You could not ask for a better group of people caring about our military! This organization is top notch and does so much to let the men and woman in our military know they are cared about. The USO of Missouri keeps all their funding in Missouri and a few counties in Illinois close to Scott Air Force Base. It is great to see what our donations can do to put a smile on their faces.
The USO of Missouri has been a wonderful source of support for the military members and families of the 375 MDG at Scott AFB. The kindness and generosity shown by the volunteers of the USO of Missouri is unwavering. Our experiences with the USO of Missouri have always been excellent and we look forward to working with them in the future!
I have volunteered at the USO of Missouri for more than 6 years and it is a very rewarding experience. From helping ease a new recruit's nervousness to giving a traveling military family a place to relax with their kids to just providing a cup of coffee and conversation with a tired traveler, each shift seems to bring some new opportunity to give back. As a Vietnam veteran is important to me to be part of a welcoming and supportive environment to our service men, women and their families. The USO of Missouri is certainly that environment.
I am honored to part of the USO of Missouri and to be able to serve our military, retirees and their families traveling thru the Airport Facility.
There is so much more that we do that I also love being a part of.
> Serving our Veterans as they begin their trip to D.C. on Honor Flights.
> Helping with the yearly Thanksgiving Baskets.
> Helping with Holiday Block Leave.
> Helping with The Santa Express.
> Helping on the two USO of Missouri Mobile Units as they travel all over Missouri
and the four Illinois counties surrounding Scott Air Force Base.
The Mobile Units provide support on three major military installations:
Scott Air Force Base, Fort Leonard Wood, and Whiteman Air Force Base.
The Mobile Units also provide support to Reserve and Guard Units in our area.
There are many other functions that the USO of Missouri provide that I have not been able to cover.
Volunteering at the USO of Missouri is very challenging but also very rewarding.
The USO of Missouri provides a great service to our military.
USO of Missouri is operated by outstanding volunteers and employees who are inconceivable proprietors of good. The amount of support this organization supplies to the surrounding military community, is merely a testimony to the dedication shown to US Service Members by USO chapters in every state and country, around the world. Thank you for all you do! MARCORDET FLW is forever in debt to your kindness.
The USO of Missouri stands tall supporting all branches of the military, active and retired, 365 days & nights, 24/7. With the smiles of staff & volunteers to the burgers & hot dogs, the video games, quiet places to catch a nap or strum a guitar with a friend, pet a therapy dog, visitors are welcomed into this oasis at Lambert Airport.
The USO of Missouri is a superb organization which is dedicated to providing services to active duty members of our military organizations and their dependents. Over the past 2 years, the USO of Missouri has purchased and outfitted two mobile canteens which allows this USO to reach out to members through the areas being served by the USO of Missouri. During 2015 one of our Mobile canteens was able to serve over 59,459 members of our military and their dependents. I can only tell you that I am very proud to be a member of this organization and I will continue to support its efforts.
Dave Waltrip, Chairman of the Board of Directors
The USO has helped out at every event our office puts on every year. Even when they can't provide the full service (lunch), because they were already booked for a prior event; they provide plenty of snacks and drinks. The people that work/volunteer for the USO have always been so nice, caring and funny. They make you feel like they really do care about supporting whatever event you have. They are a valuable partner for Scott AFB, IL and the military. Thank you for all of your support!
The USO of Missouri supports military members and their families in many ways! Always willing to attend any event with their mobile unit, they provide an opportunity for people to come together and support each other while enjoying something to eat and friendly activities. They truly make a difference to the military community!
USO has been a consistent presence throughout my military career, but e the USO of Missouri is by far the most responsive and present organization I have worked with so far. Their automated request process for the Mobile Unit is an easy and convenient way to request their support for an upcoming event and I have been contacted within hours each time I have made a request. Excellent organization!!!
The USO has been such a blessing to me! We are told we by our military how thankful they are for all we do. In reality, it's the least we can do! It's do amazing to be an encourager to these brave men and women.
