Advocacy
- While touring Southeast Asia with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA)'s Joint Field Activities (JFA) in March and April, VFW Commander-in-Chief Cory Geisler was overcome by a profound sense of compassion. Geisler recalled every leg of his trip, from Hawaii's Pearl Harbor across the Pacific to Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, where he met brigadier generals, […]
- The Major Richard Star Act is now one signature away from an important breakthrough in the House of Representatives. Discharge Petition No. 22 has reached 217 signatures. It needs 218. The petition would help clear a path for the House to consider H.R. 2102, the Major Richard Star Act, as a standalone bill. Thousands of […]
- The Take Care of America's Veterans Act (H.R.9237, S.4744) is advancing through Congress, and now is the time to make your voice heard. The VFW proudly supports many of its provisions, including the Major Richard Star Act, strengthening mental health protections for veterans, and expanding support for surviving families. These are important priorities that deserve […]
- As the first woman to don the role of VFW Commander-in-Chief, Carol Whitmore testified before a joint hearing of the House and Senate VA committees at the Dirksen Senate Office Building chamber during the 2026 VFW Washington Conference on March 3. Whitmore opened her testimony by taking a moment to acknowledge Operation Epic Fury and […]
- WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce it has set a new milestone for its National Veterans Service (NVS) program by recouping $16.2 billion in total compensatory awards for the more than 608,000 veterans it represents. "Nothing makes me prouder than the work VFW Accredited Claims Representatives do day in […]
VFW At Work
- Sharing a shoreline with Oklahoma to the north and Texas to the south, the aptly named Lake Texoma is home to members of VFW Post 7873, who gladly share their serene outdoor space with other veterans and the public. Offering five RV spaces with full hookups (including water, sewer and electricity access) and access to […]
- May 2 marked the kickoff to VFW's 5th Annual Day of Service. Taking place across the nation and around the world, VFW Day of Service showcases veterans banding together to make a difference in their communities. By combining resources, gaining media support and dedicating the entire month to service, VFW spotlights the ongoing commitment of […]
- One North Carolina VFW Post found a creative way to aid active-duty military personnel before deployment. Post 1142 and its Auxiliary in North Wilkesboro recently partnered with the United Service Organizations (USO), a non-profit dedicated to supporting military personnel and their families throughout the entirety of their service. The Post and Auxiliary members made it […]
- On Saturday July 18, Frederick County, Maryland, experienced a severe storm that sent trees into homes, left thousands without power, caused a fire at the local community center, and damaged the roof of American Legion Post 11, causing flooding and leaving its members without a Post home until further notice. By Monday, members of VFW […]
- Members of VFW Post 6181 in Ashland City, Tennessee, celebrated America's 250th birthday in July by launching its own golf tournament at nearby Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Held at the Cole Park Golf Course, an 18-hole championship facility in Fort Campbell, about 47 miles north of Ashland City, the tournament hosted more than 50 participants and […]
VFW Magazine
- Camp Lejeune Victims Demand Justice 'One Team. One Mission. Veterans First.’ ‘You Can’t Take Yourself Too Seriously’ ‘Solid Community Teamwork' **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 […]
- Happy Birthday, America U.S. Unleashes Epic Fury on Iran Medals of Honor Awarded VFW Essay Contests 'Inspire Young Leaders' Listen to the 2026 July/August issue of VFW magazine here.
- 'Honor the Contract' 'Marchers Honor Bonus Army 'VFW Members Promote Star Act 'Music as Therapy Honoring Revolutionary War Heroes Listen to the 2026 May/June issue of VFW magazine here.
- ‘We Always Do It For Free’ Showing Off the #StillServing Work VFW Members Add Realism to Re-Enactments Honoring Revolutionary War Heroes Listen to the 2026 March/April issue of VFW magazine here.
- ‘Why Would I Go Anywhere Else?’ Gulf War Vets Observe 35th Anniversary Still Serving in North Carolina Honoring VFW’s Founders Listen to the 2026 January/February issue of VFW magazine here.
Press Releases
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Today the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to join a grateful nation in celebrating the 251st birthday of the United States Navy, the steadfast maritime force that has protected and defended the shores of America, strategic interests abroad and global sea lanes for two and a half centuries. On […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For nearly 80 years, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has invested in America's next generation of leaders through its Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen youth patriotic essay contests. The Oct. 31 deadline is fast approaching for middle and high school students to enter this year's competition and have their […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On this National POW/MIA Recognition Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) solemnly renews its sacred commitment to the Americans who have not returned home. Since World War I, more than 142,000 Americans have endured the unspeakable hardships of captivity as prisoners of war, and less than 81,000 service members remain […]
- The Major Richard Star Act is now one signature away from an important breakthrough in the House of Representatives. Discharge Petition No. 22 has reached 217 signatures. It needs 218. The petition would help clear a path for the House to consider H.R. 2102, the Major Richard Star Act, as a standalone bill. Thousands of […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – This Sept. 11, in observance of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) solemnly pauses to remember the nearly 3,000 lives that were lost in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. We also commend and honor the countless lives forever changed in […]