Important Dates

  • Department Chairman Report due to National Committee: May 15
  • Department and Unit Award Nomination Form Completed and Submitted: June 1
National Poppy Day is the Friday before Memorial Day.
Poppy Poster Contest All department entries must be sent by the department chairman to national division chairman postmarked by 5 p.m. EST on June 1.
Little Miss Poppy All entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. EST on June 1.
Unit Award: Most Outstanding Unit Poppy Program (per division) submitted by 5 p.m. EST on June 1.
Department Award: Best Department Poppy Program (per division) submitted by 5 p.m. EST on June 1.

Purpose: The purpose of the Poppy Committee is to educate ALA membership and the public on the significance of the poppy and the program’s financial benefit for veterans, military, and their families. Standing Rules #6, National Committees – Mission Outreach

Key Program Statements:

  • Promote the Poppy Program and increase revenue.
  • Educate our communities on the meaning and history of the poppy.
  • Celebrate National Poppy Day® every Friday before Memorial Day.
  • Increase the number of poppy makers in our communities.

Looking for ideas?

ALA Committee Facebook Groups are spaces on the social media network for ALA members to discuss or share about broad or narrow topics related to each committee. Groups provide an arena for organic discussion about your local programs or services and present the opportunity to cultivate brand awareness.

The ALA Poppy Program group was created for members of the American Legion Auxiliary to share ideas, projects, and information about the Poppy Program. It will also keep members updated on current information they may need to enhance their Poppy Program in their units. Feel free to post and share what you and your department will be doing each year with the Poppy Program and ask questions of your fellow members.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ALAPoppy

Contact Poppy Committee: Poppy@ALAforVeterans.org