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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Inspired by stories of generosity and friendship, Thanksgiving offers Americans the opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation for the blessings in our lives. As we join with friends and family to give thanks, we must also remember our men and women in uniform and their families. This Thursday and every day, the ...
Statement of Keith Harman, Commander-in-Chief, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Before the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, United States Senate, With Respect to “State of VA Service in Ohio”
“I joined the Air Force right out of high school for financial independence, and so I could get a college education. I received extensive training with the Air Force as a vehicle mechanic, and that allowed me to secure employment as an instructor after being discharged in 2015.” Eric Rubio, 32, of Barstow, Calif., served 12 years in the...
While it’s an important part of the job search process, the résumé is only part of the hiring equation. People get hired because the employer sees potential in how they can offer value, will contribute to the growth of the company, and compliment other members of the team. The résumé is simply a document that lists...
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated 35 years ago on Nov. 13, 1982. Since then, more than 100 million people have visited the iconic structure, according to Jan Scruggs, founder of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. The National Parks Service noted that nearly 5.6 million people visited in 2016, making it the nation’s second-most popu...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For the members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S., all who have worn or continue to wear the uniform of our great country, and to their family members who stand just as strong at home, there is no doubt that Veterans Day brings with it a meaningful significance. On Veterans Day we honor the contributions and sacri...
WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. World War I Centennial Commission announced today that the commission has received leadership gifts from the American Legion, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Each of the gifts is in the amount of $300,000, and will be used for the creation of America's World War I Memorial, in Washington, D.C. The Centennial Commission w...
VFW Post 968 in Raymond, Wash., is one of 22 Posts nationwide that could receive up to $2,000 in matching grant funds to help restore World War I memorials. Post 968 Adjutant Gordon Aleshire said the Post decided to restore the monument, in part, because of the 100 Cities/100 Memorials program. “This community embraces the honoring of their s...
PatientsLikeMe, a member of the VFW’s Mental Wellness Campaign, recently kicked off a new video series that asked patients, “What are all the roles you play in life beyond ‘patient’?” One of the many stories we heard was from Darryl, a member of the PatientsLikeMe veteran community. Darryl is a veterans’ advocate...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. has been awarded a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) financial grant in the amount of $443,145 to expand its reach to service members at the time of transition. The grant will be applied to the VFW’s Pre-Discharge claims program, which offers free assistance on military instal...
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