General E. W. Rawlings Chapter
The Air Force Association's
Welcome to the General E. W. Rawlings Chapter AFA of the Twin Cities area, #213. This chapter, named in the honor of an outstanding AFA member and local community leader, is the largest of two chapters in Minnesota. Our membership is drawn from central to southern MN. Our members are both military and civilian; active duty and retired. They represent the aerospace industry, busineses, schools and the community at large.

Rawlings is active in community charitable giving. Funding for these activities is largely acquired through proceeds of two local gaming concessions. Chapter members manage these concessions and address local community needs in fulfillment of the Rawlings mission statement.

Members serve on committees, run special events, mentor new volunteers and students for future Air Force, AFA and community leadership

We invite you to become a member of AFA. Join us as we work to develop new leaders and to support local Air Force and aerospace related activities.

Mission Statement:

As part of The Air Force Association, the General EW  Rawlings Chapter educates the local community about the critical role of aerospace power in the defense of our nation; advocates aerospace power and a strong national defense; and supports the United States Air Force, the Air Force Family and aerospace education.

Minneapolis/St. Paul - AF 213

Questions, comments or suggestions? Contact the Webmaster at lsagstetter@member.afa.org.

**Next meeting: 5:30 PM, Tuesday, March 9 at The Officers Club, located on Post Road off of Route 5 near the airport and Fort Snelling.

View KSTP TV News coverage of 2009 Rawlings/AFSA Banquet
E W Rawlings Chapter wins 2009 Aerospace Education Achievement Award.

Click on Chapter Awards link above to view photos.
          Rawlings AFA Award Winner Announced.

Congratulations to Captain Heidi A. Priestley, Commandant of Cadets at The University of St. Thomas, for having been awarded the AFA Medal of Merit.
Minnesota Swarm Discount Tickets

The lacrosse team that plays 8 games at Xcel Center in St. Paul is offering discounted tickets to members of the Rawlings Chapter. The ROTC student rate is $10, with other discounts available. To receive these rates you must contact Tom Nemo at www.mnswarm.com or call at 651-312-3461.
Julie Jensen is honored with being named Veteran of the month (January) by Globe University and WCCO Radio.  She was nominated by the MN. Department of Veteran Affairs. 
See & hear the story, photos and video by clicking her photo below.
Wounded Warrior Project Gala & Fundraiser, March 13 at VFW Post 295, South St. Paul. CLICK for details.
Join us at our Awards Dinner, April 24 at Forest Lake American Legion Hall. CLICK for reservation form.