09/20/2023
Attention Volunteers!!
This is a reminder that today, 09/20/2023, is the last day to log hours for this fiscal year.
Please note there is a lag with VMIS due to this.
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The Military and Family Life Counseling Program supports service members, their families and survivors with non-medical counseling worldwide. Military and family life counselors are highly-qualified professionals trained to understand the unique challenges you encounter and deliver face-to-face counseling services, as well as briefings and presentations to the military community both on and off th
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Attention Volunteers!!
This is a reminder that today, 09/20/2023, is the last day to log hours for this fiscal year.
Please note there is a lag with VMIS due to this.
There is still time to sign up for our 10AM class at Fort Bliss Thrift!!
Donβt miss out on your opportunity to prepare for your next Military Ball. Score a free gown and accessory!
π€π€Spots are still available for classes offered (call 915-569-5502 to register!!)
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π»Military Ball season is around the corner!!
π Come out to Operation Deploy Your Dress inside the Fort Bliss Thrift at 801 Chaffee Rd. and pick out your Formal Gown π and accessory after our βFormal Functions Made Easyβ class!
Call 915-569-5502 to sign up.
Learn the doβs and donβts of attending a Military Ball and know what to expect.
Class dates & times:
September 20th at 10AM
October 11th at 10AM
October 25th at 10AM
There is still time today to sign up for our 10AM class at Fort Bliss Thrift!!
Donβt miss out on your opportunity in getting prepared for your next Military Ball. Score a free gown and accessory!
π€π€Spots are still available for classes offered (call 915-569-5502 to register!!)
ππΎππ½π
π»Military Ball season is around the corner!!
π Come out to Operation Deploy Your Dress located inside the Fort Bliss Thrift at 801 Chaffee rd. and pick out your Formal Gown π and accessory after our βFormal Functions Made Easyβ class!
Call 915-569-5502 to sign up.
Learn the doβs and dontβs of attending a Military Ball and know what to expect.
Class dates & times:
September 14 at 10AM
September 20th at 10AM
October 11th at 10AM
October 25th at 10AM
See you there!
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Thank You for having us
Thank you Fort Bliss Soldier Recovery Unit for inviting us to come and talk about the Soldier and Family Assistance Center and Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps. We are here to support you!!
Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11. β€οΈπ€π
π’ Attention Volunteers! Don't forget to log your hours in VMIS by September 30, 2023, for the current fiscal year. ποΈ
Important Note: If you miss this deadline, you won't be able to log your hours for that Fiscal Year. β°
You can add hours via the period number from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023. If you need assistance or have any questions, don't hesitate to contact AVCC. We're here to help! π
Unit looking for funds? WE NEED YOU!!!!!
MWR is in need of Units to assist with upcoming events and in return, we will provide UNIT FUNDS.
Please see the detail dates, times and requirements below and reach out to our Special Events Team @ 915-588-8247.
Must have Commander support and Approval.
π’π’π’Calling All Units: Volunteer Opportunity This Weekend.
Date: September 10, 2023
Time: 9am to 3pm
Location: 1051 Meadow West Drive
Mission: NO KID SLEEPS ON THE FLOOR IN OUR TOWN!. We build and deliver beds for children.
Unable to make it this weekend. Contact Brian to schedule a date: [email protected] / (915) 525-9409
Log hours in VMIS under βEl Paso Community General Volunteerβ.
π΅π’Are you a Single Soldier, Single Parent Soldier, or Geo Bachelor?
Do you want to have some fun!?
Join Bliss BOSS for free activities, workshops, events, and discounted trips!
Scan QR codes to learn more! π’π΅
Don't forget to log your hours in VMIS for the Volunteer Events done with BOSS. https://vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com.
π Cheers to our fantastic Volunteer Awardees this quarter! π Your exceptional dedication and support for the Fort Bliss community are unmatched. Kudos for your hard work! π€π
And guess what? π’ It's that time again! Quarter 4 nominations are OPEN until 26 OCTπ³οΈπ Don't miss out on nominating outstanding volunteers.
Join the movement and submit those nominations.
https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-volunteer-quarter?fbclid=IwAR078KkpsY-OQlJTZN0_KXmSiOYgJZa2LOIHLHclyRI2r-HuGKbWgmLEnto
π Join us for a rewarding volunteer chance this week! Spend 2 hours at 9541 Plaza Circle, any time from 8 AM to 4 PM. Your efforts make a difference, plus enjoy a FREE meal as a thank you. ππ€
Log your hours in VMIS under El Paso community general volunteer
You're invited! Join us in celebrating this Quarter, Volunteers !!
