The Virginia SMP 2023-2024 presented her State Charity “Special Love” a check for $100,000.  The Virginia State Eagles helped Tammy raise the money by conducting various fundraisers during the year.  Tammy was extremely honored to help this charity which assists families and children with cancer.  

From Left to Right – Pam Hileman # 824 Charity Chairperson; Tammy Carinelli # 824 Charity Chairperson; Tammy Frye – VA State Madam President 2023-2024; Ed White – Special Love Board Member; Dave Smith – Special Love Board Member; Jan Bresch – Special Love – Executive Director; Judy Russell – Special Love Board Member; Aaron Anderson – Special Love Board Member.

Eagles throughout Virginia and North Carolina have been collecting donations and items to help those affected in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.  The work is not done.  Donations are still being accepted at many of the Aeries and Auxiliaries and donation drives are being held.

The Junior Order of Eagles of Fredericksburg #4123 held a raffle for chances to win tickets and a basket filled with swag for the local Fredericksburg Nationals baseball team. Proceeds from the raffle were used to put together 20 Easter Baskets for local non-profit organization Transitions4You, which helps local families who are living in hotels and working toward permanent housing. The group provides Easter baskets and a parade for the children living in the hotels. 

Piedmont Eagle Riders #4420 held their 13th Annual Dean Ferris Memorial Ride last fall, benefiting the Danville Pittsylvania Cancer Association for the 11th year in a row. Thanks to the hard work of many businesses, individuals and members, they were able to donate more than $35,000 to DPCA.