Oregon War Veterans Blog
Salem, Oregon
 | Oregon War Veterans Association (OWVA) is a charitable organization established by US Military Veterans for Veterans and activated National Guardsmen, reservists and their families. OWVA is a 501(c)(19) charity, with the ability to receive contributions and give receipts for tax deductions. Any or all of OWVA's charitable contributions may be used for political purposes, in accordance with IRC... |
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| Keywords: | oregon war veterans, veteran, veteran's membership association, oregon military, advocates, advocacy, legislation, charity, charitable, contributions, national guard, orng, oregon national guard, owva, greg warnock |
| Updated: | May 23rd, 2008 at 9:12 PM |
| Added: | September 30th, 2007 |
| Post Clicks: | 8 |
| Site URL: | http://oregonwarvets.typepad.com/owva_blog/ |
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Salem-News.com (SALEM, Ore. ) - Each year on Memorial Day, Americans pay honor to all of those who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. In recognition of the holiday’s rich history, the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is announcing the Memorial Day celebrations occurring statewide of which the agency has been made aware. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day...
On Wednesday (at approx. 11:45 AM), Greg Warnock called the Lars Larson Show on 750 KXL Radio, to express his primary reason for OWVA's endorsement of Kevin Mannix. "Kevin Mannix has always been accessible to OWVA's leadership regarding fundraising for projects, or legal services for vets, or discussions about issues affecting veterans and members of Oregon's military family," said Warnock to...
Note from executive director, Greg Warnock: OWVA rarely gets involved in Primary campaign races, unless candidates request an endorsement. In 2008's Primary season, only four candidates asked for OWVA's endorsement. Donna Nelson (R)- Yamhill County Commissioner position. Donna is an honorary member of OWVA, and 2007 recipient of OWVA's Citizenship Award. Her dedication to the troops and vets is...
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The Board of directors for the Oregon War Veterans Association (OWVA) agreed that Kevin Mannix deserved their highest civilian award. The Citizenship Award is given to individuals and organizations who demonstrate an "above the call of duty" support for veterans, members of Oregon's military and their families. "Kevin Mannix has helped OWVA raise more than $90,000.00 since 2002, in support of our...
Salem, OR - On April 21, 2008, the White House confirmed that Salem Native- The Reverend Jacob "Jake" DeShazer is being considered for the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom. DeShazer, who died last month would receive the award posthumously. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is America's highest civilian award and, among all American honors, it ranks second to only the Congressional Medal...
After regular meetings with several past supporters of OWVA's charitable programs, OWVA received several large contributions totaling more than $130,000.00 since January 2008.www.owva.org "OWVA's financial goal for 2008 is to raise $1,500,000.00 toward several projects, including development of programs in support of families of Oregon national Guard (ORNG) members who will be deployed in 2008 and...
