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Nov 05 2018

The VFW Helps Injured Veteran Receive 100% VA Rating

Charles Honaker of Vancouver, Wash., joined the United States Army when a recruiter visited his college campus. He served for “20 years, one month and one day” in the I-18 Airborne Military Police Company at Fort Bragg, N.C., and as an Army recruiter. “The values instilled by the Army have led me to leadership opportunities and lifelong friends,” Honaker said. The support system the Army has provided him over 20 years has been vital. When Honaker’s wife, Becky, became s...

Oct 29 2018

Annual BURGER KING® Fundraiser Set to Begin Nov. 1

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is pleased to announce that for the twelfth consecutive year, participating BURGER KING® franchisees will be raising funds throughout the month of November for the VFW’s Unmet Needs program. Patrons are encouraged to donate $1 or more to the program upon checkout. The fundraising campaign officially begins Nov. 1, and last year raised nearly $800,000. “America’s military and veteran families have given so much t...

Jul 26 2018

VFW to Draw for 'Return to Vietnam' Trip

If you received a Purple Heart for being wounded in Vietnam, you could be one of nine lucky veterans to win the VFW's "Return to Vietnam" trip. This in-country tour from April 25 - May 8, 2019, will include the sites of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the DMZ, Khe Sanh, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An, Marble Mountain, Cu Chi and Tay Ninh. Airfare, accommodations and meals are included. Don’t miss this chance to revisit battle sites and share your experiences with fellow Vietnam ...

Nov 22 2017

Happy Thanksgiving, America!

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 Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. says thank you to all who have and who continue to selflessly serve our great nation. Happy Th...

Nov 16 2017

Air Force Veteran Forges His Own Path

“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 United States Air Force as a special purpose mechanic. Serving with both the Air Force and the Army, he received an Army Commendation fo...