Date: 24th August 2023
Time: 1300
Location: 1735 Marshall Rd, Fort Bliss, TX 79906 (Fort Bliss Museum)
We are thrilled to recognize all their hard work.
Nominees: Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of the Ceremony.
1300 Thursday, 24 August 2023
Location: 1735 Marshall Rd, Fort Bliss, TX 79906 (Fort Bliss Museum)
Please RSVP via email by Tuesday, August 22, 2023.
Thank you to everyone who came out for our annual Bienvenidos a Bliss Relocation Fair!! β€οΈπβ€οΈ We truly appreciate you coming and learning about the programs on and around Fort Bliss
Explore this photo album by blissmwr on Flickr!
Feel like you are sending emails out into cyberspace πΈπΈ, and no one is communicating back with you? I understand the struggle! Better yet, lots of people in your same situation do, too. Come to SFRG Connects on 17 August at 1230 at the FRC, and weβll discuss some strategies to get through this. I hope to see you there! And bring an SFRG partner with you π. Always kid-friendly!
To register or ask questions, please email Ms. Peppers at [email protected]
Feeling like you are sending emails out into cyberspace and no one is communicating back with you? I understand the struggle! Better yet, lots of people in your same situation do too. Come to SFRG Connects on 17 August at 1230 at the FRC and weβll discuss some strategies to get through this. I hope to see you there! And bring an SFRG partner with you π. Always kid friendly!
To register or ask questions: please email me at [email protected]
Let's get the list growing. Nominate Your Volunteers Now!!
Remember:
πΉ Brigade Units can nominate up to three (3) outstanding volunteers each quarter! π₯π
πΉ Separate Battalions, Directorates, and Private Organizations can nominate one (1) volunteer each quarter! π€π
πΉ No hours requirement!
β° Don't miss out! The deadline to submit your nominations is August 3, 2023! β³
Let's get the list growing. Nominate Your Volunteers Now!!
Remember:
πΉ Brigade Units can nominate up to three (3) outstanding volunteers each quarter! π₯π
πΉ Separate Battalions, Directorates, and Private Organizations can nominate one (1) volunteer each quarter! π€π
πΉ No hours requirement!
β° Don't miss out! The deadline to submit your nominations is August 3, 2023! β³
π Nominate your incredible volunteers here: https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-volunteer-quarter?fbclid=IwAR078KkpsY-OQlJTZN0_KXmSiOYgJZa2LOIHLHclyRI2r-HuGKbWgmLEnto
The Face Volunteers Make when they are recognized and feel appreciated.
Nominations are DUE AUG 3. Submit your Volunteers Now!!
Remember:
πΉ Brigade Units can nominate up to three (3) outstanding volunteers each quarter! π₯π
πΉ Separate Battalions, Directorates, and Private Organizations can nominate one (1) volunteer each quarter! π€π
πΉ No hours requirement!
β° Don't miss out! The deadline to submit your nominations is August 3, 2023! β³
π Nominate your incredible volunteers here: : https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-volunteer-quarter?fbclid=IwAR0Xy65MObGn5Oc8Q7gvEmnmHvL_SrkAtzCbSXVII8VpHGn4Voqo-a05VKo
Happening This Week
WELCOME - BIENVENIDOS!!! β€οΈπ₯³πβ€οΈ
From our friends at Fort Bliss MWR
Are you ready for Relocation Fiesta?
Come join us at the Ft. Bliss Centennial Banquet and Conference Center for Bienvenidos A Bliss Relocation Fair Fiesta and get a taste of all Fort Bliss and El Paso have to offer!
Come visit over 100 on and off-post community organizations and learn how they can help improve your experience at Fort Bliss.
August 3rd from 1-4pm. β€οΈππβ€οΈ
Let's get the list growing. Nominate Your Volunteers Now!!
Remember:
πΉ Brigade Units can nominate up to three (3) outstanding volunteers each quarter! π₯π
πΉ Separate Battalions, Directorates, and Private Organizations can nominate one (1) volunteer each quarter! π€π
πΉ No hours requirement!
β° Don't miss out! The deadline to submit your nominations is August 3, 2023! β³
π Nominate your incredible volunteers here: https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-volunteer-quarter?fbclid=IwAR078KkpsY-OQlJTZN0_KXmSiOYgJZa2LOIHLHclyRI2r-HuGKbWgmLEnto
We will be closing early tomorrow but will resume normal business hours on Monday at 0730.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!! β€οΈπβοΈβ€οΈ
The FRC building will be closed on November 24th-November 25th
Happy Thanksgiving! π¦
Family Resilience Center
250 Club Rd. Fort Bliss
The DFAC is hosting Thanksgiving Meals starting TODAY!
