VFW Post 293 Eugene, OR

10/25/2026

Drop into the Coburg Road location on November 17th and help our auxiliary support local Veterans and Post 293!

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10/23/2026

In Remembrance of Beirut

in 1983, a terrorist bombing at the Marine Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, claimed the lives of 241 U.S. service members, including 220 Marines, serving as part of the Multinational Force in Lebanon.

On October 23, a su***de bomber drove a truck laden with explosives into the barracks where U.S. Marines were stationed on a peacekeeping mission. The attack devastated the building and became one of the deadliest days in Marine Corps History.

The Marines in Beirut were deployed to help restore peace and stability amid escalating violence in Lebanon. Despite the dangers they faced, they carried out their mission with courage, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to one another.

The Beirut bombing left a lasting mark on the and the nation. We remember the lost lives, honor the wounded and survivors, and recognize the families and loved ones who continue to carry the weight of that day. Their sacrifice remains woven into the legacy of every who has answered the call to serve.

Today, we pause to remember the 241 American service members who never made it home and honor their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty.

They came in peace. They will never be forgotten.

Semper Fidelis

✍ (U.S. Marine Corps Graphic by Lance Cpl. Aiyana Bridges)

10/19/2026

Nominate now: https://tinyurl.com/VFW293ToY

​🍎 Know an amazing Eugene teacher who goes above and beyond? Now is your chance to honor them! Nominate them for the VFW Teacher of the Year Award by October 31! 🏆✨

​The Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award recognizes exceptional K-12 educators who inspire civic responsibility, flag etiquette, and patriotism in our youth.

​What they can win:
💵 Cash prizes from Post, District, and State level plus a $1,000 national award for professional development.
🏫 $1,000 for their school!
✈️ An all-expenses-paid trip to the VFW National Convention.

​Who is eligible?
All current, certified/licensed teachers in grades K-5, 6-8, and 9-12. (They can be nominated by fellow teachers, supervisors, parents, students, or even themselves!)

​📍 How to Nominate:
Submit online (https://tinyurl.com/VFW293ToY), drop off, or send the nomination packet to our local Eugene VFW Post 293 by Saturday, October 31.

​📲 Need the nomination forms & entry guidelines? Comment below or send us a DM! Let's celebrate the incredible teachers making a difference right here in Eugene! 🇺🇸❤️

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10/18/2026

Today marks the 29th anniversary of the Military Women's Memorial dedication. 🇺🇸

We pause to honor the generations of trailblazing women who have worn the uniform and broken barriers for our country. From the historic milestones of Gen. Ann Dunwoody, Capt. Kristen Griest, and 1st Lt. Shaye Haver, to the daily sacrifices of our sister veterans everywhere—your legacy of courage makes our military stronger.

Eugene VFW Post 293 salutes your strength and service. Thank you to all the women who have defended our nation! 🦅

Military Women's Memorial

10/17/2026

🚨 Eugene middle & high schoolers! The clock is ticking—submissions for VFW National Headquarters youth scholarships are due by midnight on October 31! ⏰🇺🇸

​Take on this year’s theme, "What a Veteran Taught Me About America," and compete for major scholarship awards:

​✍️ GRADES 6–8 (Patriot’s Pen): 300-400 word written essay. Win your share of local & national awards (up to $5,000)!

🎙️ GRADES 9–12 (Voice of Democracy): 3-5 minute audio essay. National scholarships up to $35,000!

​📍 How to enter: Send your completed entry to your local Eugene VFW Post VFW Post 293 Eugene, OR by Saturday, October 31.

​📲 Drop a DM or comment below for official entry forms & rules. Let’s get those submissions in, Eugene! 🎓✨

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10/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!!!

10/10/2026

Last night we honored our "old-timers" with the presentation of continuous membership pins to members who have been continuous members of VFW Post 293.

The pins are awarded in increments of five years. The auxiliary also recognized its members who had crossed the 25-year membership mark.

The VFW Continuous Membership Lapel Pin is not an ordinary decoration. Each pin measures one-half inch, rendered in polished metal and rich enamel, secured with a single clutch. At its core rests the Cross of Malta—an eight-pointed crusader's emblem dating back nearly a thousand years. The eight points represent the beatitudes of chivalric virtue: loyalty, piety, courage, generosity, honor, contempt of death, helpfulness, and reverence for God.

Superimposed upon this ancient cross are the sun’s rays, signifying our enduring mission, centered by the Great Seal of our beloved United States. Emblazoned beneath the emblem, a bold colored ribbon bears the specific number of years our comrade has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In accordance with VFW ritual, a comrade wears only the pin bearing their highest continuous milestone—a badge earned not in a single day, but through years of unbroken commitment.

The VFW Auxiliary Continuous Membership pin features the official VFW Auxiliary Emblem, beautifully rendered in vibrant red, white, and blue enamel and set against a radiant, gold-tone finish. More than just an ornament, the colors and seal represent our unyielding allegiance to the United States and our shared regular duty to those who served. Prominently displayed on the pin is the milestone marker, symbolizing the number of years of continuous, unbroken service and dedication to the Auxiliary.

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10/07/2026

Less than 30 days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, America responded and the Afghanistan War began. Today marks that anniversary.

Today marks 25 years since the Afghanistan War began. Let us pause to remember the courage of all who bravely served and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

10/03/2026

On the anniversary of the Battle of Mogadishu we remember the selfless service and sacrifice of Master Sergeant Gordon and Sergeant First Class Shughart. Both posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.