WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the first woman veteran as director of the V...
WASHINGTON - On the heels of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Washington Conference, two official delegations comprised of senio...
March Post Meeting minutes are posted under "Members Only"Next Social Breakfast meeting: Wed, 26 March, 8:00 a.m.Landings Restaurant in the Henderson Executive Airport,3500 Executive Terminal Drive, Henderson NV 89052.Come enjoy great food and fellowship with us. Lots to talk about!Next Post meeting: Tuesday, 1 April, 6:00 p.m.Bass Pro Shop Conference Room,8200 Dean Martin Dr., Las Vegas NV 89139.Social dinner to follow at "Distill", 4830 W. Pyle Ave., Las Vegas NV 89141.
Honor the dead by helping the living
The VFW traces its roots
back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the
Philippine insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure
rights and benefits for their service.
The VFW provides
numerous services to military service members and their families.
• MAP has helped
fund Farewell and Welcome Home gatherings for military units worldwide.
• Operation Uplink provides free, pre-paid phone cards to service members.
• Unmet Needs can give a one-time grant up to $1,500 for qualifying
service members and their families experiencing financial hardship.
Flags and flag education
are essential elements of the VFW's Citizenship Education program.
Fostering patriotism and
honoring America's veterans on Patriotic Days: Memorial Day, lndependence Day,
Patriots Day, Loyalty Day, Veterans Day and POW/MlA Recognition day
Constructive Community
Service is a founding VFW tenet with volunteerism benefiting education, the
environment, health sciences, and civic projects. The VFW's citizenship
education program is designed to stimulate an interest in America's history,
its traditions, and institutions, as well as promote patriotism. The VFW also
partners with the National Rifle Association, U.S. Chamber of Commerce,
lnternational Association of Firefighters, the Salvation Army and Boy Scouts of
America.
The VFW's Citizenship
Education program arms teachers with school activities and resources designed
to teach America's youth about patriotism and service and about the
contributions of our nation's veterans in preserving peace.
VFW Scholarship Programs
include Voice of Democracy, Patriot's Pen, and VFW Military Family Scholarship.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of students participate in garnering more
than $3.1 million in scholarships and incentives.
The VFW's presence on
Capitol Hill allows VFW officials to monitor and lobby Congress for legislative
action targeted toward maintaining a strong national defense and improving
military benefits and quality of life for all veterans, including those
currently serving in the active-duty military, the National Guard and the Reserves.
One of the VFW's most
successful legislative push was making college education affordable for
military service members with the signing of the 1944 Gl Bill of Rights, and in
1984, the signing of the Montgomery GI Bill.
For more than 75 years,
the VFW's Buddy Poppy program has raised millions of dollars in support of
veterans' welfare and the well being of their dependents.
The personal sacrifices made by members of the armed forces cannot be overestimated. We deeply appreciate those who have served our country with courage and selflessness, and we at Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary & Cemetery in Henderson, NV are honored to do our part in turn by caring for military veterans and their families.
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Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary's history dates back to 1964, when families in Southern Nevada first trusted the funeral home with their end-of-life arrangements. We are proud to provide compassion and hospitality in the southwestern tradition and committed to being a good neighbor to the Las Vegas community.
We understand the unique needs of America’s veterans and their families. As a Level One Founding Community Partner with We Honor Veterans, our staff is knowledgeable in the benefits available to veterans and their families. With respect, integrity and dignity, we will walk you through creating a service that truly honors the life and sacrifice of your loved one.
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