On September 11th, a few of us were privileged to attend the 2026 Central Washington Cancer Heroes Ceremony to honor our local heroes, including a dear friend of the VFW, Becky Cummins. Becky is the manager of Chapel of the Valley in East Wenatchee where she’s been very involved with … More Supporting our Cancer Hero, Becky
Supporting our Cancer Hero, Becky
Another Fun Wenatchee Valley Veterans Picnic
The Annual Wenatchee Valley Veteran’s Picnic took place this year on August 29th at Walla Walla Point Park. This joint picnic, hosted by VFW Post 3617 and American Legion Post 10, is open to all active duty military, first responders, and of course veterans and their families. Perfect late summer … More Another Fun Wenatchee Valley Veterans Picnic
Another ramp project for a local veteran
There’s never a shortage of need for ramps, but there has been a shortage of support to make them happen. Over the past year, there have been some difficulties as the Washington representative for Operation Ramp It Up has been out of commission. Recently Snohomish VFW Post 921 has taken … More Another ramp project for a local veteran
Summer BBQ for AASF-2
Many hands (and backs and trucks) make light work as once again our Post and Auxiliary members came together to put on a fabulous feast for our Adopted Unit. On Friday, 20 June, Charlie Co., 1st Battalion, 112th Aviation Security & Support held their annual summer Family Day, and we … More Summer BBQ for AASF-2
Treated to a tour of Army Aviation Support Facility #2
On March 12th , we made a visit out to the new Army National Guard Aviation Unit stationed at Pangborn Memorial Airport, also known as Army Aviation Support Facility #2 (AASF-2). We were greeted by Captain Taylor Payne and Chief Warrant Officer (CW4) Cody Eastman of Charlie Co., 1st Battalion, … More Treated to a tour of Army Aviation Support Facility #2
WA Army National Guard in the Wenatchee Valley
Back in June, in conjunction with Pangborn’s annual Festival of Flight, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the former Executive Flight building to welcome its new tennants, Army Aviation Support Facility 2 (AASF-2), formerly located at Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane. The build has been renamed to reflect … More WA Army National Guard in the Wenatchee Valley
Fallen Heroes have become an Apple Blossom Tradition
Each year at Apple Blossom, you may see an entry in the Grand Parade with an outpouring of community volunteers carrying banners with the face of a soldier, marine, sailor, airman, or guardian on them. These are the Washington State Fallen Heroes Banners – each one memorializes a post-9/11 service … More Fallen Heroes have become an Apple Blossom Tradition
Another project with Team Home Depot
We have again partnered with Home Depot (HD) to complete a project for a veteran in the valley funded by a generous donation from the Home Depot Foundation. Project planner and HD Assistant Manager, Mick Ball, put together a well versed and experienced team of 6 volunteers to tackle this … More Another project with Team Home Depot
3rd Annual Veterans Picnic a Success!
The 3rd Annual Wenatchee Valley Veteran’s Picnic was held on August 30th at Walla Walla Point Park. This joint picnic, hosted by VFW Post 3617 and American Legion Post 10, is open to all active duty military, first responders, and of course veterans and their families. This year, we saw … More 3rd Annual Veterans Picnic a Success!
Auxiliary Hosts Hospital Equipment Drive for KC Help
On Saturday, March 23rd, the Auxiliary members of the Wenatchee Valley VFW will be accepting donations of durable medical equipment (DME) like wheelchairs, walkers, canes, shower aids, bed tables, and toilet risers. We are collecting items that are vital to our community members as they transition from a hospital stay … More Auxiliary Hosts Hospital Equipment Drive for KC Help
Upcoming Events
