Advocacy
- WASHINGTON – A federal court has ordered Veterans Guardian, one of the nation's largest for-profit VA disability claims assistance companies, to pay veterans three times the amount it unlawfully collected from them, plus interest, in a major development in the fight against predatory Claim Sharks. On Nov. 10, the U.S. District Court for the Middle […]
- WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) celebrates today's overwhelming bipartisan passage of the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102) in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 392-18, marking a historic milestone in the fight to grant earned retirement benefits to combat-injured veterans. The victory comes after years of relentless advocacy […]
- WASHINGTON – On a day dedicated to honoring America's veterans, the House of Representatives took the reprehensible step to quickly pass the so-called Take Care of America's Veterans Act (H.R. 9237), advancing legislation that the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States considers the largest net benefit cut since the Great Depression, setting a […]
- WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Student Veterans of America (SVA) are proud to name the selectees for the 2026-2027 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship program. Through the nearly semester-long experience, cohort members will be equipped with leadership and advocacy training, which they will apply to a federal policy issue impacting student veterans. "Leading […]
- 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, […]
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' Listen to the 2026 September/October issue of VFW magazine here.
- VFW Visits Reno for 127th National Convention ‘Meaningful. Hands-On Service’ Pickleball Debuts at National Convention Top Teachers Recognized **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 .doc […]
- 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.
Press Releases
- WASHINGTON – A federal court has ordered Veterans Guardian, one of the nation's largest for-profit VA disability claims assistance companies, to pay veterans three times the amount it unlawfully collected from them, plus interest, in a major development in the fight against predatory Claim Sharks. On Nov. 10, the U.S. District Court for the Middle […]
- WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) celebrates today's overwhelming bipartisan passage of the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102) in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 392-18, marking a historic milestone in the fight to grant earned retirement benefits to combat-injured veterans. The victory comes after years of relentless advocacy […]
- WASHINGTON – On a day dedicated to honoring America's veterans, the House of Representatives took the reprehensible step to quickly pass the so-called Take Care of America's Veterans Act (H.R. 9237), advancing legislation that the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States considers the largest net benefit cut since the Great Depression, setting a […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On Nov. 11, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) proudly salutes every American who has worn our nation's uniform, in war and in peace, at home and abroad, with gratitude, respect and humble thanks. Veterans Day is a sacred opportunity to pause and honor the extraordinary service, selfless sacrifice and unyielding […]
- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) proudly recognizes November as National Native American Heritage Month and joins a grateful nation in honoring our Indigenous service members and veterans whose courage, skill and devotion to country have helped to defend the United States for more than two and a half centuries. The […]