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3/27/2024 - Every year, nearly 230,000 of our nation's youth compete in the VFW's Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen audio essay competitions for their chance to win a portion of more than $3 million in college scholarships and awards. The competitions culminate with the Parade of Winners event, designed to celebrate and recognize the contests’ top national winners. This year, the VFW hosted its first-ever, virtual Parade of Winners on April 1, live on Facebook. During the histo...

3/27/2024 - 2017 Legislative Conference Since 1949, VFW's annual Legislative Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address conference delegates, and since 1964 the VFW's Congressional Award has been presented annually to...

8/1/2024 - With approximately 1.5 million VFW and Auxiliary members in nearly 6,000 Posts around the world, the VFW provides vital assistance and support for America’s service members, veterans and their families. Below you’ll find resources and the history surrounding America’s largest organization of combat veterans. VFW At a Glance: If you’re looking for high-level information about the powerhouse for veterans that’s been around since 1899, we’ve got you covered. VFW Fact She...

8/2/2024 - 2019 Legislative Conference This year's 2019 Legislative Conference was held in Washington, D.C., March 3-6, 2019. Since 1949, the VFW's annual Legislative Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as the VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address co...

9/12/2024 - Without our nation’s veterans, America wouldn't be the great nation it is today. Our youth deserve to learn about our rich history, traditions and the role of our veterans in creating and shaping America. Each year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars selects elementary, middle, and high school teachers to participate in the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher program. Please review the new rules and eligibility requirements and download the 2024 entry form...

9/17/2024 - LATEST RELEASES June 30, 2016 240 YEARS LATER, PATRIOTS STILL AT THE READY June 29, 2016 VFW STATEMENT ON TURKISH AIRPORT BOMBING June 28, 2016 PHILIPPINE VFW POST EARNS NATIONAL AWARD June 25, 2016 JOINT VSO LETTER TO MCMORRIS RODGERS ON VA HEALTH CARE DISCUSSION DRAFT LEGISLATION June 20, 2016 VFW OPPOSES VETERANS PREFERENCE RESTRICTION June 17, 2016 VFW STATEMENT ON ORLANDO SHOOTING June 13, 2016 VFW SUPPORTS EXPANDING FERTILITY TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR VETERANS ...

9/17/2024 - VFW Legislative Conference Since 1949, the VFW's annual Legislative Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as the VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address conference delegates, and since 1964 the VFW's Congressional Award has been presented annually ...

9/17/2024 - The 2024 VFW Washington Conference was held held March 3-7, 2024, in Washington, D.C. For nearly 75 years, the VFW's annual Washington Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as the VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address conference dele...

9/17/2024 - The 2023 VFW Legislative Conference was held held March 5-9, 2023. Since 1949, the VFW's annual Legislative Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as the VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address conference delegates, and since 1964, the VFW...

9/17/2024 - 2020 Legislative Conference This year's 2020 Legislative Conference was held in Washington, D.C., March 1-4, 2020. Since 1949, the VFW's annual Legislative Conference has provided an opportunity for VFW leaders from each state to personally lobby their respective lawmakers and watch as the VFW's current Commander-in-Chief testifies on Capitol Hill before the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committees on behalf of veterans. Guest speakers are invited to address ...