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Display area will be announced. %���� On the inside of the envelope. 1 0 obj VFW National Home for Children; VFW National Home for Children Life Membership Application; VFW National Home For Children Helpline - 1-800-313-4200 The Post/Auxiliary is responsible for submitting the small white envelope correctly with the proper information listed on front and inside; also setting up and taking down displays. Campaign (Window, booth, parade, poster displays, campaign promotions, etc.) cD���j�����Ϣ*�+v�{b2��rl�6Ň�(|���ƈ��y.Q=M}���2x.�-/�[�@���e���Q�������V���#��h��˂�O��n4D�B���b~}���n�[O��x9:��� VFW Posts looking for information about the Department’s Buddy Poppy Contest should visit the “Post Tools” section using this link. -���"1���\����J��b�߁���|�kߐ��Z��)]xq(�3��3�c�́�aԦ�w~��.A��)KOz��:#��*aEd%�I�nK�G�5�U��9���o�y��� �|�$��L�Oex�_���=X���:����3]���ns�JM�/#���ځ�5vG�ݱ����U�Lje��5.x)�����6R+��[M�-y� �h��k7�w��B0��v��Ju�.�C���J$�6�'�q�u�$�$ڀ��i6�UH�s�5�_���&��$#�0b�oK/�v_��/I҅���0�{�8[�YSM.c������T��k�T\1�"f��T6J�e� O�(�* T��J�J�~�d�����˫�D��u�]e�iƟ��!G��}G�$Y1�5ϵ3�H�B?,)c&�xM��TI�����ŋoJ� ���@��6��fʁ-�jQ~cۗ���%�z=�����`sa;�tT.c���>)N�OTz�$�o�dF`�c�5�%��R ��w���0@!+�ͰC� n~I8|���3��v�)E����a%{�*Z�s�FL���t�"9 Buddy Poppy/ National Home Reminders: Fall Buddy Poppy Contest: Entries must have the following. b.

(a) Displays must be designed for public exposure and must bear a message Displays will be presented and judged in four categories: CATEGORY. Public Promotion of Poppy Campaign (Window, booth, parade, poster displays, campaign promotions, etc.)

Auxiliary of the envelope submit the VFW Post and/or Auxiliary name, number & location. Programs v#��! It is suggested that Department Contest rules be set up in conformance with this outline. %PDF-1.7 Resources Buddy Poppy Orders can take anywhere from 10-12 weeks to deliver. VFW Store Contact the. Fax: 225.925.5095, Menu If a Post and/or Auxiliary wins first place in the State competition in any of the first three (3) categories, the winners are invited to compete at the National Convention. Any display not meeting the requirements of Categories 1 and 2 will automatically be entered in Category 3. At least one (1) Buddy Poppy used in the Display must be in its original form and color, with label attached. n{VV�_P Remember to place all orders for Buddy Poppies and/or Poppy supplies through Department Headquarters – NOT NATIONAL!! At least one (1) Buddy Poppy used in the Display must be in its original form and color, with label attached. Buddy Poppy Orders can take anywhere from 10-12 weeks to deliver! Handout Poppy poem with flower graphic (prints in color, two per page, one sided) – Hand out this flyer when you distribute Poppies so everyone will understand why the VFW keeps the Poppy tradition alive. ella edwards-kirtley.

