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About Us
USO History
The USO was formed in 1941 in response to a request from President Franklin D. Roosevelt who determined it would be best if private organizations handled the on-leave recreation needs of the rapidly growing U.S. armed forces. Roosevelt’s call to action led six civilian agencies to coordinate their civilian war efforts and resources to form a new organization – the USO (United Service Organizations). The six civilian agencies were the Salvation Army, Young Men’s Christian Association, Young Women’s Christian Association, National Catholic Community Services, National Travelers Aid Association and the National Jewish Welfare Board. The USO was incorporated in New York February 4, 1941. The USO is a private, nonprofit organization, supported by private citizens and corporations.
USO airport centers help military travelers with connections, foreign language translation, long layovers and missing luggage. The USO also operates Family and Community Centers to help military families adjust to new surroundings with information on childcare, employment opportunities, parenting, nutrition, budgeting and recreational programs.
As the USO celebrates more than 69 years of service, the world is witnessing history-making events at a record pace, events that have influenced the very nature and mission of America’s military. But one thing is certain: The USO will diversify and change over time…as it has throughout its history…in order to fulfill its mission to service members and their families "until every one comes home".
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