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VFW Post 9528 in Buckhead Ridge recently elected a new commander, and in doing so, became one of only seven posts in the state of Florida to ever elect a female commander. Patricia Yount is not only the first female commander of Post 9528, she is also the first in District 11, which includes Lake Placid, Fort Pierce, Jenson Beach, Vero Beach, Sebring, Stuart, Hobe Sound, Sebastian, and Okeechobee. The Veterans of Foreign Wars opened its membership to women in 1970, but men still outnumber women by a huge number. Commander Yount explains that her post has 313 members, and only four of those are female. She is working on ideas to attract more women, and hopes to implement them in the near future.
Mrs. Yount spent four years on active duty in …show more content…

Every year they donate 100 backpacks to local schools. Mrs. Yount also speaks to school children about such things as patriotism, Americanism, flag etiquette, and on a woman’s perspective on military life. Mrs. Yount is very passionate about veterans, service to her community, and the armed forces and enjoys sharing her passion with others. Every year in October, Post 9528 focuses on breast cancer awareness. This project is spear-headed by Kathy Crosswhite, an auxiliary member who has survived breast cancer twice. They spend the month of October educating women on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and on preventative care. They sell ribbons, auction off baskets, and this year are planning a dinner and ball. All proceeds are set aside in an account to help locals in their treatment and …show more content…

Middle school students compete by writing a 300-400 word essay on the topic of patriotism. The national first place winner is awarded $5,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. High school students are eligible to compete in the Voice of Democracy competition. They must write and record a three to five minute essay on the selected theme and present it to their local VFW. First place winners in each state receive a four day trip to Washington and the chance to compete for a portion of more than $150,000 in scholarships. The VFW also recognizes three teachers each year for their outstanding commitment to teaching Americanism and patriotism to their students, and last, but not least, service members and veterans are provided with financial assistance to finish their educations through the Sports Clips Help a Hero

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