Describe why you are proud to be an ROA member.

“I joined ROA while serving in the Army Reserve for twenty-five years of honorable service. I received much from the ROA and believe I need to pay forward the chances, benefits, mentoring and opportunities which I have received. The ROA provided me with many mentors and friends that helped me advance and improve myself and help others to improve for a successful career and life."

Describe how ROA has benefitted you in your military career. 

“The ROA provided me with opportunities, mentors and friends that helped improve my life, my career and my ability to serve others. This organization expanded my knowledge of the military, the law and the community. It allows me to help others and improve their lives. Helping others to support and defend this country is a great feeling. I thank ROA for showing me ways to improve myself, my family and other serving reservists.”

Describe why you are proud to be an ROA member.

“I’m proud to be a part of a military organization that focuses on the needs of the reserve services and those who are currently serving or have proudly served their Nation.”
 
Describe how ROA has benefitted you in your military career.

“ROA has provided me with mentors that have guided me through my Army career. This is an organization that has ensured I receive equal benefits, resources, and proper equipment to do my mission.”

Describe why you are proud to be an ROA member.

“I am proud to be a member of the Reserve Organization of America (ROA), which is the only organization whose mission is to support all services and ranks of the reserve components. The mission of the Reserves has changed since I joined in 1985 until I was retired in 2017. The op-tempo of our reserve components has never been higher and the ROA is always there to support our reserve forces.”

Describe how ROA has benefitted you in your military career.

“The Reserve Organization of America (ROA) has benefited me from my early days as a Second Lieutenant in 1987 until my mandatory retirement as a Colonel in 2017. As a young Lieutenant, I recall the ROA mentors who taught our Officer Development Programs. Today I serve as a member on the ROA National Family Readiness Support Committee, ROA Illinois Vice President, and ROA Chapter 48 Newsletter Chairman.”

Describe why you are proud to be an ROA member.

“ROA is the only VSO that focuses on the funding of personnel, equipment, and training for our Reserve Components, thus contributing to a strong national defense. We can sleep safely at night because of the work done by ROA.”

Describe how ROA has benefitted you in your military career.

“ROA gave me the opportunity to develop my leadership skills in a non-threatening environment. ROA's senior leaders encouraged me, providing the necessary guidance so I was successful in my military, and as a DA Civilian, my civilian assignments. As a retiree, ROA provides me an opportunity to continue serving our country.”

Describe why you are proud to be an ROA member.

“I am proud that we assist a variety of organizations through donations and support. The ROA has been proactive in protecting our military rights and values. I feel honored to assist in an organization that preserves our past, creates current opportunities and looks to the future for Reservists.”

Describe how ROA has benefitted you in your military career.

“As a new enlisted retiree, it has been beneficial to see the overall picture of what the ROA provides for their members. During my military career, I had the opportunity to work with many ROA members. I am grateful to be a life member and look forward to supporting the ROA cause in the future."