Convention
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Fwd: Share How You’re Still Serving
Subject: Share How You're Still Serving My fellow war veteran,We launched the Still Serving initiative in 2020 to spotlight how VFW members continue to serve well after our time in the military.To date, more than 3,000 members have shared their stories garnering the awareness of millions of Americans.Now, it’s your turn. If you’ve not already,…
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National Desert Storm War Memorial Association: Memorial Dedication Ceremony
We would be honored to have you join us at our Memorial Dedication Ceremony on October 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at the corner of Constitution Avenue NW and 23rd Street, Washington, DC. The ceremony is open to the Public, invitation not needed. Thank you again for your commitment and support.
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DEPARTMENT SERVICE OFFICER (DSO)
The VFW Connecticut Office has a position opening as described: COMPANY: Department of Connecticut, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Inc. JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT SERVICE OFFICER (DSO) SALARY: $38,000 to $42,000 per year (commensurate with experience) COMPENSATION: PTO for vacation, holiday, and sick days HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday (8:00am…
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History Day Judges Needed
Judges review student projects, provide constructive feedback and meet with students at the contests. Newer judges are paired with experienced judges. What are the benefits of serving as a History Day judge? Meeting hardworking middle and high school students.Learning about fascinating local, national, and world history topics.Networking with professionals in the history and educational fields.…
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CTMOM 2026 Free Dental Clinic
Veterans encouraged to attend! April 17-18, 2026 E. O. Smith High School 1235 Storrs Rd Storrs, CT 06268 No Appointment Needed First Come, First Served Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian Clinic Doors Open @ 7:00 AM A Project of the Connecticut Foundation for Dental Outreach For more information,…
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VFW & Wreaths Across America Visit
VFW National Sargent-at-Arms Brian Willette is representing the VFW on the Wreaths Across America convoy. He is making a couple of CT stops: – Tuesday 1pm Wallingford Town Hall – 1:30pm ceremony – 4:15pm St Ann Club Norwalk.
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VFW Veterans & Military Support (VMS) Programs
How to enter post donations for All-American Post program credit. The VFW’s Veterans & Military Support (VMS) programs are the driving force behind our troop and family support efforts. Home to the ever-vital Unmet Needs Program, the Military Appreciation Program (MAP) and the VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program, the VFW’s Veterans &…
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Veterans Day at Memorial Middle School 2025
Posted https://vfwct.org/fwd-veterans-day-at-memorial-middle-school-2025/ On Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at 11:31 AM Charles Pickett <charlespickett.us@gmail.com> wrote: kenneth korsu attached a document kenneth korsu (kwkorsu@gmail.com) has attached the following document: Hey Charlie, here is what is happening in my neck of the woods. Requesting you share it with all CT vets Veterans Day at Memorial Middle School 2025 Does…
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Fwd: Charity License for the State of Connecticut
How to Verify or Register Your VFW Post, District, or Auxiliary Charity License Step 1: Check if your organization is already registered Go to the Department of Consumer Protection website: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/ Scroll down to “Look Up a License.” In the License Type drop-down menu, select Charity. Search for your VFW Post, District, or Auxiliary. If…
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Beirut Remembrance
Two events are taking place this week to remember the 42nd anniversary of the barracks bombing in Beirut on October 23, 1983: 1) Thursday, October 23, 6:00 p.m., at the National Iwo Jima Memorial, 1 Iwo Jima Way, New Britain. and 2) Saturday, October 25, 10:00 a.m., at the Danbury War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Danbury. We…
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2025 National Appointments
Congratulations to the following Connecticut comrades on their national appointments by Commander-in-Chief Carol Whitmore, recognizing their excellence in service, advocacy, and veteran support: National Deputy Chief of Staff: Felix Santana III, Post 189 National Assistant Inspector General: Earl S. Colella, Post 10004 National Special Aide-de-Camp: Idervan M. Dacosta, Post 10201 National Aide-De-Camp: Philip A. Delgado,…