All about the private organizations

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WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. --  All about the private organizations

"We have a great synergistic atmosphere between the base private organizations. As such, sharing of professional growth information, mentorship opportunities, volunteer opportunities and quality of life events have increased. Within the past year, most Whiteman AFB private orgs have agreed to compete against each other once per quarter in the "Battle of the Private Orgs." This "battle" is normally at no or low-cost and affords an occasion in which we have some lighthearted fun and build camaraderie amongst Team Whiteman's professionals."

- Master Sgt. Randolph Wyatt, president of the Whiteman Top Three and 509th Munitions Squadron first sergeant



Whiteman Airmen Council:
The purpose of the Whiteman Airmen Council is to provide a professional organization that promotes goodwill and enhances the living standards of all Whiteman junior enlisted and the enlisted force in general. WAC aims to continually develop and foster the advancement of enlisted personnel and provide a positive impact of Whiteman and the surrounding community.

- Whiteman Airmen Council president: Airman 1st Class Jermaine Walton


Whiteman Tier Two:
Whiteman Tier Two is an organization devoted to the concept of being the backbone of the enlisted corps. General membership is made up of all staff and technical sergeants stationed at Whiteman AFB. Our organization provides services to the base and community, as well as holds fundraisers when voted upon by active members. Our efforts aid other organizations on base such as the Whiteman Airmen Council, American Red Cross and Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. This past year we have donated funds to the Atomic Luau, Air Force Marathon, Motorcycle Safety Day and the Air Force Ball. Additionally, the annual POW/MIA Remembrance Run and Wings Over Whiteman are both events that Tier Two is committed to. Also, Tier Two attends every promotion recognition ceremony to remind our newest staff sergeants what we hold dear and provide a visual reminder to all in attendance. Tier Two meetings are held every third Wednesday of each month. Time and location vary.

- Whiteman Tier Two president: Tech. Sgt. Jesse Guerra


Whiteman Top Three:
The Top Three's purpose is to promote goodwill, mutual assis¬tance, camaraderie and closer working relationships; disseminate information on base activities or functions; and promote the common goals of Whiteman AFB. The association aims to care of Airmen by taking ownership and sponsorship of activities designed to continuously develop and foster the advancement of enlisted members by responding to their concerns, aiding in personal and professional development and inspiring esprit-de-corps. Our objectives are to help members support each other; support goodwill and welfare programs developed and initiated by the USAF and the Whiteman Top Three; provide civic, social and recreational activities to enlisted members of Whiteman AFB as authorized by USAF directives; en-hance the level of professionalism throughout the enlisted corps; facilitate an environment that ensures opportunity and encouragement are provided for Airmen to continue their personal growth and professional development; and actively lead the enlisted corps into meaningful involvement with community events and programs that will nurture and support the needs of our Airmen and their families. We also support and foster total force integration. Top Three meetings are held monthly every second Wednesday at the Missions End at 1130.

- Whiteman Top Three president: Master Sgt. Randolph Wyatt


Whiteman First Sergeants Council:
The Whiteman AFB First Sergeants Council is a private, nonprofit organization designed to promote quality of life for Whiteman's military members and their families. We provide an enlisted voice to the command level, promoting a more effective problem-solving forum. Council membership is extended to all active-duty first sergeants and "additional duty" first sergeants assigned to Whiteman AFB, as well as retired first sergeants and active-duty personnel who held the 8F000 Air Force specialty code during their careers and left in good standing. Our primary mission is to support and assist our members through all facets of their career, both professional and personal. We are mentors, leaders, advisors, enforcers and counselors. People are our business.

- Whiteman First Sergeants Council president: Master Sgt. Shawn Cushman


Whiteman Chiefs' Group:
Our purpose is to enhance the professional image of all enlisted members here at Whiteman AFB. We do this by promoting and supporting activities and functions which better our local military & civilian community. We accomplish this is by attending monthly meetings, luncheons, social events, and charity programs. Furthermore, our organization sponsors multiple awards and recognition programs.

- Chief's Group president: Chief Master Sgt. John Stricklin


Company Grade Officers Council:
The purpose of the Company Grade Officers Council is to provide an opportunity for networking and professional development among company grade officers and to enhance the general overall welfare and status of the members of Whiteman AFB through support for and active involvement in base/wing level activities, recognition programs, and other community activities.

- Company Grade Officers Council president: 1st Lt. Amanda Zenner


Air Force Sergeants Association:
AFSA is a federally chartered non-profit organization representing the professional and personal interests of active duty, retired and veteran Total Air Force and their families. Membership consists of all grades and ranks of total Air Force active duty, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command, veterans, retirees and families of the aforementioned. AFSA is active on the legislative scene, working to enhance and maintain quality of life benefits for its members irrespective of their grade or status in life. AFSA has also contributed more than $1.8 million dollars in scholarship programs that have benefitted Air Force family members. AFSA Chapter 881 assists the members of the 509th Bomb Wing and its tenant members by fostering positive networks both inside the military organization and the cities within the surrounding areas through volunteerism. Our members have donated countless hours to provide non-monetary assistance in building up community relations and organizations. We also work with all Whiteman AFB private organization to provide a positive atmosphere and increased welfare to ALL its members and families. We meet the first Tuesday of each month in the Top Three Lounge of the Missions End. To find out more on becoming a member please contact AFSA Ch. 881 President Ronal R. Reed at 660-687-4380 or you can visit the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org

- AFSA Chapter 881 president: Staff Sgt. Ronal Reed


Members of Team Whiteman may visit the Airmen Council, Tier Two, and the Top Three SharePoint sites to learn more.