VFW DISPATCH – December 2016
As 2016 comes to a close, we can proudly reflect on all we’ve accomplished together this year in our fight FOR VETERANS.
Over the past year, the VFW has successfully fought to ensure that the benefits you earned are protected. We championed improvements to the Veterans Choice Program, continued to hold the VA accountable, partnered with several organizations to change the stigma on mental health and most importantly, expanded the vital assistance programs and services we provide to today’s military and veterans’ community.
None of 2016’s successes could have been achieved without you! It is through your dedication and support that the VFW continues to impact the lives of countless service members, veterans and their families. We look forward to everything we’ll achieve in the year to come.
On behalf of the VFW, thank you for your continued membership. We wish you a wonderful holiday season!
Respectfully,
Your VFW Membership Team
VFW Helps Wreathes Across America Get Closer to 2016 Goal245,000 wreathes will be placed at veteran grave sites on Dec. 17. |
Since 2007, Wreathes Across America has been placing Christmas wreathes at the grave sites of veterans at Arlington Cemetery. Since its inception, the program has expanded to approximately 1,000 American veterans cemeteries worldwide. For more information about Wreathes Across America Day click here. |
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It’s Not Too Late to Make Your Year-End Donation!End 2016 with a tax-deductible gift. |
Our veterans should never have to walk alone. And thanks to your support of the VFW, they won’t have to. Please help us end the year stronger than ever. Click here to make your tax-deductible gift today! |
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VFW Statement on Intended Nomination of James Mattis'It makes perfect sense to put a warfighter in charge of the war fighting' |
This week, Commander-in-Chief Brian Duffy made a statement in support of President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of James Mattis to the position of U.S. Secretary of Defense. Read the statement in its entirety here. |
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Remember to Download the VFW AppAvailable for both Apple and Android users. |
The streamlined app provides instant and complete access to information on our assistance programs and services, allows users to find VFW Service Officers and Posts based on geolocation and more, all while keeping users up-to-date on news that impacts veterans, service members and their families. Click here for links to download the VFW app today! |
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Shop AmazonSmile and Support the VFW FoundationGive back to the VFW Foundation when you shop on Amazon this holiday season. |
Remember to use AmazonSmile when doing your online shopping and support the VFW Foundation. Amazon will donate 0.5% of the total purchase price to the foundation upon checkout when you make qualifying purchases. Start shopping today! |
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VFW Seeking Nominations for VA Volunteers of the YearNational award recognizes the selfless contributions of volunteers. |
Each year, thousands of members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States volunteer their time at local Department of Veterans Affairs health care facilities to help ensure their fellow veterans receive the compassion and support they deserve. The VFW again wants to recognize their selfless contributions as VA Volunteers of the Year, nominations for which must be submitted in writing to the VFW’s National Veterans Service directorate by December 9, 2016. For more information click here. |
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THIS EDITION’S VIDEO FEATURE:
Walk With The VFW
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THIS MONTH’S STORE FEATURE:New Branded Hoodie Keep warm this winter with a navy blue VFW hoodie! The pull-over style has a pouch pocket and is sold in sizes small to 4XL. Order yours today! |
MEMBER BENEFIT SPOTLIGHTEase Your Worries With LifeStation Do you worry about a fall or other emergency? With a medical alert system from LifeStation, help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with just the press of our waterproof help button. For the special discounted rate for VFW members, call 866.328.2477 today or visit www.LifeStation.com/vfw. |
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