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.

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.

121st VFW National Convention    Every year, thousands of VFW and Auxiliary delegates gather to represent the organization’s total membership of more than 1.6 million at the weeklong convention. While there, our mission is to approve new national priorities to guide our organization as we lobby Congress on issues important to the nation’s veterans, service members and their f ...

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.

Highlighting the amazing work the VFW does at all levels, Checkpoint is an award-winning newsletter . It provides VFW Department, District and Post leaders with a more comprehensive and unique understanding of the organization.

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.

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.