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10/6/2025 - VFW Posts worldwide host public commemorations and other events on many patriotic days, honoring America's veterans and rich history. Join us in our efforts by getting involved with an upcoming event with your local Post today!

10/6/2025 - The VFW is proud to be working with the United States WWI Centennial Commission to ensure the sacrifice of our WWI veterans is never forgotten. Learn More!

4/13/2017 - “When I joined the military, I found strong role models who helped me figure out the direction I wanted my life to take. I depended on them, and they knew they could depend on me.” Zach Dochnahl, 29, who served with the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army, was recently awarded a VFW “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship.” Pictured above: Zach Dochnahl with his wife, Melissa and their 8-month-old son, Jack. The desire to s...

11/16/2022 - WASHINGTON — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is today announcing an agreement in which it is entrusting the experienced environmental litigation team at the law firm of Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea (BMBFC Law) with guiding and assisting its members in navigating legal claims related to exposure to toxic water at Camp Lejeune. The VFW continues to encourage its members and supporters to consult with a VFW-Accredited Service Officer to determine whether f...

11/9/2022 - WASHINGTON — For nearly a decade, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the law firm of Bergmann & Moore have worked together to provide effective legal representation for veterans with VA disability benefit appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Through a renewed agreement, the VFW is entrusting Bergmann & Moore with guiding and assisting its members in navigating the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA). “Ensuring veterans harmed in the line of duty ...

3/31/2008 - KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Veterans of Foreign Wars encourages all Americans to join the nation in a moment of national reflection April 9 in remembrance of the 5th anniversary of Iraqi Liberation Day and the fall of Baghdad. At 5 p.m. EDS--as the sun sets across Arlington National Cemetery--Americans are urged to honk their car horns to celebrate, honor and recognize the courageous actions of U.S. and multinational forces in giving hope to the Iraqi people. The National...

7/27/2022 - WASHINGTON — On the 69th anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) pays tribute to those who served, fought and died on the Korean peninsula. On July 27, 1953, U.S., North Korean and Chinese military commanders, signed the Korean Armistice Agreement, bringing the Korean War to a close. A total of 36,576 Americans lost their lives and more than 92,000 were wounded in action during the course of the bloody three-year war on the Korea...

10/6/2025 - Engaging local affiliates of corporate supporters strengthens the VFW’s relationships and in turn, strengthens our ability to support America's service members, veterans and their families! Through select grant programs, your Post may be eligible to receive funding by working with the local affiliate of one of our National supporters. A list of eligible partners is provided below. If you are attempting to work with an Ace Hardware, BURGER KING®, Sport Clips or Walgreens...

10/6/2025 - From fundraising ideas for your next Post event, to community service grants and building corporate relationships, the VFW Foundation staff are the subject matter experts and are here to help ensure your Post, District or Department succeeds. That's why we've put together a new training series to cover all your questions and initiatives. If you can't find answers to your question, or have something you'd like to discuss with us, send the VFW Foundation a message.

10/22/2025 - We are proud to be associated with many great commemorations, companies and organizations that work to support and honor America's service members, veterans and their families. Making the impact we do would be much more difficult without the generosity and support of our corporate sponsors. Affiliates Every day, the VFW works with our affiliate organizations to ensure our mission is fulfilled, and collectively we are making the biggest impact possible.