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
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
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
Collecting US flags for Proper Disposal
Among the many small improvements we’ve made at our Post Home during this forced closure is our new Flag Depository box out front. We often hear community members lamenting that they don’t know where to take their old, faded, tattered, worn-out US flags for a proper disposal. We’ve always been … More Collecting US flags for Proper Disposal
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
Wenatchee Home Depot Awarded 2019 Patriot Award
On February 10, Commander Pieratt presented the 2019 Wenatchee Valley VFW Patriot Award to Team Depot. Receiving this award was store manager Richard Madariaga, who led his team of volunteers on two projects to help local veterans and their families. The Home Depot Foundation donated over $10,000 in materials and … More Wenatchee Home Depot Awarded 2019 Patriot Award
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a commemorative holiday in the United States which recognizes the sacrifices that veterans and their families made during the Vietnam War. It is also a day to give proper recognition to the men and women who returned home from that war and didn’t receive … More National Vietnam War Veterans Day
The True Meaning of HONOR~
#VFWPostPride The following letter was written by Pastor Josh McPherson after carrying a Fallen Heroes Banner today during the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival Parade. It epitomizes and validates the efforts of the Washington State Fallen Heroes Project. This needs to be shared…. To Sgt. Jason Cole. You didn’t know … More The True Meaning of HONOR~
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