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National Recognition Awards

National Recognition Awards

The VFW annually recognizes the achievements of "heroes" in the community. The awards are in recognition of the honoree's preeminent abilities, the compassion for their fellow human beings, the knowledge of and performance of their duties, the integrity and honor of the recipient and the service to the public, the state and the nation.

VFW National EMT Award
Recognizes an outstanding individual in the field of emergency service.

VFW National Law Enforcement Award
Recognizes an outstanding law enforcement individual.

VFW National Firefighter Award
Recognizes an outstanding firefighter

VFW Lifesaving Awards
Recognizes individuals who have gone out of their way to save the life of someone.

VFW Youth Cadet Awards Honors
Recognizes outstanding cadets in JROTC, ROTC, Naval Sea Cadets and Civil Air Patrol.

VFW National Citation of Recognition
Recognizes the VFW Post that has demonstrated exemplary community involvement.


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