Illustrating America is the Auxiliary’s annual patriotic art contest for elementary and middle/junior high school students which encourages students’ artistic abilities and rewards their hard work. Students in high school can enter the Young American Patriotic Art Contest for even bigger prizes. It’s fun to see how our youth see … More Meet the 2026 Youth Art Contest winners!
Meet the 2026 Youth Art Contest winners!
Lifetime Achievement Award – Charleen Lauer
The following was read at the Department of Washington Annual Convention Banquet on 19 June 2026: Tonight, we have the honor of recognizing an extraordinary Auxiliary member whose dedication, leadership, and service have spanned nearly seven decades. Even before tonight’s honoree was eligible to join the VFW, she often joined … More Lifetime Achievement Award – Charleen Lauer
Department Convention brings Posts and Auxiliaries to the Heart of Washington
This past week, Wenatchee was host to the Department of Washington Annual Convention, 18-20 June 2026. This is an event where VFW Post and Auxiliary members from across the state of Washington gather to give and receive training, to provide state-level committee updates, and to honor exceptional members, Posts, and … More Department Convention brings Posts and Auxiliaries to the Heart of Washington
Civil Air Patrol annual awards
As we do each year, our Post is proud to present two VFW awards to students in our local Civil Air Patrol unit, recognizing their hard work and progress throughout the year. This year on June 2, we were pleased and honored to present the following awards during the end-of-year … More Civil Air Patrol annual awards
Lifetime Achievement Award – Dave Schwab
Originally from Southern California, Dave voluntarily enlisted in the Army in 1967 as his friends were receiving their draft notices. During his time in the military, Dave served as a 62E20 Equipment Operator then as the Battalion Procurement NCOIC of Construction Material until April 1970. After leaving the Army, he … More Lifetime Achievement Award – Dave Schwab
Illustrating America Art Contest winners announced
The Auxiliary’s annual patriotic art contest for elementary and middle/junior high school students encourages students’ artistic abilities and rewards their hard work. It’s fun to see how our youth see the world through their drawings and paintings. On Friday, 11 July, Auxiliary members announced this year’s winners and distributed their … More Illustrating America Art Contest winners announced
Annual Awards for Civil Air Patrol
On March 4, we were pleased and honored to present the Annual VFW Cadet NCO and Cadet Officer awards at a meeting of the Pangborn Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol.
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