MOC Activities

The Military Order of the Cooties Pup Tent 14 was chartered on May 17, 1947.

What are the Cooties?

The Military Order of the Cootie, is the Honor Degree of the VFW. They were founded in 1920 to promote social and reunion features among the members of the order, and to keep alive the spirit of optimism and humor so characteristic of the American servicemen and women. Today, its objectives of clean fun, harmless frolic, and good comradeship are the hallmarks of the Cooties.

But we're not all fun and frolic! We have a serious side too.

The Cootie's slogan of "keep'em smilin' in beds of white" refers to bringing cheer to the hospitalized veterans, whether in VA Medical Centers, community hospitals or nursing homes. Often the Cooties visit as a Clown or other costumed character, designed to put a smile on the faces of our veterans.

The blood bank program is supported by many Cooties, where life giving blood is donated to blood banks and hospitals nationwide.

The VFW National Home for Children was started by the Cooties in 1923, and support continues today. Each year, a Cootie Christmas Party is given under the sponsorship of the Grand of Michigan, where each child receives a personal gift. In recent years, a fire truck, a fire station and equipment have been donated to the National Home by the Cooties.

Eligibility

Only active members of VFW Post 3612 shall be eligible for MOC Pup Tent 14 Membership.

2010-2011 Officers

Activities

• MOC Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM

Our Favorite Web sites

VFW Post 3612
Auxiliary 3612
Home Association of 3612
Willow Grove Community Services, Inc.