Supporting the Troops

SUPPORT THE TROOPS

Vets Returning Home opened its doors in September 2013 in Roseville, Michigan.  The facility was created to benefit military veterans returning home who have found themselves homeless for various reasons.

Troy Women’s Association donated $300 in Meijer gift cards to purchase meat for the vets, the greatest immediate need identified.  Additionally, with $500 in Walmart gift cards TWA purchased bath towels and fresh fruit along with a large Easter basket filled with snacks.  These items were delivered in time for the Easter holiday together with the dollars remaining on the Walmart gift cards for stocking their pantry.

Vets Returning Home brings hope and self worth to our vets by working to serve their individual needs.  TWA is grateful to these brave men who sacrificed their personal lives to protect our freedom.  

Submitted by Carole P.

Project Linus

       Troy Women’s Association members participated once again in a Project Linus event held at St.  Anastasia Church in Troy on March 29, 2014.  Representing our group were 16 adults and 14 children including girl scouts and grandchildren.  Some of the children were even given the opportunity to sew on a sewing machine for the first time and they loved it.   
    Our membership purchased flannel, fleece, satin binding, etc. to make over 60 blankets for care communities across the United States.
The day’s activities included ironing, cutting, machine sewing, turning, pinning, folding, knotting and hand sewing labels with the Project Linus logo.  
As usual it was a day filled with fun and fellowship.

Submitted by Mary S.