Blue Star Mothers
We are mothers, step mothers, grandmothers, and foster mothers whose sons and daughters are serving or have previously served in the Military, Guard or Reserves.
We support each other, our children, our military and veterans. We are a chapter within the national Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc Organization, which is a non partisan, non political organization.
Community Events
You can find us at Military Appreciation events around the Upstate and National Holiday events promoting patriotism
Pack outs
Twice a year, we mail packages to our deployed. In the Spring we mail out Girl Scout Cookies, donated to us by our local Girl Scout office. In the later part of the year we mail out Holiday packages.
Veteran Events
Every year we participate in the Charles Judge Stand Down event, providing personal care items for our homeless Veterans. You will also find us participating in Wreaths Across America
Our current Officers and Committee Chairs
Our Chapter is one Amazing Team, but let me introduce you to our Officers and Committee chairs
Martha Austin
Chapter President
My son is a US Marines and my Son in Law served in the Air National Guard. I am honored to be part of this Chapter surrounded by these amazing women.
Chris Nottingham
Vice President
My younger son was in the Air Force for three years and the Air Guard for three years. I have been a member for over six years. It has been great being part of a group of wonderful ladies who are the for support and friendship.
Amy Hurdlow
Financial Secretary
My son is a US Marine. I love being part of the BSM, encouraging each other and helping our hero’s.
Traci DeWald
Treasurer
I have a son in the USAF, a Son in Law in the Army and I am married to a US Marine.
Laura Barry
Secretary
My son is a Navy Corpsman. I joined BSM hoping to connect with other mothers whose children are serving. I found a group of women who provide friendship, support and commitment to our Military and Veterans.
Melissa Heaton
Marketing/PR/Fundraising
My son is in the Airforce and been deployed for most of his two years. BSM has been such a comfort for me, I enjoy participating in all the events that support our service members.
Kay Fitzsimmons
Blue to Gold Liaison
I am a marine wife and mother. My husband served for 20 years, my oldest son is a Lt Colonel in the Marine Corp and my middle son serviced in the marines for 8 years, separating as a Captain.
