Read about the important military and veteran issues we've been advocating for, and the ways we're actively supporting our military and veteran family, and local communities every day.

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 will be ho ...

For more than a century, the VFW has been a powerhouse FOR VETERANS. Use these tools to help tell our story and ensure we continue making a difference for the generations of veterans to come.

From our national convention to the annual legislative conference, if you're wondering what's going on at the VFW national level, we've got the scoop. Find out event details and gain access our annual planning calendar right here.

The VFW Podcast is our newest communication platform that will highlight critical issues, challenges and legislation affecting veterans, service members and military families worldwide.

With a circulation of more than 1.2 million, the official VFW magazine has been the voice of the overseas war veteran for more than a century. In November 1904, the first issue of the magazine's predecessor publication appeared for members of a fledgling organization called the American Veterans of Foreign Service.

Commemorating the wars and conflicts of our nation’s past, and honoring all those who served in them is a VFW priority. We help to rally local level support of national endeavors because we know that by working together, America’s heroes will never be forgotten. It’s just another way we are able to give back to those who have sacrificed so much for our way of life. 

See examples of the hard work and support that have led VFW Posts to become pillars of support in communities across the globe. From coordinating welcome home celebrations and community picnics, to building playgrounds and organizing clothing drives, No One Does More For Veterans than the VFW.