Military Appreciation Chair 2025-2026 :Lois Ernst

Stamps for the Wounded

Stamps for the Wounded (SFTW), a nonprofit organization, has been in existence since 1942.  Committed to offering  reassurance and engaging in activities to U. S. veterans through the hobby of stamp collecting, SFTW supplies stamps, covers, tools, and literature to help veterans start or enhance their collections, being both mentally stimulating and not physically demanding.  Almost three tons of stamps and supplies are shipped out yearly to our veterans!

SFTW is tax-exempt under Section 501(c) (3), Title 26 of the U.S. Code.

Please contact Lois Ernst if you wish to contribute. Lois can be reached at: [email protected]

History of the Indian Key General Post Office – May 2025

Indian Key’s first post office was privately operated by Silas Fletcher opening on May 21, 1833 and it remained open until May 29, 1843. Dr. Henry F. Waterhouse was officially appointed by the U.S. Postal Service as postmaster on April 19, 1834. Dr. Waterhouse had relocated from Key West for reasons unknown. Dr. Waterhouse and his son was out fishing on January 18, 1835 when a severe storm blew up and they both drown. Charles Howe was appointed replacement postmaster.

For more information about Indian Key and its first post office, please click on the link below:

Indian Key Post Office

Photos provided by the Stamps for the Wounded & “Ray”

Postal History of Indian Key, Florida

Veterans create beautiful art project by using donated stamps. 

Memorial Paver

Photo: Lois Ernst

There is now a memorial  paver in the Veterans Park  Beach Haven Terrace, donated by the Garden Club of Long Beach Island. It can be found in front of the gazebo.  Veterans Park is located on 132nd street in Beach Haven Terrace. When you visit you will find it is a lovely place to reflect and relax.

Warmth for Warriors