Wounded Warriors, Veterans, and family members. AUSA provides numerous Professional Development Opportunities at a variety of events both local and national.

OUR MISSION

AUSA represents every American Soldier by:

- Being the voice for all components of America's Army
- Fostering public support of the Army's role in national security
- Providing professional education and information programs

AUSA’s Bylaws

OUR VISION

As the premier voice for America's Soldiers, we are a dedicated team committed to building the best professional and representative association for the world's best Army.

OUR VALUES

- Excellence
- Innovation
- Professionalism
- Inclusiveness
- Integrity
- Responsiveness

ADVOCACY

AUSA speaks out for the men and women of the United States Army who proudly serve our country. How AUSA is working for you.

AUSA’s 2013 Annual Report

LOCAL COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

AUSA has 125 chapters located worldwide. Made up entirely of volunteers, they provide recreational and educational opportunities to Soldiers and their families. Most importantly, they support our deployed Soldiers and families left behind. AUSA and its' chapters have contributed over $2,000,000 to awards, scholarships, and support of soldier and family programs.

EDUCATION

Grassroots support for America's Army can only come when people know and understand the value of the Army to the nation. AUSA accomplishes this through its various chapters, our Institute of Land Warfare, Industry Affairs meetings & events, and our Government Affairs office.

PROFESSIONAL BENEFITS

AUSA wants to become your professional association. As an Army professional, you need to keep current on issues that affect you in the work place. AUSA is the only organization in existence that offers educational material and events designed specifically to educate you about these issues.

WHO CAN JOIN?

AUSA is open to all Army ranks and all components -- including Active, National Guard, Army Reserve -- Government civilians, retirees, Wounded Warriors, Veterans, concerned citizens and family members. Indeed AUSA welcomes anyone who subscribes to the philosophy of a strong national defense with special concern for the Army. Community businesses and defense industry companies are also welcome to join AUSA. Join Now!

Contact AUSA
http://www.ausa.org/About/Pages/default.aspx

http://iava.org/?gclid=CPK19OaWnsECFehDMgod33EAJA

http://www.tc-regt-association.org/

About Us

Since 1950, the Association of the United States Army has worked to support allaspects of national security while advancing the interests of America's Army andthe men and women who serve.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2014 1:47 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 13:47:04 -0400

I belong to AMVETS and American Legion. I have also been considering the Air Force Sergeants Association.

Response by SPC David S. made Oct 5 at 2014 1:56 PM

SPC David S. — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 13:56:43 -0400

For me The Soldier's Project which I have yet to do any real work and I'm looking into DAV. I've also supported SUDS, a scuba program for disabled vets that is outstanding. What I think is important that as individuals we give back or contribute in a positive manner. If we have more positive forces working than negatives our communities will reap the benefits. Kudos to SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL for getting involved. Excellent topic.

Response by LTC Hillary Luton made Oct 5 at 2014 3:09 PM

LTC Hillary Luton — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 15:09:39 -0400

I'm a lifetime member of AUSA, VFW and ROA. I currently belong to or have in the past belonged to the American Legion and MOAA. I think that's more than enough, especially since the only organization I spend any time with is AUSA. ;-)

Response by SSG V. Michelle Woods made Oct 5 at 2014 3:41 PM

SSG V. Michelle Woods — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 15:41:18 -0400

I belong to Rally Point.

Oh and the VFW and American Legion.

Response by SSG Maurice P. made Oct 5 at 2014 4:31 PM

SSG Maurice P. — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 16:31:46 -0400

RALLYPOINT USABOT VFW AMERICAN LEGION MASONIC LODGE YORK RITE SHRINER

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2014 6:00 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 18:00:59 -0400

I dont belong to any associations as of yet. I do plan on joining the VFW as well as the 101st Airborne and 1st ID associations

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2014 7:27 PM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 19:27:24 -0400

Life Member VFW
Iraq Afghanistan Veterans of America
USAA
Naval Institute
Past member American Legion (need to re-join, did not have enough hours in the day)
Central New York Chief Petty Officers Assn
Naval Air Facility Washington Chief Petty Officers Assn
Rally Point

Response by MSG Wade Huffman made Oct 6 at 2014 7:27 AM

MSG Wade Huffman — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 07:27:34 -0400

I am a member of VFW, American Legion, IAVA, AMVETS, Masonic Lodge, OSACVSO, NACVSO, and RallyPoint. Used to be a member of AUSA under the 'highly recommended you be a member' period (stomp, stomp) which left a rather bad taste for me. Nothing against the organization as a whole, just the strong arm influence of command over becoming a member. I hope this is no longer the case.

