The Veterans of Foreign Wars

March 2017

Last week your VFW converged on Capitol Hill during the 2017 VFW Legislative Conference to voice the concerns of the veterans’ community, urging congressional representatives to continue to transform VA so it can more effectively and efficiently provide you with the high-quality health care you’ve earned and deserve.

VFW National Commander Brian Duffy delivered testimony focused on the VFW’s Priority Goals for 2017 before a special joint hearing of the House and Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committees. He focused on ending the budget ax of sequestration, mental wellness, and many more important topics. Watch the full testimony and check out hashtag #VFWDC2017 on Facebook and Twitter to view highlights from last week’s conference.

Respectfully,
Your VFW Membership Team

‘Congress Must End Sequestration!’

In addition to laying out the VFW’s top legislative goals for 2017, Commander Duffy reiterated the VFW “is not content with maintaining the status quo.” Read the full recap.

VFW Awards Top Youth Scholarships

The VFW has proudly announced the national winners of its annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship competitions. See who won the top $30,000 prize.

Celebrating Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, the VFW will highlight the strength and perspective of women in service by sharing our members’ stories throughout the month. Read more.

VFW Sponsors Bataan Memorial March

The VFW is proud to sponsor the 28th annual Bataan Memorial Death March. With 7,000 marchers registered, the March 19 event will be the biggest on record. Learn more.

VFW Supports WWI Commemoration

The VFW is a proud supporter of the World War I Centennial Commission and their efforts to raise awareness about the Great War. Learn how you can get involved.

VFW Helps Return WWII Pilot’s Ring

VFW Commander Brian Duffy presented WWII fighter pilot Jules Hymel’s children with their father’s ring in a ceremony at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Read the story.

The VFW Store has hoodies in navy and royal blue. Order yours today.

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