VFW Dispatch

January 2019

As we kick off 2019, it’s important to remember that the VFW’s work is never done. We must use the motivation that comes with a new year to ensure we “Make it Happen” in 2019.

Now is the time to go out into your community to tell them what the VFW does and why our mission is so important. Encourage your Post to spearhead a community service project, or visit with your local Student Veterans of America chapter.

Make this year, the year of making a difference. Arm yourself with our 2019 Priority Goals, and contact your state’s representatives in the new 116th Congress to voice your concerns over the proper implementation of the VA Mission Action of 2018 and ending sequestration.

Your service to our nation proves you have what it takes to “Make it Happen” and get the job done. You’re the reason the VFW can proudly proclaim “NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS!”

Respectfully,

Your VFW Membership Team

Spring Help A Hero Recipients Announced

We’re proud to announce the VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program has awarded 172 student veterans with more than $768,000 in scholarships for the spring 2019 semester. See the full list of recipients.

Blue Water Navy Remains a Top Priority

The VFW has worked with congressional leadership in the House and Senate to reintroduce the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. Contact your elected officials and encourage them to voice their support of the bill.

VFW Pre-Discharge Rep a ‘Gem’ for Navy Vet

Veteran James E. Jones, Jr. spent 26 years serving his country, but transitioning to civilian life wasn’t easy. The solace he found was in VFW Service Officer Mark Barrett. Read how Mark helped James apply for the benefits he’d worked decades for.

2019 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellows Named

Announced during the SVA 11th National Conference in Orlando, Fla., the VFW and SVA proudly named 10 student veterans to the 2019 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship class.

Disabled Veterans Can Now Fly Space-A

Thanks to recent legislation changes, veterans with a permanent and total service-connected VA disability rating are now eligible to travel space available on military aircraft. Read more on this change.

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