NEWS

VA Mail Order Pharmacy During Holiday Season

A reminder to our veterans that VA is focused on ensuring prescriptions are delivered in a timely manner throughout the holidays.


VA Calling for a Pause on VA-Backed Loan Foreclosures

VA has released the official guidance to mortgage servicers calling for a pause on foreclosures on VA-backed loans. VA expects that any foreclosures filed since November 17, 2023 will be put on hold, along with any other in-process or upcoming foreclosures on VA-backed loans. The foreclosure process will be paused for these Veterans through May 31, 2024, giving additional time to these veterans to find solutions to stay in their homes. Veterans who are struggling with VA-backed mortgage payments can visit the VA Housing Assistance website https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/ or call VA at 877-827-3702 for assistance.


VFW WI Partners With Sierra Delta

The VFW Department of Wisconsin is pleased to announce its collaboration with Sierra Delta, a non-profit organization based in Madison, Wisconsin. The partnership aims to launch the New State Commander's Project, a joint initiative focused on enhancing the lives of military veterans and their service dogs.


VFW Wisconsin Elects Ron Ramos as State Commander

VFW Wisconsin Elects Ron Ramos as State Commander, Alongside Mary Ann Christopherson and Ty Letto As Senior Vice Commander And Junior Vice Commander, Respectively


Mary Ann Christopherson Elected as Senior Vice State Commander for VFW Wisconsin

MADISON – July 6, 2023- The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Wisconsin is proud to announce the election of Mary Ann Christopherson as the Senior Vice State Commander. This esteemed position recognizes Christopherson's dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving veterans and their families.


Local VFW Commander Ty Letto Elected as Wisconsin VFW Junior Vice State Commander

MADISON, July 6, 2023 - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Wisconsin proudly announces the election of Ty Letto as the new Junior Vice State Commander. This prestigious appointment reflects Letto's unwavering dedication to serving veterans and his commitment to making a difference in their lives. Letto currently serves as the Post Commander of Clarence Keske VFW Post 1163 in Beaver Dam.


VFW Honors Wisconsin Department Commander

Rathke, a Gold Legacy Life member of Post 1638 in Merrill, Wisconsin, is one of 48 VFW Department commanders worldwide to earn the title of All-American commander. Her hard work played an integral role helping the organization successfully remain focused on its service to veterans.


CPT James Ahn Memorial Scholarship

Annual scholarship sponsoring for a student who served in the U.S. Army Special Forces and is now a full time student. The award is for $1000.


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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


VFW 2024 National Youth Scholarship Winners Named


VFW Celebrates Women's History Month


VFW DAV and PVA Release Independent Budget Recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs


VFW Action Alert: Claim Sharks Are Illegal


VFW Washington Conference App Now Available


VFW Celebrates National Black History Month


VFW Expresses Condolences, Concerns for Troops in Middle East After Deadly Drone Attack


$1.3M Donated by Sport Clips Haircuts for VFW Help A Hero Scholarships for Veterans


VFW Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy


VFW Announces Annual Publications Contest


Season's Greetings from the VFW


Happy Birthday, Space Force!


VFW Director Receives Department of Defense Patriot Award


Wounded Warrior Project Awards Grant to VFW Pre-Discharge Claims Service


VFW Honors America's Iraq War Veterans


VFW Remembers Pearl Harbor


VFW Action Alert: Stop Claim Sharks Now


Thankful for the Life We Live


Celebrating Those Who Have Worn the Nation's Uniform


Happy Birthday, Marines!


Commander's Corner

Commander Bob Soward

Comrades,
I wish you all well and I have a few announcements of some up and coming events. 
1.)   The Never Forgotten Honor Flight will be taking 2 of our Comrades on Monday the 22nd, please join Patty and I in welcoming them back at the central Wisconsin airport later that evening. 
2.)   The last day for soup until the fall is Wednesday the 24th so if you haven't yet I recommend stopping and having a cup or bowl. Chicken and dumpling along with a beefy mushroom and wild rice are on the menu with some bread and sweets of some kind.
3.)   Friday the 26th at 1:00 the Tomahawk Honor Guard will be presenting some awards to The Loophole Bar and Castaways for their monetary contributions and support of the Honor Guard. This presentation will take place at the Post, and I encourage you to attend and recognize these businesses that have contributed to the Honor Guard getting new summer uniforms and 3 season jackets. I also encourage any member to participate if able in the Honor Guard.
4.)   May 4th is the VFW day of service nationwide; I have signed our Post up as participating and would like as much participation as possible. Clint Zoromski is heading up this event for us (thank you again Clint) this year and we need help getting this mission done; so, if you are able, please let Clint or myself know so we can plan accordingly. As of this message there are 2 people signed up to help, we have some yards that need raking and other misc. yardwork. 
5.)   Last year the farmers market on Tuesday's was very successful in generating funds to operate and sustain the Post. We were approached by the flea market that meets on Saturday's and asked if we would like to sell lunch there also so we will be doing some of those over the summertime, the first one is May 11th from 11-2, any help will be greatly appreciated.
 
Respectfully, Bob Soward Commander VFW Post 2687