Stories
Stories from USO Italy
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month July 2021 Michelle Barker
Our Volunteer of the Month is one who truly knows what it means to love the USO. Mrs. Michelle Barker was born and raised in Buffalo, New Y…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - July 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Simranjit Dhaliwal (Simi) on being named our July 2021, Volunteer of the Month! Simi only has…
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Fun in the Sun with Teddy Bear Club
Summer in Sicily means hot days, beach trips, and fun in the sun with friends. USO Sigonella brought just that to the youngest members of t…
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How Service Members in Italy Kept 4th of July Traditions Alive
On July 4th, Americans across the country celebrated Independence Day with their families and friends, enjoying a day of barbeques, beaches…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month June 2021 - Morgan Flowers
USO Naples would like to introduce Morgan Flowers, one the USO’s dedicated volunteers who joined the team this past January. Since joining …
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - June 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Lynde Ring on being named our June 2021, Volunteer of the Month! Lynde has been volunteering …
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HMS Queen Elizabeth Visits Sicily
Many people do not know that as the “Hub of the Med”, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella supports U.S. ships visiting the port of Augusta, l…
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Bowling for Pride
USO Vicenza staff and volunteers were thrilled to be invited to support the inaugural Caserma Ederle Pride event to kick of National Pride …
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Ice Cream on Wheels
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! USO Naples knows the nostalgia of the ice cream truck and the fond childhood memories co…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Quarter- Maryalice Raddatz
Please take the time to congratulate our volunteer of the month for the second quarter, HN Maryalice Raddatz. HN Raddatz has been a powerfu…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Quarter Cora Hall
Please join USO Vicenza as we recognize Cora Hall as our newest Volunteer of the Quarter! Cora arrived at Vicenza from Fort Carson in June …
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Quarter Q2 HM3 Jose Alvarado
The USO Naples Volunteer Committee is comprised of committed, generous and reliable community members who are dedicated to supporting their…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month August- Samantha Garcia
Please join us in congratulating Logistic Specialist Petty Officer 2nd class Samantha Garcia for being our Volunteer of the Month for July.…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - May 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Paula Villalobos on being named our May 2021, Volunteer of the Month! Paula has been voluntee…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month May 2021 Jenn Atienza
Meet Jenn Atienza - a dedicated mother, wife and active USO Naples volunteer. Jenn joined the USO team at the end of January 2021, and over…
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USO Sigonella Hosts First In-Person Teddy Bear Club in Months
Spring was in the air as well as laughter and excitement as USO Sigonella held their first in-person Teddy Bear Club since last Fall. Due t…
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Month of the Military Child
April is Month of the Military Child and a time to ensure that Military Children know just how important they are to the USO and the Vicenz…
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Military Spouse Appreciation Day
All USO centers in Italy united in honor and recognition of Military Spouses stationed across the boot, via a variety of targeted programs-…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month April- Ahmya Lyons
LSSN, Ahmya Lyons is being recognized as our volunteer of the month for April. We value her continued efforts in helping us spread the USO …
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USO Naples April 2021 Volunteer of the Month - Nicole Heathington
USO Naples is excited to announce Nicole Heathington as our Volunteer of the Month for April 2021! Since joining the USO Naples Volunteer C…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - April 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Danielle Harris for being our April 2021 Volunteer of the Month. Danielle is originally from …
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"You've Been Egged!"
A favorite pastime of so many is hunting for Easter eggs delivered from none other than the Easter Bunny, and this year was no different. N…
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Insta-Trivia at Del Din
Do you know what year the US Army was established? Well, our service member on Del Din sure did when USO Vicenza came by to test their know…
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St. Patrick's Day Teddy Bear Club
Everyone grows up and views things a bit differently. As an adult, a rainbow is merely what happens when the light shines through water. Th…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month March 2021 - IT2 Tasfir Huq
USO Naples is excited to announce IT2 Tasfir (Ty) Huq as our Volunteer of the Month for March 2021! Since joining the USO Naples Volunteer …
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month March - Cora Hall
Please join USO Vicenza as we recognize Cora Hall as our March Volunteer of the month! Cora arrived at Vicenza from Fort Carson in June of …
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Rejuvenate with Java
In these uncertain times having a strong support system can greatly impact how one reacts to the climate of this ever-changing world. Learn…
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Mommy and Me Yoga
It was a beautiful Saturday morning at USO Vicenza, as families began to arrive one by one with yoga mats in hand. The cool breeze danced i…
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Valentine's Day Scavenger Hunt
This Valentine’s Day, restaurants were closed, making the typical romantic date night impossible. That didn’t stop USO Naples or the Naples…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month February 2021 - MA1 Ariane Logan
USO Naples is proud to announce MA1 Ariane Logan as our Volunteer of the Month for February 2021! MA1 joined the USO Naples team in Septemb…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - February 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Lisa Haynes for being our February 2021 Volunteer of the Month. Lisa came to Vicenza from Tex…
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ShotEx in Sigonella
In a continued effort to protect the NAS Sigonella community from COVID-19, large-scale (voluntary) vaccination events have been put on by …
