Podcasts

DAV Auxiliary Podcasts

The DAV Auxiliary Podcast discusses important topics and programs of our organization. It features national officers, program chairmen, and guest speakers, all while continuing our mission of making a difference in the lives of disabled veterans and their families.

June 3, 2025

This podcast features Kathleen Wenthe, the DAV Auxiliary’s National First Junior Vice Commander and National Membership Chairman, discussing the vital role and recruitment efforts of the DAV Auxiliary. She emphasizes that ideal members have a personal connection to a veteran but encourages anyone passionate about supporting veterans and their families to join. Wenthe highlights various recruitment strategies, including leveraging digital tools like the “sponsor a supporter” QR code, and stresses the key benefits of membership such as advocacy for veteransthrough legislation and direct support for their daily needs, including transportation to VA appointments. The discussion also covers the importance of junior memberships for the organization’s future, addressing new privacy laws and outlining scholarship opportunities. Finally, Wenthe details membership incentives, including reduced lifetime membership fees and exciting prize drawings, underscoring the collective power of increased membership numbers for greater influence on Capitol Hill.

March 25, 2025

DAV Auxiliary National 2nd Junior Vice Commander and Legislative Chairman Terry Grabowski, National 3rd Junior Vice Commander and American Chairman Carolyn Harris and National Junior Activities Chairman Kim Stake sit down to talk about the importance of Auxiliary Programs and how to implement successful programs in your unit.

March 25, 2025

DAV Auxiliary National Senior Vice Commander Melissa Pierce and National 4th Junior Vice Commander Jane Casher discusses the importance of the Mae Holmes Outstanding Unit and Community Service Annual Report Forms.

February 7, 2025

DAV Auxiliary National Commander Christopher Easley sits down with DAV Auxiliary National VAVS Chairman Patty Davis to discuss the Veterans Affairs Voluntary Services (VAVS) Program.