In August 2022, the Association of the U.S. Army announced its “Best Chapter” winners for 2022 based on their achievement and success in growing membership, hosting events, raising money for scholarships and other programs, and supporting units and recruiters.

The rankings result from a review of activities reports from 122 chapters, looking at achievements including membership growth across all categories, meetings, and events, scholarship programs, support for local military units and recruiters, and engaging local politicians about AUSA priorities.

Retired Gen. Bob Brown, AUSA President, and CEO presented the following awards to the Braxton Bragg Chapter and Fort Bragg; in October at the AUSA’s Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C:

• Superior Chapter
• Merit Chapter
• Greatest % Increase in Government Civilian Membership
• Greatest % Increase in Reserve Component Membership
• Star Chapter
• Chapter of Distinction
• Army Birthday
• Family Programs
• Take the Hill
• Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Support
• Young Professionals
• Professional Development
• Department of the Army Civilian Support
• Volunteer Development
• NCO & Soldier Programs
• Education & Programs Support
• Army History

In addition, the Fort Bragg Chapter’s new Vice President of Family Programs, Tawni Dixon, successfully lead the Family Programs forums during the 2022 Annual Symposium.

The Chapter would like to extend a Big Thank you to all our Membership, Community Partners, Association Members, DA Civilians, North Carolina Veteran organizations, and all our Volunteers that without all your support, none of this would have been possible!