USO Alaska

This week our USO Volunteers at Ft Greely were able to support the 49th SFRG meeting. This meeting highlighted the many different challenges to living in Alaska, especially at Ft. Greely.

USO JBER participated in the Suicide Prevention and Awareness Roadshow at the main exchange, sharing information about our USO JBER facilities and all the ways we support our amazing military community. #ForThePeopleWhoServe @The_USO

Thank you to the JBER Hispanic Heritage Month Committee for volunteering your time and making Family Fun Night a success! #FOrThePeopleWhoServe @The_USO

Today, USO JBER was there to support JBER Fire and Emergency Services as they honored the victims of 9/11 with a 110-story climb in remembrance of the fallen. #ForThePeopleWhoServe @The_USO

The USO was thrilled to be part of the Polar Bowl re-grand opening at JBER! We had a blast serving up cake and support for this fantastic event. Here's to more strikes and smiles ahead!🎳 #FORTHEPEOPLEWHOSERVE USO

USO JBER recently held a Disc Golf Class that was a hit with everyone learning this thrilling sport! Did you miss it? Set a reminder and join us next time—whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, a fantastic experience awaits! #FORTHEPEOPLEWHOSERVE @theuso

At this month's Coffee Connections, our amazing spouses had a great time learning how to jumpstart their morning by making overnight oats! There was plenty of laughter as we shared tips and delicious recipe ideas. Thanks to everyone who joined us! #forthepeoplewhoserve @The_USO

Team USO JBER had a fantastic time supporting the 673 CEG Summer Picnic at Hangar 18! We were thrilled to engage with our military members and share information about the many services available. #FORTHEPEOPLEWHOSERVE @USO

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Delta Air Lines for their generous support of "This is Alaska," our USO Alaska Outdoor Adventure program on JBER. #DeltaAirlines #FORTHEPEOPLEWHOSERVE

USO JBER was proud to award volunteers Joe Principe and Paul Lambert with their Presidential Volunteer Service Awards! Paul completed 713 hours just in 2023 and is closing in on 2000 total hours! Joe's award was a Lifetime Achievement Award for 5427 total hours! Congratulations!

This year the US Capitol Christmas Tree is coming from Alaska! USO JBER is hosting ornament making sessions to create ornaments that will be sent to decorate the tree! The next time is Aug 14th at 1700. Join us! #forthepeoplewhoserve @theUSO

July’s Coffee Connection was held on National Self Care Day! We enjoyed food and tried a few strategies like brain-dumping and positive affirmations from different domains of self-care! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

Another successful Arctic Thunder Open House in the books, where we were once again incredibly honored to host the Air Force Thunderbirds and their crew, along with friends and family at their VIP viewing tent. Safe travels to your next show! #ForThePeopleWhoServe @The_USO

Check out how well the Airman Dorm Gardens are doing! Such a great start to summer we are having! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

We hope you had a chance to come out and Make Your Own Boba at the USO! We hope to bring this back in the future, let us know in the comments below if you'd like to see this return! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

It was a great day to enjoy a fantastic band from Okinawa Japan - the Aimamire Band came to visit the USO on Tuesday night! Also on hand was service dog Anabelle, doing her best work at sharing love! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

Have you come down to the center for your Boba Tea yet? Next Monday is your last chance! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

USO JBER was proud to host a JBER Queer Community picnic last week - and they had a great turnout! Fantastic weather and great company made for a fantastic afternoon! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO

Military spouses came out to the center to participate in a 'Coffee Connections' coffee flight tasting, donated by the local Starbucks Exchange - JBER. Much fun was had by all - looking forward to our next event! #forthepeoplewhoserve @TheUSO

USO JBER was incredibly proud to host a ceremony to honor the USO 2024 Soldier of the Year, Sergeant Tanner Welch, US ARMY, who saved the lives of two novice hikers in the remote mountains of Alaska. Congratulations Tanner, well deserved! #forthepeoplewhoserve USO