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Quarter - Kimberly Anderson
USO Naples would like to introduce one of our outstanding USO volunteers, Kimberly Anderson. She has been a reliable, constant, and engaged…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Quarter-Ashely Brown
Here at USO Sigonella we take great pride in the service we provide to the hard-working service members and families stationed at NAS Sigon…
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USO Italy's Virtual Super Bowl Party
The USO Italy team had a busy month with the execution of a number of new wellness programs targeted to different audiences across Italy. T…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month - January 2021
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Anna Zielinski for being our January 2021 Volunteer of the Month. Anna came to Vicenza with h…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month February- Janna Lyn Vargas
Dedicated, selfless and enthusiastic are just a few words to describe the hard-working volunteers we have here at USO Sigonella. We have th…
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The USO's 80th Birthday
Hip Hip Hooray for the USO’s 80th birthday! February 4th was a bustling day as USO Vicenza staff and volunteers began to prep and decorate …
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Virtual Coffee Connections Bucket List Planning
It’s a New Year and that brings new possibilities for self-improvement and goal setting. USO Naples helped local spouses start the year off…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month January-Peter Wallace
Here at USO Sigonella we take great pride in the services we provide to the service members and families of NAS Sigonella. We are fortunate…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month January 2021 - LSSN Jo Cummings
The USO is built on the selflessness, dedication, and care that our volunteers put into the organization. Thy are the true backbone of each…
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Wellness Wednesdays
Health, wellness, and resilience are crucial attributes for America’s military force and their families. Rarely have these qualities taken…
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Christmas Day Feast
It was a joyful Christmas Day, as volunteers and the USO Vicenza staff were busy preparing the perfect, taste of home, Christmas lunch. The…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Quarter Christine
Please join us in congratulating our 1t Quarter, 2021, Volunteer of the Quarter Cristine Swanson. Cristine moved to Italy from Hawaii about…
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Christmas Day Duty Deliveries
The Christmas season was different this year but that didn’t stop the USO Naples team from making this season one to remember. The month of…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Year- Takayla Ingram
This has been a year like no other, yet here at USO Sigonella we feel grateful as ever. Through hardship is when people truly shine, and ou…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Year - Emily
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Emily (Em) Oquendo for being our 2020 USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Year. Em comes from Housto…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Year 2020- Christopher Mole
2020 was a year filled with new challenges at every turn. While USO adapted its programming to support the military community during the CO…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month December-Katelyn Schroeder
The holidays are such a special time of year for everyone, especially for us here at USO Sigonella. This holiday season we had the opportun…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month December 2020
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating our December 2020 Volunteer of the Month, Suzanne Zielinski 🥳. Suzanne is originally from Mar…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month December 2020 - HM3 Jose Alvarado
The USO Naples Volunteer Committee is comprised of committed, generous and reliable community members who are dedicated to supporting their…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month December-Maryalice Raddatz
The holidays are such a special time of year for everyone, especially for us here at USO Sigonella. This holiday season we had the opportun…
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USO Sigonella Barracks Holiday Decorating
Serving in the military is an honorable thing for a young person to do. Their service is necessary for our country but has both rewards and…
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Thanksgiving for the Single and Unaccompanied Service Members
It’s the Holiday season and that comes with several emotions especially when you are overseas during a pandemic. Now imagine being on Singl…
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Thanks-Filled Bowling
It was 2 days before Thanksgiving. The center was buzzing with activity as last-minute preparation and coordination was taking place for th…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month November-Shane Smith
This is a time of year when many begin to reflect on what they have and all they are thankful for. Here at USO Sigonella we do the same. Al…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month November 2020
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Tammie Mault as the USO Vicenza November 2020 Volunteer of the Month. Tammie is originally fr…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month November- Kimberly Anderson
The USO Naples Volunteer team is comprised of selfless, dedicated volunteers who are committed to serving their military community. Kimberl…
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Sailor of the Quarter Goes on the Road
In Sicily at this time of the year there is an invigorating crispness to the morning air. Similarly, the exemplary performance shown by eac…
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USO Vicenza Supports After Training Evolution
All Service Members take pride in serving their country and doing so to the best of their abilities. Last week soldiers from the 173rd Airb…
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The Witch Fairy
October brings crisp air, fall leaves and best of all – treats! Throughout the month, the USO Naples team of volunteers and staff transform…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month October-Rigel Repunte
Here at USO Sigonella our volunteer team is made up of hard-working individuals whose dedication to the service members and families of NAS…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Quarter Fall 2020 - Anna Jenkins
Please join us in congratulating our USO Vicenza, 4th Quarter 2020, Volunteer of the Quarter, Anna Jenkins! Anna was born in North Carolin…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Quarter- HM3 Yessika Chrisman
