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VFW Post 4337 in Inverness, Florida, is being led by a husband-and-wife team. Post Commander Jesus (Joe) Acosta and Auxiliary President Lorinda (Lori) Acosta lead the Post and its Auxiliary in community endeavors. A Vietnam veteran, Joe was based at Long Thanh North from 1969-1971 with the 210th Combat Aviation Battalion, 1st Aviation Brigade. He j...
As we wrap up March and Women’s History Month, we take a moment to recognize women veterans and their growing participation in the VFW. To that end, the VFW Store has several offerings for women veterans. Click here to shop the selection. There is a pink T-shirt with “Veteran” printed on front in sizes small thru 3XL (item 761700)...
As the number of women serving in uniform has grown significantly over the past 25 years, so, too, has the number of female VFW members. At press time, VFW has nearly 41,000 women members. That is nearly 14,000 more than in 2019 when the organization finished the year with 27,281 female members. VFW magazine asked women leaders in the organization ...
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 two coastal cities in Georgia an...
As March is set aside as Women’s History Month, VFW can think of no better time to recognize the Military Women’s Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. Located at the ceremonial entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, the memorial opened in October 1997. VFW members donated $70,000 toward the $21.5 million project. The memorial is a half-ci...
WASHINGTON — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the first woman veteran as director of the VFW’s National Legislative Service (NLS). Kristina Keenan is a familiar and well-respected face on Capitol Hill. As a member of the NLS team since 2018, her tenacity and dedication have been proven time and ag...
WASHINGTON — On the heels of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Washington Conference, two official delegations comprised of senior VFW and Auxiliary leaders and supporting staff depart this weekend for separate command visits in East and Southeast Asian countries. Accompanied by VFW Washington Office Executive Director Ryan Gallucci, and tog...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is now accepting entries for its 79th annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship competitions. The 2025-2026 theme asks America’s students “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” Established in 1947, the VFW’s Voice of ...
Statement of Kristina Keenan, Deputy Director National Legislative Service Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Before The United States House of Representatives Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity With Respect To Pending Legislation WASHINGTON, D.C. Chairman Van Orden, Ranking Member Pappas, a...
Statement of Patrick Murray, Director National Legislative Service Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Before The United States Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs With Respect To Pending Legislation WASHINGTON, D.C. Chairman Moran, Ranking Member Blumenthal, and members of the committee, on behalf of the men and women ...
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