2011-2012
Gift Shop 2011

Special thanks to the "Christmas Gift Shop" chairmen
for their dedication and devotion to our Veterans Programs.

                                                                                                                                                      Ann Geer
                                                                                                                                                                      Department President

ALA Christmas Gift Shops:

Typically hosted at a VAMC or in a facility treating a larger number of veterans, Christmas Gift Shops vary from location to location and from department to department. Traditionally, ALA volunteers and/or units and departments work together to collect donations or purchase items that are considered suitable gifts a hospitalized veteran can give to a family member or loved one.

Gift Shops may be in a specific location, may take the form of a gift cart or travel from one physical location to another. At a VAMC, the rep or the chief of Voluntary Services is the best source for the history and tradition of this program at a specific facility.

With the wave of new veterans entering the VA system, these gift shops will become more critical than in years past. Gift Shop sponsors should consider offering more age-appropriate gifts that will appeal to young families and small children.              
                                                                                                                                  From the VA&R Guide Used with permission  
                                                                                                                                                                      Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Guide
Resources:
Gift Shop Rules Revised   (pdf)
Gift Shop Rules Revised  (doc)
Gift Shop Report Form   (fillable)
Final Gift Shop Report Form   (Fillable)

  LISTING OF  GIFT SHOP CHAIRMEN   PDF

VAVS Representatives and Deputies  PDF