Daugherty-Hamilton Post 234

Purpose: Provides strategic direction and oversight between regular Post meetings.

• Sets agendas and priorities; coordinates cross-committee work.
• Reviews budgets, contracts, risk, and compliance topics.
• Prepares recommendations for membership votes.

Cadence: Monthly or as needed • Deliverables: Annual plan, risk register, committee reports.

Purpose: Recruit, onboard, retain, and engage members.

• Handles applications/transfers; maintains accurate rosters (with Adjutant).
• Plans outreach at community events; welcomes new members.
• Drives renewals (email/phone/postal) and recognition programs.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Member pipeline/renewal dashboard; welcome materials.

Purpose: Stewardship of Post funds and fiscal controls.

• Builds annual budget; tracks income/expenses; supports grant compliance.
• Reconciles accounts; prepares monthly and annual financial reports.
• Coordinates with Fundraising on event P&L and cash handling SOPs.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Budget, treasurer reports, financial policies.

Purpose: Promote patriotism, civic education, and respect for the flag.

• Coordinates flag education/retirement, school programs, and patriotic observances.
• Supports essay contests and citizenship initiatives.

Cadence: Seasonal/Monthly • Deliverables: Program calendar; school/partner contacts.

Purpose: Connect veterans with benefits, wellness resources, and assistance.

• Collaborates with County/State Veteran Service Officers (CVSO/SO).
• Coordinates hospital/clinic visits, transportation support, and outreach.
• Maintains resource lists (claims, mental health, caregiver support).

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Resource directory; assistance tracking.

Purpose: Support programs that serve military/veteran families and local youth.

• Coordinates scholarships, school supplies, and holiday support drives.
• Partners with ALA/SAL and community orgs on youth safety and development.

Cadence: Monthly/Seasonal • Deliverables: Program calendar; impact summary.

Purpose: Plan and deliver community-facing activities.

• Parades, memorial events, clean-ups, and volunteer projects.
• Coordinates with city/county and local nonprofits.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Event playbooks; after-action reports (AARs).

Purpose: Tell the Post’s story and keep stakeholders informed.

• Manages newsletter, website updates, and social media.
• Drafts press releases; coordinates with local media.
• Maintains brand standards and photo consent practices.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Comms calendar; press/media kit.

Purpose: Track and communicate non-partisan veteran policy developments.

• Monitors veteran-relevant legislation and informs membership.
• Coordinates resolutions and advocacy aligned with Legion policy.

Cadence: As needed • Deliverables: Legislative briefings; action alerts.

Purpose: Render military honors and present the colors at ceremonies.

• Funeral honors scheduling and detail management.
• Parade/color presentation training, uniforms, and equipment care.

Cadence: Training monthly • Deliverables: Honor detail roster; ceremony SOPs.

Purpose: Plan and execute poppy distribution to fund veteran support.

• Order poppies; schedule distribution sites; manage volunteers.
• Ensure funds are tracked and used per program rules.

Cadence: Seasonal • Deliverables: Poppy plan; funds accountability report.

Purpose: Host the American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program.

• Recruit students; coordinate judges and venue/logistics.
• Promote to schools; submit winners to district/state.

Cadence: Seasonal • Deliverables: Contest packet; results submission.

Purpose: Select and sponsor students to attend Badger Boys State.

• Coordinate with school counselors; interview candidates.
• Arrange fees, transport support, and orientation.

Cadence: Seasonal • Deliverables: Candidate slate; sponsorship paperwork.

Purpose: Administer Post scholarship programs fairly and transparently.

• Publish criteria and timelines; evaluate applications.
• Coordinate awards and recognition with schools/families.

Cadence: Seasonal • Deliverables: Rubrics; award letters; donor reports.

Purpose: Plan events and campaigns that fund Post programs.

• Designs annual fundraising calendar (golf outing, raffles, tournaments).
• Owns sponsorships, donations, and event marketing.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Event P&L; sponsor packets; AARs.

Purpose: Independent review of Post financial records and controls.

• Conducts annual audit; validates receipts, disbursements, policies.
• Reports findings and recommendations to the membership.

Cadence: Annual • Deliverables: Audit report; corrective-action log.

Purpose: Identify and present a slate of qualified officer candidates.

• Confirms eligibility; gathers member interest; runs the nomination process.
• Ensures transparent, fair elections per by-laws.

Cadence: Annual (pre-election) • Deliverables: Candidate slate; election run-of-show.

Purpose: Keep governing documents current and compliant.

• Drafts amendments; aligns with Department/National guidance.
• Maintains policy library and document control.

Cadence: As needed • Deliverables: Updated by-laws; revision history.

Purpose: Oversee Post facility safety, readiness, and improvements.

• Schedules inspections; manages repairs and vendors.
• Maintains equipment inventory and preventive maintenance.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Maintenance plan; work orders; safety checks.

Purpose: Keep digital systems secure and useful for members.

• Maintains website, email lists, and event tools.
• Implements basic cybersecurity hygiene and backups.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Update log; access roster; backup schedule.

Purpose: Preserve and share the Post’s history and accomplishments.

• Archives photos, documents, and news clippings.
• Publishes annual narrative with highlights and milestones.

Cadence: Ongoing • Deliverables: Annual history; digital archive.

Purpose: Provide spiritual and morale support to members and families.

• Coordinates invocations/benedictions; supports memorial services.
• Maintains contact with ill/recuperating members.

Cadence: Ongoing • Deliverables: Care roster; memorial service guide.

Purpose: Assist the Service Officer in connecting veterans to benefits and claims support.

• Manages intake/referral process and outreach materials.
• Tracks assistance requests while protecting privacy.

Cadence: Monthly • Deliverables: Resource sheet; referral tracker.