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VFW 125th National Convention Highlights August 2024
 

The 125th VFW National Convention was held July 27-Aug. 1, 2024, at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, Kentucky.  

1. Every year, thousands of VFW and Auxiliary delegates gather to represent the organization’s more than 1.4 million combined members at the weeklong VFW National Convention. While there, our mission is to approve new national priorities to guide our organization as we lobby Congress on issues important to the nation’s veterans, service members, and their families.

Convention delegates also elect new leadership and recognize prominent individuals and organizations for supporting veterans and military personnel.

2. VFW Command-in-Chief (outgoing and incoming) from the Change of Command Ceremony (Click Link to see video).

3. VFW Action Alert: Support the Sen. Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Act. This package has the support of both Democrats and Republicans in the Senate but lacks the support to receive a vote in the House. 

4. Future Convention Sites:

  • Columbus, OH, August 9-13, 2025
  • Salt Lake City, UT, August 15-19, 2026
  •  Milwaukee, WI, July 31-August 4, 2027
  • San Antonio, TX, August 5-10, 2028

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Grassroots Efforts

The VFW Action Corps is our national grassroots advocacy network comprised of more than 300,000 VFW members and patriotic support of veterans. This group stays up-to-date on the issues facing our veteran on the issues, our military, and their families, standing ready to email, write, call, and visit our nation's lawmakers to make their voices heard. The VFW Action Corps is free and open to all patriotic Americans who care about the military and veteran communities.


Member Benefits: Post Resources


Newsworthy Latest Releases

Keep up on VFW news and initiatives.


VFW Our 2024 Priority Goals

National Legislative Service establishes the VFW's legislative priorities and advocates on veterans' behalf. By testifying at congressional committee hearings and interacting with congressional members, the VFW has played an instrumental role in nearly every piece of veterans' legislation passed since the beginning of the 20th century. We do everything on Capitol Hill with the VFW’s Priority Goals and veterans' well-being in mind. With the strength of the more than 1.4 million VFW members and its Auxiliary members, our voice on Capitol Hill cannot be ignored!


VFW Foundation Grants

The VFW Foundation is proud to offer funding through various grant programs available throughout the year designed to help VFW Posts and their Auxiliaries provide the vital support local communities, America's heroes and their families all deserve.


VA Health Care Watch

Take advantage of VA health care, even beyond the borders of the United States, and stay up-to-date on new benefits expansions and how they relate to your service and care.


VFW Action Alert: Pass H.R. 8371

Caregivers also need the resources required to properly care for our selfless men and women


PACT Act and Toxic Exposure Information

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


VFW District 15 Scholarship and Community Awards

District 15 Announces Scholarship and Community Awards.


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VFW Day: Celebrate the Legacy


VFW Applauds Congress Passing Emergency Appropriations for VA


Until They All Return Home


VFW Wishes the US Air Force a Happy 77th Birthday


VFW Honors National Hispanic Heritage Month


Always Remember


VFW Readies for Annual September Legislative Conference


VFW Remembers the End of the Afghanistan War


VFW Admonishes Former President for Medal of Honor Remarks


VFW Awards Nearly $750,000 in Scholarships to Student Veterans


Applications Open for 2024-2025 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship


VFW Takes Exception With Service Record Embellishment


VFW Pleased to See Veterans Return to the General Election


Farewell Message from Immediate Past Chief Duane Sarmiento


VFW Elects Al Lipphardt as New National Commander


VFW Outraged Over American Flag and Monument Desecrations in Washington, DC


VFW Bestows Esteemed John A. Biedrzycki Award


Humana and VFW Continue Collaborative Effort to Address Health-Related Social Needs for Veterans


VFW Action Alert: Support the Sen. Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Act


VFW Commemorates the Korean Armistice Agreement


VFW at the Starting Gate for the 125th National Convention


VFW Action Alert: Vote Yes to Include the Major Richard Star Act in the NDAA


VFW National Commander Denounces Political Violence


VFW Celebrates the 248th Birthday of America


Happy Birthday Army ... and to the Flag You Carry


New Study Links Cancers to Camp Lejeune Water Contamination


VFW Action Alert: Pass H.R. 8371


VFW Commemorates D-Day in Normandy on 80th Anniversary


VFW Kicks Off 125th Anniversary Commemoration


VFW Honors LGBTQ Veterans' Service to Nation


VFW Remembers Our Fallen


Ace Hardware Honors Fallen Heroes with 1 Million American Flags Donation


VFW Celebrates Armed Forces Day


VFW Expresses Concern Over Erroneous VA Bonuses


Cornerstone Caregiving Donates More than $100,000 to the VFW


Chief's Commentary: Aid for Allies Must Include Support for American Defenders


VFW Expresses Support for Free Speech, Not Violence on College Campuses


VFW Celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month


Burger King® Franchisees Give Back to Troops This May


National Publications Contest Winners Announced for 2023-24


VFW Honors the Nation's Gulf War Veterans


Country Music Superstar Joins VFW in Asking America to 'Return the Favor'


VFW Announces Third Annual Day of Service


VFW Honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day


New Course Spotlights '15 Things Veteran Service Officers Want You To Know'


VFW Announces Top Teachers in National Contest


VFW National Commander Addresses SXSW Boycott over US Army Sponsorship


VFW Now Accepting Applications for its Annual Youth Scholarship Contests


Levin Receives VFW Congressional Award


VFW Calls on Congress to 'Meet the Challenge' for Veterans