Response by PFC Stephens Clark made Oct 6 at 2014 1:54 PM

PFC Stephens Clark — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 13:54:59 -0400

can you forward me information to join this Organization. I also belong to The American Legion, Rally Point and AmVets
Post 1979.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2014 2:41 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 14:41:49 -0400

RallyPoint; VFW; Lifetime member of SF Association; SOLE; Lifetime member of the Society of the First Infantry Division; Lifetime member of the NRA (certified instructor); USAA; HOG Member; Patriot Guard Rider

Response by SPC Danny Eldridge made Oct 6 at 2014 5:00 PM

SPC Danny Eldridge — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 17:00:05 -0400

American Legion, DAV, SF Association, USAA, NRA, and life member of VFW

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2014 7:33 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 07:33:40 -0400

National Infantry Association. (NIA)
I recommend all Infantryman join!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2014 9:23 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 09:23:34 -0400

While I belong to AUSA, to me the VFW (I am a life member) is strongest affiliation. When I was enlisted and deployed, my grandfather (WWII Vet) died...my Dad was having problems figuring out how to work the burial and honor guard; I sent one e-mail to the VFW's national page, and while I never heard anything back, they contacted my Dad and took care of everything for the Funeral.

As soon as I returned from (my first combat) deployment, I joined as a lifetime member (which as a Corporal was a big investment for me). I am a big fan of the VA.

The most FUN military organization I am involved in is the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association; all ages, all wars, all branches, and all bikes...just a bunch of combat vets getting together from across the nation to ride, do community service and help each other out.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2014 10:02 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 10:02:50 -0400

In a member of the North Carolina National Guard Association.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2014 10:42 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 10:42:26 -0400

I am a Lifetime member of NGAT (National Guard Association of Texas), NGAUS (National Guard Association of the United States), and I am a member of the Board of Directors of the Texas National Guard Family Support Foundation.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 7 at 2014 2:06 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 14:06:53 -0400

I belong to several military organizations.
VFW, Transportation Corps Regimental Association, National Defense Transportation Association, Team Red, White, and Blue, and Military Officers Association of America.

Response by LTC Paul Heinlein made Oct 8 at 2014 9:50 AM

LTC Paul Heinlein — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 09:50:18 -0400

Life Member VFW
Life Member Military Police Regimental Association
Life Member Society of the 3rd Infantry Division
AUSA
International Association of Chiefs of Police

Response by 1SG Dennis McMahon made Oct 8 at 2014 12:41 PM

1SG Dennis McMahon — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 12:41:00 -0400

I also belong to AUSA, also the American Legion and the VFW. They all work to protect what we earned as active duty service members, plus the beer is usually pretty cheap (lol). Also, a life member to the Society of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Response by MSgt Chris Adams made Oct 8 at 2014 7:05 PM

MSgt Chris Adams — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 19:05:19 -0400

VFW. Haven't decided whether I will join Air Force Sergeants Assoc. yet

Response by CPL Corey Aldridge made Oct 8 at 2014 8:19 PM

CPL Corey Aldridge — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 20:19:35 -0400

VFW, and thinking that AUSA would be a smart move

Response by SFC William Swartz Jr made Oct 12 at 2014 10:42 AM

SFC William Swartz Jr — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 10:42:22 -0400

As of now: Armor Association, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of American and as a Lifetime member of the Blackhorse Association...oh and of course Rallypoint!

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 12 at 2014 4:58 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 16:58:24 -0400

I belong to VFW and USAA.

Response by SGT Thomas Lucken made Oct 12 at 2014 4:59 PM

SGT Thomas Lucken — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 16:59:05 -0400

VFW, American Legion, 2ID Association, and one of the these days, the US Cavalry Association.