VFW Post #3999

10/08/2025

We now have pin ball machine. A KISS pinball machine KISS

06/30/2025

06/29/2025

If you or a veteran you know is struggling, please call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 for help!
*Share if a veteran in need can reach out to you*

06/28/2025

VFW Urges Vets to Prioritize Mental Health During PTSD Awareness Month and Beyond
To veterans and anyone suffering, you are not alone … and you don't have to carry this burden by yourself
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As June marks PTSD Awareness Month, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is renewing its commitment to destigmatizing mental health challenges and encouraging all veterans to seek the support they need. The VFW stresses the critical importance of mental well-being, knowing when to ask for help and the unique healing power of connecting with and relying on fellow veterans.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a real and often debilitating condition that can affect anyone who has experienced trauma, and it is particularly prevalent among those who have served in combat zones or endured other traumatic military experiences. Data shows that veterans experience PTSD at a higher rate than their civilian counterparts.
While the wounds of war are not always visible, their impact on veterans’ lives and the lives of their families can be profound. PTSD displays different for each person, with some experiencing intrusive memories, nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance behaviors or changes in mood and thinking.
The societal stigmas surrounding mental health, including within in the military and veteran community, have made it difficult for many to admit they're struggling. This June, the VFW reminds veterans that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Navigating the complexities of PTSD and other mental health conditions can be a challenging and isolating journey, which is why connecting with brothers and sisters-in-arms who share similar experiences can be incredibly powerful. Within the VFW's nearly 6,000 Posts worldwide, veterans find safe spaces where they can share experiences without judgement, speak freely and receive authentic camaraderie.
*More on this at VFW.org*

06/21/2025

We do this daily, and we always do it for free.
VFW's National Veterans Service helped veterans recover more than $14.6 billion in VA benefits last year.
VFWs National Veterans Service an its network of more than 2,000 service officers worldwide reached a new record last year, helping veterans recover $14.62 billion in 2024.
Since its inception 123 years ago, National Veterans Service has assisted veterans and their families in filing VA disability claims and securing earned benefits at no cost. Today, VFW service officers represent more than 590,500 Veterans.
*More on this at VFW Magazine*

06/15/2025

Happy Fathers Day to all the fathers out there! Come have a drink with us!

06/14/2025

VFW Honors LGBTQ Veterans’ Service to Nation
The VFW takes the opportunity to recognize LGBTQ veterans for their service to the nation
WASHINGTON — June is Pride Month, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) stands with our fellow Americans honoring the invaluable contributions and sacrifices of all who have served our nation, including le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender and q***r (LGBTQ) veterans.
It is estimated that there are a little more than 1 million LGBTQ veterans in the United States. They are among us, counted with us and are one of the less than 1% of us who serve or have served our great nation. Our veterans, regardless of their background or identity, have stepped forward to protect our country, bravely defending the freedoms we all cherish. Their dedication, courage and selfless commitment are foundational to our nation's strength and security.
*More on this at VFW.Org