VFW post 8116

09/06/2026

08/30/2026

Voice of Democracy (Audio-Essay Contest)
• Who can enter: High school students in grades 9 through 12 (including homeschoolers).
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• The task: Record an original 3-to-5 minute audio essay and submit it with a typed essay and entry form.
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• The 2026–2027 theme: “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.”
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• Top prizes: The national first-place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship. State-level first-place winners receive at least $1,000 plus an all-expense-paid trip to Valley Forge. [1 (https://vfwauxwa.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=137913), 2 (https://vfw2498.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=156563), 3 (https://vfw-org-hqagarhxahbybyd9.z01.azurefd.net/-/media/VFWSite/Files/Community/Youth-and-Education/Voice-of-Democracy-Entry-Form-Fillable.pdf?la=en&v=1&d=20260410T233747Z), 4 (https://vfwar.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=79991), 5 (https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships)]
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Patriot's Pen (Youth Essay Contest)
• Who can enter: Students in grades 6 through 8.
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• The task: Write a 300- to 400-word patriotic essay.
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• The 2026–2027 theme: “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.”
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• Top prizes: The national first-place winner receives $5,000, and every state first-place winner gets a minimum of $500. [1 (https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships)]
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If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $30,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you.

08/08/2026

Thank you to all who supported our first Friday Scholarship fundraiser!!

08/06/2026

Join us for our First Friday Scholarship Drive on Friday, August 7, at 6:30 PM as we come together for an evening of fun, fellowship, and giving back to our youth.

We’ll have several opportunities to support our scholarship programs, including:

* 🥃 Liquor Basket Raffle – Win a basket valued at approximately $250! Raffle tickets are $20 each, and the winning ticket will be drawn at the end of the month.
* 💰 50/50 Drawing – Take a chance to win while supporting a great cause.
* ❤️ Donation Bucket – Additional contributions of any amount are greatly

07/22/2026

💰🎉 SHOW ME THE MONEY! 🎉💰
Think you've got what it takes to win? Come join us for Show Me the Money—it's just like BINGO... with a fun twist! Expect laughs, excitement, and chances to take home some cash prizes!
🎲 Play. Laugh. Win.
🎤 Then don't leave just yet... Right after the game, we'll turn up the fun with Karaoke Night! Grab the mic, sing your favorite songs, and enjoy a night full of great music, good vibes, and even better company.
Bring your friends, bring your lucky charm, and come ready for an unforgettable evening!
💵 Show Me the Money... then Show Us Your Talent! 🎶✨
Get here by 730 to get your seats!

07/22/2026

💙 Want to help? Here's how you can make a difference: 🎒 Donate school supplies 💵 Make a monetary donation 🤝 Volunteer your time 📣 Share this post with your family and friends
Every pencil, backpack, notebook, and act of kindness helps a child begin the school year on the right foot.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible community, sponsors, donors, and volunteers. Your generosity and continued support allow us to serve families and invest in the future of our scholars.
Together, we're not just preparing students for school—we're building brighter futures.

07/06/2026

📚🎒 Our 4th Annual Back-to-School Party is Almost Here! 🎒📚

For four years, Sisters Inspiring Systers Inc. has been committed to helping students start the school year with confidence by providing school supplies, encouragement, and support to families in our community.

This year, we need YOUR help to make an even greater impact!

✨ We're seeking:

💙 Event Sponsors

🎒 School Supply Donations

🧼 Hygiene Item Donations

🙋 Volunteers to help on the day of the event

💵 Monetary Donations to support the program

Every backpack, notebook, pencil, and dollar donated helps prepare a child for success in the classroom.

Here's how you can help:✔️ Sponsor our event✔️ Donate school supplies or hygiene items✔️ Make a monetary contribution✔️ Volunteer your time

Together, we can invest in our children's future and show them that our community believes in their dreams.

Thank you for your continued love, generosity, and support. We couldn't do this without you!

❤️ Systers StrongSisters Inspiring Systers Inc.

06/29/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-School Supply Drive ✏️📚

As a new school year approaches, let’s come together to help prepare our students for success! A Back-to-School Donation Box is now located at the VFW for anyone who would like to support the educational journey of our children.

School Supplies Needed (Kindergarten–High School):

* Backpacks
* Wide-ruled & college-ruled notebook paper
* Composition notebooks
* Spiral notebooks
* Folders with pockets
* 3-ring binders
* Binder dividers
* Pencils
* Pens (blue, black, and red)
* Crayons
* Colored pencils
* Markers
* Highlighters
* Dry-erase markers
* Pencil boxes & pouches
* Erasers
* Pencil sharpeners
* Glue sticks
* Bottled glue
* Child-safe scissors
* Rulers
* Index cards
* Calculators (middle & high school)
* Graph paper
* USB flash drives
* Headphones or earbuds
* Tissues
* Disinfecting wipes
* Hand sanitizer

Hygiene Items Needed:

* Toothbrushes
* Toothpaste
* Dental floss
* Mouthwash
* Deodorant (men’s & women’s)
* Soap or body wash
* Shampoo
* Conditioner
* Lotion
* Combs & brushes
* Hair ties
* Feminine hygiene products (pads & tampons)
* Baby wipes
* Facial tissues
* Lip balm
* Washcloths
* Reusable water bottles

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Together, we can help ensure every child starts the school year feeling confident, prepared, and ready to learn.

Thank you in advance for your continued generosity, support, and commitment to our children and our community. Together, we are investing in their future—one backpack, one notebook, and one act of kindness at a time. ❤️📚
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06/28/2026

Good Morning, VFW Family! 🇺🇸
Happy Sunday! As we welcome this new day, let us pause to thank God for the freedoms we enjoy and the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect them.
May today bring you peace, rest, and time with those you love. Let us continue to honor our veterans not only with words, but through our actions—serving our communities, supporting one another, and never forgetting those who gave so much.
Wishing our VFW family strength, hope, and many blessings for the week ahead. Together, we continue the mission of service, remembrance, and unity.
Have a blessed Sunday! ❤️🤍💙
"Freedom is never free. Thank you to every veteran and military family for your sacrifice." 🇺🇸

06/19/2026

✨❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚✨
Today we honor the strength, resilience, and perseverance of those who came before us. Juneteenth is more than a celebration of freedom—it is a reminder of the sacrifices made, the progress achieved, and the work that still lies ahead.
As we gather with family, friends, and community, let us reflect on our history, celebrate our culture, and continue building a future rooted in unity, justice, and opportunity for all.
May we walk proudly in the footsteps of our ancestors, carrying their courage, wisdom, and dreams forward. Their legacy lives within us, and their triumphs inspire generations to come.
"Freedom is not only a celebration of the past but a commitment to the future."
Happy Juneteenth! May we continue to rise, thrive, and shine together. ✨