VFW Membership: Supporting Veterans and Active Duty Members Alike
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is an essential organization that supports not only veterans but also active duty military members. Membership offers invaluable opportunities to connect, serve, and advocate on behalf of our community, aligning with the collaborative mission of the IrregularChat community.
Why Should You Join the VFW?
1. Advocacy
The VFW actively fights for legislative goals that impact veterans, service members, and their families. Some of the 2025 Priority Legislative Goals include:
- Budget and Oversight: Ensure timely appropriations for VA programs and oversight of TRICARE and Medicare.
- Disability Assistance: Modernize benefits and processes for survivors and veterans exposed to toxic hazards.
- Healthcare: Enhance veteran healthcare access and mental health support.
- Military Readiness: Support transitioning service members, increase equity in benefits, and eliminate food insecurity in the military.
2. Community Engagement
The VFW serves not only as a network for individual support but as a larger force for local, state, and national impact. Whether it’s volunteering, hosting events, or advocating for legislative change, the VFW ensures members are at the forefront of driving positive outcomes.
3. Member Benefits
- Access to Resources: Assistance with VA claims, education resources, and employment transition support.
- Camaraderie: Connect with veterans and service members who share similar experiences and challenges.
- Programs for Families: Support for military families through scholarships and housing assistance programs.
How Can the IrregularChat Community Get Involved?
This is a chance to bring the unique expertise and voices of the IrregularChat community to the VFW. As members, we can extend our discussions on readiness, advocacy, and solutions into real-world action, directly influencing the quality of life for veterans and active duty personnel.
Contact Perry at Fort Liberty
Perry Saunders Jr. serves as the VFW point of contact at Fort Liberty. Reach out to him to learn more about VFW membership and how to get involved.
Contact Details:
- Mobile: (910) 973-2016
- VFW Post: SVC VFW Post 6018
How Can You Help?
Membership strengthens advocacy efforts, expands support programs, and helps us better serve the community. Joining ensures our collective voice continues to grow and have an impact.
Reach out to Perry or post here in the chat to ask questions, share experiences, or suggest ideas for how we can maximize our membership’s impact.
Let’s keep serving, together.