The USO Naples Volunteer team is comprised of dedicated, selfless, enthusiastic individuals and we always enjoy taking the time to recogniz…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Quarter-Jennifer Melville
Here at USO Sigonella we take great pride in delivering the USO mission to the service members and families of NAS Sigonella every day. We …
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Month- MA1 Arron ReederBarton
USO Naples is excited to announce MA1 Arron ReederBarton as our Volunteer of the Month for October 2020! Since joining the USO Naples Volun…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month October 2020
Please join us in congratulating our October Volunteer of the Month Cristine Swanson. Cristine moved to Italy from Hawaii about 2 years ago…
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Perk Me Up Coffee
The day was 6 October 2020. The sun was shining, the sky was blue, there was a brisk autumn chill in the air, and the light danced beautifu…
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Teddy Bear Club Returns to Sigonella
As the first leaves from the trees fell to the ground signifying the beginning of Fall, USO Sigonella got busy planning fun Fall activities…
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April Hofford-Orona Surpasses 1000 Volunteer Hours
It is a well-known fact that the volunteers at the USO make all the difference in the daily operations. Even after everything they do, some…
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USO Naples September Volunteer of the Month- YN1 Jerahmeel Aveno
USO Naples is proud to announce YN1 Jerahmeel Aveno as our Volunteer of the Month for September 2020! Jerahmeel joined the USO Naples team …
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Month September-Jennifer Melville
Please join USO Sigonella in congratulating our Volunteer of the Month for September, Jennifer Melville!! Jennifer joined our volunteer tea…
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Cup of Joe
One of the advertisements for military recruiting used to start with “We do more before 0900 than most people do all day”. With NAS Sigone…
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2020 Reintegration Support
Being away from home is never easy and the soldiers in Vicenza did just that this year! Soldiers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vicenza…
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Newcomer Spouse Coffee
Being new to any area is hard but being new to an area during a pandemic has its challenges. The USO realizes this and has been supporting …
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Month September - Danielle Harris
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating Danielle Harris for being our September 2020 Volunteer of the Month.👏👏👏 Danielle comes from C…
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USO Sigonella August Volunteer of the Month- RP2 Devin Workman
USO Sigonella would like to announce our August 2020 Volunteer of the Month, RP2 Devin Workman!! You may recognize him from events such as …
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USO Naples August Volunteer of the Month: IT2 Adriana Viramontes
USO Naples is excited to announce IT2 Adriana Viramontes as our August 2020 Volunteer of the Month! Originally from Guatemala City, Guatema…
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USO Vicenza August Volunteer of the Month - Zan McDowell
Please join USO Vicenza in congratulating our August 2020 Volunteer of the Month, Zanichaily McDowell (Zan)! 🥳 Zan was born and raised in F…
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Insta-Trivia at USO Sigonella
USO volunteers around the globe are known for being dedicated, service-oriented individuals who go the extra mile in order to deliver USO “…
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Shark Week Teddy Bear Club
Last week USO Vicenza hosted their first in-person Teddy Bear Club since reopening in June. Since it was international Shark Week, kids had…
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A Visit to Grazzanise Air Base
One of the lesser-known bases in the Naples area is a small installation of Army and Navy personnel at Grazzanise Air Base, more commonly r…
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USO Sigonella Volunteer of the Quarter-Takayla Ingram
Passion, kindness and enthusiasm are all qualities we look for in our volunteers here at USO Sigonella. Without their support, our programs…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Quarter- OS2 Ronnie Tung
USO Naples would like to introduce our volunteer OS2 Nkengazong Tung, also known as Ronnie. She has been an outstanding addition to the USO…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Quarter - Em Oquendo
Please join the USO Vicenza in congratulating our Volunteer of the Quarter, Paula Villalobos. Em comes from Houston, TX and graduated from …
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USO Sigonella July Volunteer of the Month- Mike Keran
Adapting to all the changes recently can be taxing on everyone, but here at USO Sigonella we take pride in continuing to do what we can to …
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USO Naples July Volunteer of the Month
USO Naples is ecstatic to announce HM3 Yessika Chrisman as our Volunteer of the Month for July 2020! Since joining the USO Naples Volunteer…
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USO Vicenza Volunteer of the Year - Greg Storch
Please help USO Vicenza congratulate our new Volunteer of the Year, Greg Storch!
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USO Sigonella 2019 Volunteer of the Year: MA1 Matthew Whaley
MA1 Matt Whaley began volunteering with USO Sigonella in March 2019 and since completing initial volunteer training, he has accumulated mor…
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USO Sigonella 2019 Volunteer of the Year: IT2 Nick Papanek
IT2 Nicholas Papanek arrived in Sigonella in August 2019 and almost immediately began volunteering with USO Sigonella. Since completing ini…
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USO Sigonella 2019 Volunteers of the Year: Bob and Deb Shakespeare
Bob and Deb Shakespeare began volunteering with USO Sigonella in May 2019. Since completing initial volunteer training, they have each accu…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Year 2019- Jen Brown
Mrs. Brown, a military spouse and civilian IT specialist with NCTS Naples, is a force of nature who becomes a master chef for large scale p…
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Year 2019- Asha Clark
NC1 Clark never misses the opportunity to recruit and inspire fellow NSA Naples sailors to volunteer with the USO. She motivates her peers …
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USO Naples Volunteer of the Year 2019- April Hofford Orona
Mrs. Orona’s as volunteer service with the USO Naples has continued relentless for the past three years. She started baking cookies for USO…