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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Each year, thousands of members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States volunteer their time at local Department of Veterans Affairs health care facilities to help ensure their fellow veterans receive the compassion and support they deserve. The VFW again wants to recognize their selfless contributions as VA Vo...
Too often, families of deployed troops or recently discharged veterans find themselves with unexpected expenses. Perhaps the family car quit running or the furnace stopped working on a frigid day. This is why VFW’s Unmet Needs is such a valuable program. It provides financial assistance up to $5,000 to active-duty troops or veterans for expen...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Rooted in unique traditions, cultures and recipes, Thanksgiving Day offers each and every one of us a time to express our gratitude and appreciation for the blessings in our lives. Big or small, everyone has something to be thankful for. This Thanksgiving, as we gather together with friends and family in celebration of all ...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is pleased to announce Richard M. Potter has been selected as the new administrator of the VFW Foundation at the organization’s national headquarters in Kansas City, Mo. He will be responsible for leading the VFW Foundation in attaining its philanthropic fundraising goals and ...
Transitioning from military life to a civilian career is often filled with mystery, anxiety, and challenges. There are also aspects of taking off the uniform that bring excitement and opportunity. Whether your goals are to pursue entrepreneurship, work for the government or a non-profit, or enter the private business sector, you’ll need a str...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — With the holidays quickly approaching, online shoppers have the opportunity to assist America’s veterans, service members and their families by shopping AmazonSmile and selecting the VFW Foundation as their charity of choice. Amazon will donate 0.5% of the total purchase price to the foundation upon checkout. Purchas...
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – This Veterans Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. honors the contributions and sacrifices of the nearly 22 million living veterans, and those no longer with us who have served our country in the name of liberty and justice. From the jungles of Vietnam to the mountains of Afghanistan, from Bastogne to Baghdad, from...
This Veterans Day, patriotic businesses across the country are honoring our veterans with special discounts. The list below only includes businesses that contacted the VFW directly regarding their company Veterans Day discounts. Bed Bath & Beyond In honor of Veterans Day, Bed Bath & Beyond is holding a U.S. Armed Forces Appreciation Event!...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – November 10 marks the 241st birthday of the United States Marine Corps. With its rich traditions and hallmark of valor, the Corps has fought in every American armed conflict as the “first to fight for right and freedom” since 1775. The standard of excellence U.S. Marines achieve and live by have made them an in...
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