Department of Alabama Auxiliary

The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary (DAVA) has partnered with the DAV parent organization in their mission of service to disabled veterans and their families. That relationship has continued to flourish and the blended organizations have achieved many victories in their quest to improve the quality of life our veterans rightly deserve. With nearly a quarter-million members, the DAVA programs are far-reaching and the personal rewards fulfilling. Our members are diverse in their interests which is what has made the DAVA so successful. Our programs include Americanism, Community Service, Junior Activities, Legislative, and VA Voluntary Services. Foremost in our hearts is the goal of assuring benefit entitlement and compassion for our disabled veterans and their families.

Join Our Team

Our Auxiliary Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Commander

Linda Steadman

Adjutant

Carolyn Harris

Sr. Vice Commander

Donald Harris

Jr. Vice

Art Lyle

Treasurer

Gail Blankenship

Judge Advocate

Marilyn Edwards

Come Put On Your Finest Western Threads and Cowboy Hats & Saddle-Up for the Best Fun Night EVER!!!!!

The DAVA is planning a ton of fun for this year's

2024-2025 State Conference. Check out a couple of the planned events below. We look forward to seeing you in June!

FUN NITE!

Cowboys & Cowgirls!

Are you a Cowboy or Cowgirl? Well, here is your chance to show your two step and doe see doe around the dance floor and show your stuff off. We hope to see everyone there.

Fundraisers

The DAVA will be holding several fundraisers during the Mid-Winter conference, everything from a 50/50 drawing to both live and silent auctions. Great prizes to be had, joins us and thank you for your support.

Get in Touch

2320 27th Street West

Birmingham, AL 35208

cfharrisadjutant@gmail.com

Ways to Volunteer

DAV Auxiliary has a community service program dedicated to volunteerism with veterans and/or their families with the area of a local unit. Units put on programs to adopt veterans and/or their families for special holidays, to support back-to-school efforts for children of the deployed, assist with errands, provide respite for caregivers, and much more.

Hospital Volunteering

Like all medical facilities, Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals, nursing homes and clinics need volunteers to perform a wide range of duties. Some work directly with patients, participating in recreational programs and other activities on the wards. Others assist the VA’s professional staff or escort patients, serve coffee or simply provide companionship to veteran patients.

Say ‘Thank You’ to Veterans

No matter what your volunteer interests may be, there’s a role you’ll enjoy. and the Local Veterans Assistance Program may be just what you’re looking for. Whether it’s grocery shopping or running errands for veterans in your community, doing yard work or painting a veteran’s home, there’s a need you can help fulfill.

Education Scholarship Program

The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary Education Scholarship Program was established to provide education scholarships for students attending an accredited college, university, or vocational school in the United States or Territory. Those full-time students who meet the established guidelines may qualify for a scholarship up to $2,500. Part-time students who meet the established guidelines may qualify for a scholarship up to $750.

Vocational and Training Assistance

Fulfilling DAV Auxiliary’s ongoing commitment to serving the
educational needs of those we serve by providing financial assistance, based on
available program funds, to ill and injured veterans and their immediate family
members seeking education opportunities at educational facilities other than
accredited colleges/universities. Example: Trade schools, career enhancement
training, skill improvement, personal development, etc.