I was privileged to serve as a volunteer for 4 years and then it was necessary to leave the area. It was always a pleasure to help the new inductees as they made their way to training. One in particular comes to mind. A young woman came in with her papers for her future. I could tell she was nervous when she came to the desk to check in. I welcomed her and told her the USO was like a home away from home. She was still apprehensive and said she was going to call her recruiter. When she returned she was all smiles. I asked her what her recruiter said? She smiled laughed and said " He told me the same thing, "The USO is your home away from home". I know other volunteers have enjoyed similar experiences. It is a great place to share time with our military and their families.
Excellent service through 2 facilities and a mobile unit that travels to Southern IL Counties and all of Missouri!! It is open year round and 24/7 bringing comfort to our men and women in uniform and our retired military members and family.
Enjoying 'giving back' to our current and retired military personnel.
Seeing new recruits coming and going to their duty stations, wide eyed and ready to help defend our great nation, gives me a great deal of satisfaction. The USO of MO offers temporary relief from their training, or upcoming deployment, where the soldiers can relax for a while and get free amenities and good tasting food.
Veteran now in my fifth year as a USO volunteer. The board, staff and my fellow volunteers are simply the best. Everyone understands exactly why we volunteer there and contributes accordingly. Careful vetting and regular re-training programs provide high quality services our guests deserve and expect. Financial support from individuals and corporations is consistent and significant. This USO is a first-class organization. It is a privilege to volunteer here.
The USO volunteers and staff continually strive to help our service men and women and their families in every way we can.
I am honored to serve those who serve our country.
It is a privilege to be a part of this organization.
Volunteering at the USO has been very rewarding to me. It is an honor to serve the wonderful young men and women who come through the doors. They are always so grateful for the services available to them and always comment on the facilities. Coming from a family with current and past military members, working there is the least I can do. I love it!
Proud to be a long time board member of the first Six Star rated USO in the country. We serve 300, 000 active, reserve and national guard troops and their families from our facilities at Lambert St Louis International Air Port and Ft Leonard Wood and Scott and Whiteman Air Force bases through our two mobile units. Our 1300 volunteers and staff look after the welfare of troops and families 24/7.
I began volunteering at the USO of Missouri 5,700 volunteer hours ago. Each hour has been the most rewarding experience my wife and I ever had.
This past month my wife and I were awarded "the unsung heroes" award for our volunteer efforts. It was recognition of how deeply we feel toward our troops, their mission and their sacrifice.
Every volunteer I work with feels the same, our current and retired troops are wonderful and we would do anything for them.
Everything the USO of Missouri does is free to the troops, retirees, reserves and guard as well as to their dependents.
The troops appreciate a clean and safe place to sleep, store their "stuff" and get a good hot meal, We have numerous computers, Wi-Fi and hundreds of movies. We also supply newspapers and books. Someone is also at the main terminal 24X7X365.
The USO of Missouri is the best volunteer gig around, you won't find better people than our troops or our volunteers.
I am a new volunteer since January of this year and I would just like to say that I am very proud of what we do. This organization is first class and the rewards of the smiles and thank you's are very motivating. I have worked at Terminal 1 about six times already and now I am a driver with the mobile units. I really enjoy going to Scott AFB and to Whiteman AFB and down to Fort Leonard Wood.
Larry Dooley
I am a US Navy retiree and have utilized many airport USOs during my active duty time and since. This is a beautiful facility which has beds, recliners, computers, food, books, music and movies and more available for our servicemen and women. I love it so much that I now volunteer there, so look for me on the overnight shift! It is always open and a wonderful place to come home to.
I have been volunteering with The USO of Missouri for approximately 5 years. It is one of the most rewarding activities I have ever done. Whether it is helping new recruits at the main terminal, a family gathering at Scott AF Base, a BBQ cook-off at Whiteman AF Base or a graduation at Ft. Leonardwood, you will enjoy the time interacting and serving our brave service people. I highly recommend this not-for-profit group as a place to volunteer or a much needed donation. The USO of Missouri is the way to go!