The first national distribution of Buddy Poppies was by VFW Posts in May 1922.
The following are the audited results of the Veterans Relief Fund for the year starting July 1, 2002: Receipts, $5,387; Disbursed, $6,028. Major benefactors include Southland Nursing Home Vets ($783), Atlanta VA Hospital ($1,200), VFW National Home for Children ($1,000), Disabled American Vets ($500), local assistance to needy vets ($1,399), and the purchase of VFW Buddy Poppies ($840).
In addition to the Buddy Poppy distribution, the post will offer Veterans Memorial Bricks for sale for $30 and will solicit for new VFW members.
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