Join us and learn more about what is going on in the Community. See you soon. π
Are you ready to learn all about the great things happening on Fort Bliss? Check out the newest communications initiative for the installation- Community Information Exchange (CIE).
This event will be held every other month on the third Wednesday at the Centennial from 12-1pm. A variety of briefers will discuss timely information pertaining to events, programs, installation updates and more.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and grab lunch at the Centennial lunch line and enjoy while learning all you can about our great post!
Join us for our first CIE on October 19th!
We're sure you will find out something new!
Way to go Team ACS!!!
Another great opportunity
Did you miss the in-personal DAP orientation? Youβre in luck!
They are hosting another virtual DAP orientation for those who could not attend the in-person sessions. Please see Flyer for details.
Ft. Bliss Volunteers, check out this great, FREE opportunity!! Contact information is on the flyer!
Fort Bliss, we are happy to announce the Kubasiak Family, selected for the Fort Bliss Family of the Year has been selected as the AUSA IV Region Family of the Year!! This qualifies them to compete Army wide for the AUSA National Award, and If they are selected; AUSA will pay for them to go to Washington, DC to receive the award.
CONGRATULATIONS Kubasiak Family, we wish you the best of luck in the AUSA National Awards!!
Good morning Ft. Bliss, we hope everyone enjoyed their long Memorial Day weekend! The good news isβ¦ itβs a 4 day work week!!
π¨FT. BLISS: IMPORTANT INFO on the EFMP Town Hall Meeting on 5/25 at the Centennial! π¨
The βοΈ1000 session have been moved to βοΈ1300. Please update your calendars to reflect this new time. Thank you!
From the Fort Bliss Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP):
We invite you to join us in our upcoming Town Hall with LTG Evans for EFMP information and improvements. There will be two sessions to accommodate attendees and will be held in person at the Centennial on 25 May 2022.
This Town Hall is open to all of our military community, we look forward to hearing from you!
Please use the QR code to register or the following link https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/exceptional-family-member-program-efmp
Hello Fort Bliss,
Donβt miss this great volunteer opportunity.
π¨π¨Ft. Bliss Volunteers, check out this great volunteer opportunity. π¨π¨
For more information, please contact Ms. Nye at: [email protected] or call 915 330 2978
On Friday, 6 May, ACS will be celebrating Military Spouse Appreciation Day at the FRC Building, 250 Club Rd. All normal services provided in the FRC and SOS (241 Sheridan) will be closed on this day. If you need to use the computer lab, ACS 2494 Ricker is still open. If you need immediate SFAC assistance please call (915) 218-8516.
ππ€©π₯³The Volunteer Award Ceremony pictures are now available!!!!ππ€©π₯³
Please follow the link below the Ft. Bliss MWR Flickr to view. ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»ππ»
https://www.flickr.com/photos/blissmwr/albums/72177720298317738
Explore this photo album by blissmwr on Flickr!
π¨π¨Ft. Bliss Volunteers, check out this great volunteer opportunity. π¨π¨
For more information, please contact Ms. Nye at: [email protected] or call 915 330 2978
Join us live as we salute all of the amazing Volunteers that have work so hard at Fort Bliss this year! The ceremony begins at 1:30pm, enjoy Desierto Winds and 1AD Band until the ceremony begins!
If you are attending the Volunteer Ceremony, please see the agenda below. If you have any questions, please contact ACS at 569-5500.
Ft. Bliss, Please see Important information regarding the Annual Volunteer Awards Ceremony.
Have a wonderful, extended weekend!!
From everyone at ACS! Fort Bliss Army Family Team Building
From Fort Bliss AER
Do you want an opportunity to share your ideas openly with the Director of Army Emergency Relief? Take advantage of this rare opportunity to be heard!
13 May Focus Groups w/ AER Headquarters @ ACS Main- 2494 Ricker Rd:
1000-1100- Focus Group Session with PVT-SPC
1130-1230: Senior Spouse Lunch: 5-7 Senior Spouses (General Officer/BDE Level and above plus a junior spouse to accompany the Senior Spouse from the same unit).
