The VFW National Home for Children serves as a living memorial to America’s veterans by helping our nation’s military and veteran families during difficult times. It was founded in 1925 as a place where the families left behind by war — mothers and children, brothers and sisters — could remain together, keeping the family … More Washington House at the VFW National Home
Washington House at the VFW National Home
Announcing 2020 Youth Essay Winners
We were excited to receive several entries into our Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship programs this fall, even though the majority of students were being taught at home. We are proud to announce our winners! The theme for this year’s Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio Essay contest … More Announcing 2020 Youth Essay Winners
Wreaths Across America 2020
This year, across the country at more than 2,200 participating locations like this one, there are millions of Americans gathering together safely as one nation to Remember, Honor, and Teach. We are all proud to be Americans that live in a free society made up of many people, from many … More Wreaths Across America 2020
FEDVIP Open Enrollment
Open Season for Uniformed Service Members is closely approaching, and we wanted to ensure that eligible members have the information they need. Due to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017, retired uniformed service members and their families, who were previously eligible for the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program … More FEDVIP Open Enrollment
Deadline Approaching for Essays and Teacher Nominations
It’s almost time! Have you submitted your Teacher of the Year nomination? Have your students finished up their Voice of Democracy / Patriot’s Pen / Youth Essay submissions? The deadline for all of the above is 31 October! Just 3 weeks away! We need to receive all of the above … More Deadline Approaching for Essays and Teacher Nominations
Recycled Rides through VFW Dept of WA
The Department of Washington VFW has teamed up with National Auto Body Council to support the Recycled Rides program. The Recycled Rides program is a unique endeavor that has been fulfilling this need since 2007 with over 2500 vehicles having been gifted. Insurers, car rental companies, collision repairers, paint suppliers, … More Recycled Rides through VFW Dept of WA
2020-21 Officers Elected
Even in the midst of a pandemic, business must go on. We held a socially-distanced and masked-up meeting on 15 July to handle some of the most pressing business. Deceased members were honored, new members were approved, and our officers for the 2020-21 year were elected. Brad Pieratt will continue … More 2020-21 Officers Elected
Celebrate the #StillServing Campaign
“The VFW launched #StillServing at the start of the year to honor the many ways veterans give back to their communities. When this campaign was planned and kicked off, we had no idea how important it would become. Then coronavirus concerns spread. Veterans around the nation and the world are … More Celebrate the #StillServing Campaign
Important Info re: Disability Claim Files
ATTENTION DISABLED VETERANS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE: DISPOSAL OF DISABILITY CLAIM FILES Claim files are to be disposed of by 08/31/2020. Veterans who filed a disability claim between the years 2000 and 2020 with our Post Service Officer Larry Srozyk are requested to call Larry (509-884-3617) regarding disposition of their … More Important Info re: Disability Claim Files
Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy themes announced
“Dedicated to encouraging a better understanding and appreciation of America, the VFW’s Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen essay competitions help foster patriotism among today’s youth. The programs also promote friendly competition and reward success with more than $3 million in scholarships.” [source: VFW.org News Release] The Voice of Democracy … More Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy themes announced
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