By Presley Price

Vice President, Communications

The local Redstone-Huntsville chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army was recently named Best Chapter (large category) in the nation for the 2022-2023 year. Of note was the chapter’s commitment to community partnership, community support, recruitment and veteran support. The chapter recently surpassed 51,000 members across North Alabama including basic, premium and associate members. 

“I am humbled and incredibly proud of the members of this chapter who continually go the distance when called upon,” said Rhonda Sutton, AUSA Redstone-Huntsville immediate past president and AUSA Third Region President. “I’m grateful to our strong network of volunteers, leaders and community partners that empowered us to meet this accomplishment.” 

The chapter celebrated the win alongside the Huntsville community at a hospitality night reception sponsored by Summit 7 Systems. 

The full list of the chapter’s accolades are listed below. 

Best Chapter

Chapter of Excellence

Superior Chapter

Merit Chapter

Star Chapter

Community Partner Growth

Support to U.S. Army Recruiting Command 

Support to Army Cadet Programs

Community Partner Support

Young Professionals

Professional Development

NCO & Soldier Programs Support

Family Programs

Reserve Component Support

Advocacy

Army Birthday

Army History

Support to Vietnam Veterans Program

Department of the Army Civilian Support 

Soldier for Life Support

Volunteer Development

Member Communications

Community Support

Regular Army Support