We are mothers who now have, or have had, children honorably serving in the military. We are a non-profit (501[c]3) service organization supporting each other and our children while promoting patriotism.
The Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is authorized by the U.S. Code: Title 36; Section 943, as of January 26, 1998.
The Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is a non-partisan, non-political organization. We do not support any political candidate, nor do we endorse any religious organization. The military represents all aspects of America as does our organization.
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HISTORY OF THE BLUE STAR MOTHERS OF AMERICA, INC.
On January 22, 1942 the Flint News Advertiser printed a coupon asking Mothers of serviceman to return the coupon after filling it out. The following February 1st 300 mothers met in the Durant Hotel, in Flint Michigan. Captain George H. Maines, who had conceived the idea for this group, acted as the chair of this first meeting. It was decided that after receiving 1000 responses from the ad to form a permanent organization.
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February 6th the organization was reported on Congressional record.
Chapters then formed in Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, New York, Pennsylvania,
Oregon, California, Iowa and Washington. In June of 1960 the organization was
chartered by congress.
View the
Charter
Chapter photo from 1945
Mothers volunteered throughout the tough times of World War II. They worked in
hospitals, train stations, packed care packages for soldiers and were an working
part of homeland security during times our time of war. The organization waned
in size over the years but has held together by mothers showing pride in both
their children and country. In recent times we have began to grow in strength.
Being attacked on our own soil has once again started mothers hanging flags in
their windows at home proclaiming pride in the fact that we have children
protecting our freedom during at time of war
Our organization not only provides support for active duty service personnel,
promotes patriotism, assists Veterans organizations, and are available to assist
in homeland volunteer efforts to help our country remain strong.
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Blue Star families of Central Virginia Chapter 1President Sara Murray |
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Blue Star Families of Richmond Chapter 2President Paige Bartholomew |
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Blue Star Families of Hampton Roads Chapter 3Website President Patti Correa 757-639-9818 PO Box 16228, Newport News, VA 23608 |
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