Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms

Lassen County, California
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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.

 

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.

 

U.S. Code: Title 36; Section 943

The purposes of the corporation shall be: to perpetuate the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., and the memory of all the men and women who have served our country as members of  the Armed Forces; the further object of this organization shall be patriotic, educational, social, and for service; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States; to educate our members and others not to divulge military, naval, or other Government information; to assist in veterans' ceremonies, to attend patriotic rallies and meetings; to foster true democracy; to care for the unsupported mothers who gave their sons to the service of the Nation; to aid in bringing about recognition of the need of permanent civilian defense for each community and to ever be alert against invasion of un-American activities; to uphold the American institutions of freedom, justice, and equal rights, and to defend the United States from all enemies.

 

 

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.

On 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.

 

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.

 

 

The Blue Star Mothers


Conceived by Captain George H. Maines
This group was formed and still sustains

Fine hearted women brought to stay
The Blue Star Mothers we love today

That year was nineteen forty-two
Tough battles raged so far from view

Their young were in the midst of war
Support was needed from their shore

Great mothers of our troops came through
And forged their path in World War II

Since then their vision has maintained
Proud patriots, how they've remained

Each Blue Star Mom is filled with love
They strive to spread so much hereof

To warm the heart where there is need
Accomplished works, superb indeed

In war and peace how strong they stand
God Bless each one throughout our land

© 2005 Roger J. Robicheau    

 

http://sites.google.com/site/veteranpoetroger/home/our-wonderful-military-mothers 

 

Who Can Join Blue Star Mothers of America

Blue Star Mothers

A Mother or Stepmother (since the child was of the age of 13) who has a son or daughter who is serving, or has been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States. Services included are the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines.

Blue Star Dads (associate member)

Blue Star Dads is in the process or reorganization. Dads we need you!! Until Dads are reorganized they should apply as an associate member. We do have Blue Star Dad Pins.

A Father or Step Father (since the child was of the age of 13) who has a son or daughter who is serving, or has been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States. Services included are the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines.

Blue Star Associates

A spouse, sister, brother, grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, or friend of someone who is serving, or has been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States. Services included are the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserve Units, and the Merchant Marines.

 

To Join the Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms

 

1. Come to our meeting

2. Fill out a quick membership application 

3. Pay the annual membership fee of $20.00

 

Or if you have not attended a meeting yet and would like to join the Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms online

 

1. Go to www.BlueStarMothers.Org.

2. Click on Join Now

3. Enter email address

4. Enter CA 22 - Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms

5. Pay online $20

6. Congratulations you are now an official Blue Star Mother and in a couple of hours you will have more

    access to the BlueStarMothers.Org website. 

   

NOTE: Associate Members and Dads do not pay fees

 

*Membership is not required to attend meetings & projects*

 

 

The Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms

Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6 - 8 pm Susanville Veterans Memorial Hall

1205 Main Street

Susanville, California

  

(across the street from Lassen High School, parking & meeting held around in the back of the Hall.)