VFW Post 2953 - Charles Denby Post

VFW Post 2953 - Charles Denby Post Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 2953 Charles Denby Post There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them,and they were left to care for themselves.

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: Many arrived home wounded or sick. In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United S

tates. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000. Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans. Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010. Annually, the 2.1 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliary contribute more than 11 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. From providing over $3 million in college scholarships and savings bonds to students every year, to encouraging elevation of the Department of Veterans Affairs to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth!!!

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06/16/2026

VFW Auxiliary National President (2025-2026) Lois Callahan's June and July Message to Members

06/16/2026

VET TEC 2.0 is a new education benefit to gain tech skills for Veterans and active-duty service members. Check your eligibility, apply, and find a training provider using the Comparison tool! Visit: https://ow.ly/ClSB50Zc4Im

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06/15/2026

🇺🇸 Help inspire the next generation of leaders! Reminder: The VFW’s youth scholarship competitions are open for entries. If you know a high school or middle school student interested in college scholarships, cash prizes and other incentives, tell them about the VFW’s Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship competitions!

📅 Submission deadline: October 31, 2026

Learn more and apply: vfw.org/YouthScholarships

06/14/2026

Happy Birthday, U.S. Army. Today we celebrate 251 years of defending and protecting our nation’s freedom.

From Saratoga and Yorktown to mountains, deserts, and jungles across the globe, Army Veterans have made countless sacrifices to defend our nation. Your discipline, adaptability, and leadership have inspired us all. Thank you to generations of Army Veterans for your service and sacrifice.

06/14/2026

The VFW and its Auxiliary proudly congratulate the United States Army on 251 years of elite service, valor and sacrifice defending American liberty.

06/14/2026

On this Flag Day, we honor Old Glory and the generations of Americans who have defended the freedoms it represents. 🇺🇸

From the story behind the U.S. flag to the traditions and etiquette that guide its display, discover the history and customs that keep Old Glory flying proudly: vfw.org/Flag.

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