A new FAUSA tagline was announced at the 2022 Annual Meeting on Sat., Oct. 15: Globally Connected, Locally Active. This certainly reflects what the FAUSA organization is all about with connections to FAWCO, The FAWCO Foundation and other friends and organizations all over the world as well as our actions and activities in our local…
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2022 Quilt Auction
This year’s quilt was made and donated by Chris Czyszczewski. Here is how she describes her quilt: This Friendship Chain is made of fabrics I’ve collected during my many years of quilting. The quilt was machine pieced and quilted by Chris and measures 57″x72″. Read More & Purchase Tickets Throughout the 20-year history of FAUSA…
FAWCO IM 2022 – Luxembourg
FAUSA was well-represented at the IM in Luxembourg in May. Sue Frick, philanthropy chair, Suzanne MacNeil, FAWCO liaison, and past-president Rick Chizmadia were together at the three-day conference, presented at several sessions, and met individually with FAWCO members who asked about transitioning from expat to repat. We also cheered on Rick when he was honored with…
New Leadership Position: Counselor Liaison
Announcing a new FAUSA leadership position: FAUSA Counselor Liaison, (non-board member appointed by the president). We are fortunate indeed to have eight FAUSA counselors (past presidents) with deep and long connections to FAUSA. The Counselor Liaison will be responsible for keeping in touch with the counselors and contacting them should the board need their assistance…
Ways to help with the Ukrainian crisis
We watch with horror and dismay as the Ukrainian crisis unfolds and deepens. Many of you are already contributing to efforts to help the millions of refugees and others affected by this genocide. We encourage FAUSA members to share their own efforts and ideas on our FAUSA Facebook members group page. A few organizations that…
Lunafest 2022 – This Year’s Lineup
This year’s films challenge our perceptions about the world and our place in it, spark conversations, strengthen connections, and inspire us to be better versions of ourselves. Films feature bold individuals, powerful images, and impactful language. Stories reflect the diverse perspectives of the filmmakers and their subjects. Some may contain content that is not suitable…
2021 FAUSA Highlights Magazine Is Out!
The 2021 FAUSA Highlights magazine is out and available to all members! Filled with photos, information and tons of fun memories, Highlights 2021 also includes a brief history of FAUSA as well as a record of our accomplishments and activities in 2021. Whether you’re a new or experienced FAUSA member, you’ll find much interesting to…
2021-2023 FAUSA Board
Our new FAUSA board was voted in at our at our Annual Meeting and Getaway in Cincinati, Ohio. Please welcome our new board members: Liz Janson – President Brenda Brinkley – 1st VP Communications Yolanda Henry – 2nd VP Membership Leslie Nelson – Secretary Kathy Limbaugh – Treasurer Suzanne MacNeil – FAWCO Liaison Susan Frick…
Virtual Auction Catalog – Bringing It Home!
The virtual auction catalog for FAUSA’s 2021 Bringing it Home! offerings is NOW online and available to all FAUSA and FAWCO members! We have received many wonderful donations of talents, experiences and items from our amazing FAUSA members and friends, and you’ll be able to see all of our offerings once you register. Bidding ends on Saturday, Oct. 23, at 6pm EST….
Slate 2021 Announcement
Candidates for the 2021-2023 FAUSA Board The nominating committee: Janet Darrow, Jane Indreland and Marilee Watts have worked diligently in finding great candidates for the next two-year FAUSA board term. The new slate has a healthy mix of seasoned board members with history and experience as well as new members bringing fresh skills and ideas…
