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When Navy veteran Chris Nurthen turned 16, he was gifted a guitar that sparked a passion he retains still today. Throughout his time at Great Valley High School in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Nurthen wrote songs. He also played football and baseball. His brother, John, played football at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, graduating in ...
WASHINGTON – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins in with our grateful nation in celebrating the birthday of the U.S. Navy, who has protected and defended freedom both at home and around the globe for the past 249 years. On Oct. 13, 1775, a resolution of the Continental Congress established what is now the United States Navy with “a...
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 Whidbey Island, Washington. Spra...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – “Throughout our storied history, times of challenge and adversity have brought forth the opportunity for VFW and VFW Auxiliary members to demonstrate the true spirit of our great organizations. Hurricane Helene recently presented us with yet another opportunity, and once again, our community united in the essence of o...
GEORGETOWN, Texas– Sport Clips Haircuts has launched its annual "Help A Hero" campaign to raise $1.5 million through November 16, in support of the VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program. The campaign funds scholarships for veterans and service members making the transition from military to civilian careers, wit...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is pleased to announce the launch of its newest member benefit addition, Vetrepreneur, which brings business and franchise ownership coaching directly to VFW members free of charge. Originally established in 2004 as the Veterans Business Journal, Vetrepreneur has spent the last two decades...
If you are one of 8.3 million veterans in the United States age 65 or older or the spouse of a veteran, you may have questions about healthcare coverage, especially if you have VA healthcare benefits and you are eligible for Medicare. The annual enrollment period for Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans is open Oct. 15-Dec. 7, making now ...
Veteran Charles Hoisington is #StillServing with the VFW alongside his service dog, Dodger, who was gifted to him by the nonprofit organization Northwest Battle Buddies. “Dodger gave me a sense of purpose,” Hoisington said. Before the pair met, Hoisington described himself as a recluse who was filled with anger, fear and loneliness. Aft...
Veteran Eric King is #StillServing in the U.S. Army Reserve with help from his German Shepherd service dog, Zoka. After serving in combat, King developed post-traumatic stress. Zoka redirects King when he becomes overwhelmed by using her paws or body to apply calming pressure. “Because of her, I can fully participate in life,” King said...
Veteran Lon Smith is #StillServing as a Life member of VFW Post 8466 in Wake Forest, North Carolina, with his emotional support dog, Lon Smith Jr. (LJ), an Imperial Shih Tzu. Smith developed post-traumatic stress after serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. LJ distracts Smith during episodes of anxiety or depression and when he experiences flashbacks....
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