Vets & Friends of Wisconsin

06/13/2026

Finishing out the fun week was the 75th annual Flag Day Parade. Thanks to Bob, Tom and Rex for driving your vehicles for us today!

06/13/2026

Thanks to Fox 11 for covering our meal and special guest.

A brunch for veterans in Appleton drew a larger-than-normal crowd this week, thanks to a special guest in attendance.

06/12/2026

Thank you once again to the Grand Chute Fire Dept for your time serving veterans today, we appreciate you!

06/11/2026

If interested or you know someone who may be interested please share.

This is a no-cost retreat, set on a beautiful property in Lake Tomahawk, WI, called Camp American Legion. The week will be filled with opportunities to strengthen your skills and deepen your understanding of the pillars of life (mental, spiritual, physical, financial, and social). 💛

If you are interested, or know of someone who may benefit from this, scan the QR code or register using this link:
https://www.journeytothelight.org/hoperetreat

06/10/2026

We had the honor of welcoming Rocky Bleier, Vietnam veteran and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back, as he joined us for today’s meal service. It was wonderful to have him spend time with our veterans and volunteers, reconnect with old friends, and help serve lunch.

A special thank you to Ron Zahn for donating a Thrivent Action Card that helped make today’s meal possible.

We are also grateful to Network Health for sending volunteers to lend a helping hand and support our mission.

Days like today remind us how strong our community is when people come together to support those who have served. Thank you to our volunteers, donors, community partners, and everyone who continues to support Vets & Friends of Wisconsin.

06/09/2026

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🇺🇸JULY 4TH AT SHAWANO SPEEDWAY 🇺🇸

Join us for a powerful night of racing, patriotism, and appreciation as we honor the brave men and women of our military during our Tribute to Veterans & Active Military celebration while celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary!
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This night is dedicated to the heroes who served our country, protected our freedom, and continue to stand strong for America every single day 🇺🇸

🔥 Veterans & Active Military get in FREE! 🔥

☄️Then get ready for a full night of dirt flying action on the legendary half mile as the drivers put on a show under lights.

🏁 High-powered racing
🔥 Edge-of-your-seat action
🇺🇸 Patriotic atmosphere
⭐️Full throttle excitement under the lights

👏Huge THANK YOU to Event Sponsor Trev’s
Trailers along with Night Sponsors Frank Wallace Flooring and Jeff & Tammy’s Lighthouse for helping make this special night possible!

📅 Saturday, July 4
🕓 Gates Open @ 4 PM
🏁 Racing Starts @ 6 PM
🌧 Rain Date: July 18

For more information contact Trevor Clark
📞 (715) 853-5713

06/05/2026

Veterans, please stop by St James Church between 10am and 2pm Friday, June 5 for a free meal combo, includes brat or hamburger, chips and soda/water. Peruse their rummage/bake sale too. Hope to see you soon!

Update, pics from today.

06/03/2026

ATTENTION ALL, This Event is Full, Please Keep an eye out for future events. Our hope is to do more evening events like this to reach our veterans who may not be available to attend our events during the workday. If you have any other suggestions for veteran friendly venues or other types of events, please share them.

🚨 ATTENTION VETERANS & SUPPORTERS 🚨

Vets & Friends of Wisconsin is hosting a FREE Pizza Night and you don’t want to miss it.

🍕 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT pizza, zero cost to the veteran and a friend for pizza and fountain drinks (bar is not included)

🤝 Real community. Real gratitude.
🎖️ Honoring those who served
📅 JUNE 25, 2026 | 5PM–9PM
📍 Uncle Mike’s Food Emporium
3860 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI
👉 RSVP NOW — space is limited and filling fast!
vetsandfriendsofwisconsin.org

Tag a veteran below and let’s pack the house for our heroes. Drop a 🍕 if you’re coming!

06/03/2026

Reminder we are NOT open this week as St. James prepares for their rummage/bake sale. Stop by Friday June 5 between 10am-2pm, we will be giving out a meal combo voucher to all veterans. Includes brat or burger, chips and a soda/water.

St. James rummage sale runs from 8am-5pm Friday and 8am-2pm Saturday, June 6.