Membership

As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

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Buddy Poppies

Before Memorial Day in 1922, we conducted our first poppy distribution, becoming the first veterans' organization to organize a nationwide distribution. The poppy soon was adopted as the official memorial flower of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, as it remains today.

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VA Claims & Separation Benefits

VA reports veterans represented by the VFW have recouped more than $10 billion in earned benefits annually, including the more than $152 million in disability compensation our Pre-Discharge offices helped recoup for nearly 12,000 service members in fiscal year 2021.

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Donation

Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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VFW Coffee

Honoring All Who Served

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PACT Act

With the passing of the PACT Act, as a veteran you may have a lot of questions. As we wait for the VA to interpret the new law and how it will impact veterans, we have gathered information to help you navigate the path forward.

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Advocacy

Since 1899, the VFW has been on the forefront in veteran advocacy.

Challenge

Are you seeking a challenge and a mission? Join us #stillserving

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NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS

As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.



Patriot's Pen Luncheon

January 24, 2026 at 12PM @ Clarion Hotel 
815 NJ-37 Toms River, NJ 08755

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Half-Life Membership Incentive

A great recruiting opportunity
for current & new members!

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VA Claims

Start your free VA Claim today with one of our Accredited Veteran Service Officers! 

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Buddy Poppies

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IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


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Important info from National VFW

Remembering the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - On Monday, Jan. 19, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary join the nation in honoring the life a...

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VFW Action Alert: Tell Congress to Act on the Major Richard Star Act

Some combat-injured service members were forced to leave the military early because of serious injuries. Even though they served honorably, they do...

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Join us as brothers and sisters of America to preserve the rights of veterans and support each other as only those who share in the camaraderie forged by conflict can.