1345-1445: Focus Group Session with Company/Detachment Commanders and First Sergeants/Detachment Sergeants
1500-1600: Focus Group Session with Mid-Grade Noncommissioned Officers (SGT - SSG)
To participate in this amazing opportunity please RSVP to April Walters, [email protected] by 29 April 2022
Looking for Volunteer Opportunities? Check out this one!! For more volunteer opportunities, log into VMIS and click "opportunities".
βΌοΈβΌοΈATTENTION FT. BLISS!βΌοΈβΌοΈ
Today is the final day to submit Ft. Bliss Volunteer nominations!! Please go to https://bliss.armymwr.com/programs/army-volunteer-corps to get your nomination forms and submit them to [email protected]
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Join us live as we salute all of the amazing Volunteers that have work so hard at Fort Bliss this year! The ceremony begins at 1:30pm, enjoy Desierto Winds and 1AD Band until the ceremony begins! #wesaluteyouvolunteers
May the light of the holiday season fill your heart, and may the music fill your soul. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
Why Track Your Volunteer Time? Here are three of many reasons why you should document your volunteer time on VMIS: β’ Information for your resume β’ Department of the Army looks into VMIS to see statistics on volunteer hours and involvement and where funding is needed. β’ To assist your unit or organization with volunteer recognition for Fort Bliss or Department of the Army awards. Having your VMIS Profile and Hours up-to-date can be very helpful to those who wish to recognize you. For more information, call 915-569-5500
Are you a volunteer at Fort Bliss? Get ready to share your story! During the month of October Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps wants to hear "What's Your Why?" Here the why of Tephanie Hopper, Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps Manager. For more information, call 915-569-5500!
Volunteers! We want to hear your stories about what makes volunteering special for you! Share your WHY? 3 Ways to participate: 1) Video or written story via Social Media use #YIVOLUNTEER in your post and tag @FBArmyVolunteerCorps 2) Video via email: submit video to [email protected] and use words YIVOLUNTEER in your response. 3) Written story via email: submit your story in writing to [email protected] AND use words YIVOLUNTEER in your response. For more information, call 569-5500. #YIVOLUNTEER #FORTBLISSVOLUNTEERS #FORTBLISS #ARMYVOLUNTEERCORPS #VOLUNTEER
Join us for our next Virtual Modernized VMIS Training! Learn about the Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS) and how it can benefit you and your organization. Wednesday, 8 September @ 1000 HRS on Microsoft Teams. Register at bliss.armymwr.com, search Army Volunteer Corps For more information, call (915) 569-5500
Volunteer Role Players/Actors Needed! Army Community Service (ACS) is seeking volunteers to role play / act for the Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) Exercise. Volunteer Orientation will be held 19 August at the FRC, Bldg. 250 Club Rd. Time: TBD. If you are interested, contact Wendy Ramos @ 569-5500 or [email protected]
Volunteer Role Players/Actors Needed! Army Community Service (ACS) Center is seeking volunteers to role play / act for the Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) Exercise. Volunteer Orientation will be held 19 August at the FRC, Bldg. 250 Club Rd. Time: TBD. If you are interested, contact Wendy Ramos @ 569-5500 or [email protected]
Are you wondering how to get involved in volunteering? Wonder no more, sign up for the Introduction to Volunteering Workshop on Wednesday 4 August at 10 am. Register at bliss.armymwr.com. Search: Army Volunteer Corps For more information, call (915) 569-5500 #volunteering #volunteerism #service
Are you wondering how to get involved in volunteering? Wonder no more, sign up for the Introduction to Volunteering Workshop on Wednesday 4 August at 10 am. Register at bliss.armymwr.com. Search: Army Volunteer Corps For more information, call (915) 569-5500
Volunteer Role Players/Actors Needed! Army Community Service (ACS) is seeking volunteers to role play / act for the Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) Exercise. Volunteer Orientation will be held 19 August at the FRC, Bldg. 250 Club Rd. Time: TBD. If you are interested, contact Wendy Ramos @ 569-5500 or [email protected]
Are you wondering how to get involved in volunteering? Wonder no more, sign up for the Introduction to Volunteering Workshop on Wednesday 4 August at 10 am. Register at bliss.armymwr.com. Search: Army Volunteer Corps For more information, call (915) 569-5500
Do you want to engage in the Fort Bliss and El Paso Community through volunteering? Well, sign up today for the Introduction to Volunteering Workshop. The workshop will take place Wednesday, 4 August at 1000hrs on Microsoft Teams. Register at bliss.armymwr.com Search: Army Volunteer Corps For questions, call 915-569-5500
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Pershing Road2nd Squadron, 13th Cavalry Regiment
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