Remember place your orders early! NATIONAL CONVENTION “BUDDY” ® POPPY DISPLAY CONTEST These guidelines have been designed to place emphasis on the purpose and effectiveness of the displays. {fk�� � Any display not meeting the requirements of Categories 1 and 2 will automatically be entered in Category 3. In February 1924, we registered the name Buddy Poppy with the U.S. Patent Office. 3 0 obj Complete freedom shall be permitted in the use of Poppies, Poppy parts or Poppy labels, and in the use of dyes or paints in achieving the desired artistic effect. <> A certificate was issued on May 20, 1924, granting our organization all trademark rights in the name of Buddy under the classification of artificial flowers. The National organization assesses a tax of three and one-half cents on every poppy sold to a state department. endobj This tax is added to VFW National Home for Children. At least one (1) Buddy Poppy used in the display must be in its original form and color, with label attached. ARTISTIC OR DECORATIVE USE OF POPPIES:  Post Home Displays, Table Centerpieces, Corsages, Pictures, Plaques, Models, Scenes, Hats, Novelty Pieces, etc. Another great way you can help is to promote the National VFW “Buddy Poppy” Display Contest. RULES (1) Displays will be presented and judged in three categories: CATEGORY 1. National Convention Buddy Poppy Display guidelines will be adhered to for the Department Contest (see attached two (2) pages). Members Only 4 0 obj At least one (1) Buddy Poppy used in the display must be in its original form and color with label attached. A Buddy Poppy Display Contest will be held at the National Convention. Auxiliary # & District # Name of person or persons that created it . [Content_Types].xml �(� �VMo�@�#���"{�"!��� �����V�ڝ�Ϳgl'�����X�X��y�͛7�^^=�:�*krv�-XFZU�m�~���YP%jk g{�j���r�w�6!g%���y�%h2��З�z-�^��;!o���b�Kk��`���; ��Fx�&4��{�/�EcBFp,���5�9�ՕH���Q����(* �ʝ&���s�J�Z�u�C�k��j� 2 0 obj Displays will be presented and judged in three categories: CATEGORY 1.

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About Rules have been designed to put emphasis on the purpose and effectiveness of the displays. VFW National Contact The winners are responsible for setting up and taking down the displays at the National Convention. Buddy Poppy Display Contest Rules for June State Convention Competition Displays presented will be judged in, Please review the categories listed and the new rule requirements, and other information of interest to the viewer or the judges such as. National Auxiliary Site. endobj For a freewill donation, residents can purchase a buddy poppy from VFW Post 1216 in Austin. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> The Post and State Chairman must contact Department Headquarters in writing giving the size of the display and the amount of space required for displaying the Buddy Poppy entry Competition. It takes place at the National Convention every year. There are 3 categories in which there will be judging. The Post and State Chairman, must contact Department Headquarters in writing. If a Post and/or Auxiliary wins first place in the State competition in any of the first three (3) categories, the winners are invited to compete at the National Convention. stream The Post/Auxiliary is responsible for submitting the, with the proper information listed on front and inside; also setting up and taking down displays. See the Forms section of our website to order Buddy Poppies! ą�~�Ku�g�6�]����l�}QHG���^-��%j��kV����i2�X�� '3�D���z���[s �j��&. �������#e[b>

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Displays must be designed to honor the dead, to inspire devotion to God and Country, or to dramatize the activities supported by the Buddy Poppy. giving the size of the display and the amount of space required for displaying the Buddy Poppy entry Competition. Copyright (c) 2020 VFW DEPARTMENT OF LOUISIANA.

Post Home Displays, Table Centerpieces, Corsages, Pictures, Plaques, Models, Scenes, Hats, Novelty Pieces, etc. MEMORIAL OR INSPIRATIONAL DISPLAYS:  Wreaths, Memorial Tablets or Plaques, Patriotic, or Devotional themes. “BUDDY”® POPPY DISPLAY CONTEST .

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DEPARTMENT DISPLAY CONTEST RULES A Buddy Poppy Display Contest will be held at the 2020-2021 Department Convention. All Post are reminded to purchase Buddy Poppies and carry out the VFW Tag Line ".

Complete freedom shall be permitted in the use of Poppies, Poppy parts or Poppy labels, and in the use of dyes or paints in achieving the desired artistic effect. �l:utw����W�$\�.x��I���3���|�,F�@(=w@�}��~O�N@ Displays must be designed for public exposure and must bear a message soliciting a donation for and wearing of the VFW “Buddy”® Poppy. b. a. Contact Us via Email <> Wreaths, Memorial Tablets or Plaques, Patriotic, or Devotional themes. 2. Remember also that all orders should be placed.