VFW Dispatch

January 2018

With 2018 now in full swing, we encourage you to take advantage of everything a new year has to offer, like:

More chances to give back through volunteering and supporting your local community.
More ways to become active and make a difference at your Post.
More opportunities to connect with service members and veterans in desperate need of the vital assistance only our programs can provide.

Now is the time to take action, stand up and demand more FOR VETERANS this year. Together, we can and will ensure 2018 is the year America does more FOR VETERANS than ever before.

Respectfully,

Your VFW Membership Team

VFW Awards Another $500,000+ in Vet Scholarships

The VFW announced more than $500,000 in Help A Hero scholarships will be awarded to 118 student veterans for the 2018 spring semester. See the full list of recipients here.

VFW, ID.me Team up to Improve Online Experience

The VFW is teaming up with ID.me to provide its members with a more streamlined and secure online experience. Find out why the VFW is the first major veterans service organization to use ID.me.

VFW-SVA 2018 Fellowship Class Named

Ten student veterans have been named to the 2018 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship class. The students will join the VFW on Capitol Hill March 4-7 during the VFW’s 2018 Legislative Conference. Read more about this year’s Fellows.

Service Officer Committed to Raising Awareness

Staff Sergeant Jon Gohn works hard as a VFW Claims Director and VFW Service Officer for the state of Minnesota. See how he uses his knowledge of mental health to give back and help fellow vets.

Members Now Save More on Military Times

The VFW has teamed up with Military Times, one of the most trusted and independent sources for quality, unbiased reporting. Sign up today to start saving 45% on your annual subscription.

VFW Advocacy Helps Lower TRICARE Costs

The Defense Health Agency announced lowered co-payments on its new TRICARE Select health benefit plan thanks entirely to the advocacy efforts of the VFW and other veteran, military and family service organizations. Read about the changes.

Don’t wait! Get your after-the-holiday PT gear from the VFW Store!

Approaching your 65th birthday? Consider Medicare plan options for VFW members here.