Advocacy
- WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce it has surpassed a milestone in fiscal year 2024, as its National Veterans Service (NVS) network of 2,162 Accredited Service Officers recovered $14.6 billion in compensatory awards, resulting in tangible, positive impacts to the lives of more than half a million represented veterans. […]
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in March approved the use of a new rapid blood test that can diagnose a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a combat or training environment where advanced equipment is not available. The new test can give health care providers results in about 15 minutes using a small blood […]
- VFW held its annual fall Legislative Conference from Sept. 9-11 at the nation's capital, marking a significant event in veterans' advocacy for the year. VFW members from across the country descended on Capitol Hill to advocate for VFW's legislative priorities with lawmakers. The conference began with a new member orientation on Sept. 9, followed by […]
- H.R. 8371, the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, would provide enhancements to critical health care services for veterans and caregivers who need help now and cannot wait any longer. It has bipartisan support in the Senate but is not supported by Democrats in the House. Contrary to certain opposing […]
- WASHINGTON – "In the 125-year history of the VFW, we have witnessed the transfer of power of the highest office of our nation 21 times. It has not always been easy. But despite wars and rumors of war; assassinations and assassination attempts; depressions, recessions, and economic turmoil; political upheaval and sharp divisions, our country has […]
VFW At Work
- When members of VFW Post 1828 and their families gathered at the Veterans Memorial in West Plains, Missouri, to commemorate the 33rd anniversary of the end of Operation Desert Storm last year, it marked an historic first for the "Show-Me State" Post. Led by Gulf War veteran and Post 1828 Junior Vice Commander David Scott […]
- VFW Post 4337 in Inverness, Florida, is being led by a husband-and-wife team. Post Commander Jesus (Joe) Acosta and Auxiliary President Lorinda (Lori) Acosta lead the Post and its Auxiliary in community endeavors. A Vietnam veteran, Joe was based at Long Thanh North from 1969-1971 with the 210th Combat Aviation Battalion, 1st Aviation Brigade. He […]
- VFW magazine continues its "Destination Post Series" this month. The series will feature 125 VFW Posts located in sought-after tourist destinations. Featured VFW Posts are those that make a real difference in the communities in which the Posts are located. This month's article takes VFW magazine to two coastal cities in Georgia and South Carolina. […]
- With a membership of about 90, VFW Post 4092 on St. Simons Island in Georgia is working to make the lives of disabled veterans a little easier. Through a Post project known as Operation Access, Post members build ADA-compliant access ramps, widen doorways and lower cabinets among other projects for disabled vets or nonprofit organizations […]
- Volunteers at the 125th VFW National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, participated in a Uniting to Combat Hunger seed-packing event aimed at helping families affected by food insecurity. Those seeds were sent across the country to distributors that provide healthy and fresh produce to those in need. As part of the initiative to address the issue, […]
VFW Magazine
- Leading Women Veterans Forward Destination Southeast USA Plan Now for VFW's Day of Service Recruiting Women into the VFW **Attention VFW members: If you have written a book or an e-book bearing an ISBN or ASIN, submit a nonreturnable copy (or a link to the e-book) with a brief description (submitted as a Microsoft Word […]
- 'Destination Post' Visits Rhode Island VFW National Home Celebrates 100 Years Helping Hurricane Survivors in North Carolina Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Welcomes VFW Listen to the 2025 January/February issue of VFW magazine here.
- ‘Emotional and Inspirational’: Arts Fest Showcases Veterans Creativity VFW Elects Iraq War Vet as Commander-in-Chief Women Hold All Leadership Roles at Illinois Post VFW’s New Ambassador Will Urge Members to ‘Get Healthier’ Listen to the 2022 September issue of VFW magazine here.
- Members Meet for VFW’s 123rd National Convention Leading the Organization New Top Leaders at VFW Headquarters VFW Selects Top Teacher of the Year Listen to the 2022 October issue of VFW magazine here.
- West Point Trailblazer Energizes Aloha State VFW Celebrates Women’s History Month VFW Member Shares Her Story of Military Sexual Trauma Families Grateful for Agent Orange Memorial Listen to the 2022 March issue of VFW magazine here.
Press Releases
- WASHINGTON – On Jan. 20, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary joins the millions of Americans in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pioneer who would ultimately lay down his life for the cause of civil rights. Born on Jan. 15, […]
- WASHINGTON D.C. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) salutes the life of the 39th president of the United States James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, who passed away Sunday at the age of 100. Carter was born and raised in Plains, Georgia. His life of service began in 1943 with his appointment to the U.S. Naval […]
- WASHINGTON – With the end of another year upon us, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) warmly extends safe and happy holiday wishes to the veterans, service members and families of our great nation. As we come together, let us acknowledge the service and sacrifices of military members past and present who have defended our […]
- WASHINGTON – On Dec. 20, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins together with our grateful nation in celebrating the fifth birthday of the newest branch of the Department of Defense, the U.S. Space Force. Established in 2019 when the National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law, the United States Space Force (USSF) became […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On Dec. 15, the 13th anniversary of the conclusion of the U.S. mission in Iraq, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) remembers the nearly 4,500 courageous men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the fight against terror. More than 1.5 million soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen deployed […]