Western Prince William County VFW Post 12218

06/14/2026

This we will defend! Since 1775, America's Army has stood ready to protect the nation and its people and will fight to defend its values.
Happy birthday, US Army! 🫡

Today is also Flag Day.

06/13/2026

A Post member shared this at our meeting today. 100% of the net proceeds from this fundraiser go directly toward serving youth and supporting community programs in our local area through the Kiwanis.

Post Quartermaster is looking to preserve some in blueberry jam. 🤤

06/12/2026

A word from our Post Commander:

Comrades,
I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude and respect for our women Veterans. Your service to our nation reflects courage, sacrifice, and dedication that has helped and continue to shape and strengthen the VFW and our Nation.

Today, and every day, we honor the sacrifices you and your families have made. We recognize the barriers you helped break, the example you set for future generations, and the lasting impact you continue to have within our veteran community.

On behalf of VFW Post 12218, I want to thank you for your service, your leadership, and your continued commitment to supporting veterans and strengthening our community. I am proud to stand beside you as comrades and friends.

May you always know that your service is greatly appreciated, your sacrifices are remembered, and YOUR legacy inspires others to follow in your footsteps.

With sincere gratitude and respect,
Mike

06/12/2026

‼️ Action Alert‼️

Congress is considering legislation that would expand some veterans' programs by changing disability ratings for tinnitus and obstructive sleep apnea.

According to VA estimates, those changes could affect up to 1.5 million veterans and reduce disability compensation by approximately $57 billion over the next 10 years.

Veterans should not pay for veterans' benefits.

Take action today and tell Congress to Honor the Contract and protect earned disability compensation: https://votervoice.net/VFW/Campaigns/138035/Respond

06/12/2026

Happy Women Veterans’ Day.

On this day in military history back in 1948 The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act was signed. This year is particularly significant as it is the anniversary of that groundbreaking legislation for America’s military women, granting women a permanent place and an opportunity for a career in the nation’s military. June 12th is a special day designated to honor America’s military women, past and present.

https://womensmemorial.org

Ladies, please post your veteran photos below ⬇️

Here is our Post 12218 women veterans meeting up last night to celebrate! Thank you for your service, ladies!

06/12/2026

You may receive this letter from the VA. Free TSA Pre-Check!

NOTE! This letter is going out today or soon to potentially eligible veterans. The PROBLEM is the website shown in the letter has not been developed yet so expect a lot of questions and present the letter (Which will have your name on it) as directed.

Dear Veteran:

On January 4, 2025, the VETS (Veterans Expedited TSA Screening) Safe Travel Act (Public Law 118-238) was signed into law, which allows certain Veterans with severe service-connected disabilities to receive TSA PreCheck enrollment at no cost.

Under this law, a Veteran is eligible for free TSA PreCheck enrollment if they meet the following minimum requirements:

1) Are enrolled in the VA healthcare system;

2) Have a service-connected disability that resulted in the loss or loss of use of a limb, paralysis or partial paralysis, or permanent blindness; and

3) Require the use of a wheelchair, prosthetic limb, or other device to assist with mobility because of that service-connected disability.

Based on our records, you appear to meet eligibility requirements.

What’s Next:

If you wish to take advantage of this benefit, please visit https://www.tsa.gov/vetssafe for detailed instructions on completing your enrollment. You must provide a copy of this letter during the TSA PreCheck enrollment process.

Important:

In addition to meeting the minimum eligibility requirements under the above VETS Safe Travel Act, you must meet TSA’s standard citizenship and security requirements, including a background check. Veterans may be ineligible due to incomplete or false application information, certain violations of federal security regulations, or disqualifying criminal offenses and other factors. TSA shall waive the enrollment fee subject to availability of funds.

Please note that this letter is not a determination of entitlement for VA compensation or any other benefit under title 38 of the United States Code. TSA PreCheck VETS Safe is program of the Transportation Security Administration.

Additional Information:

For information about TSA PreCheck, visit https://www.tsa.gov/precheck or call 1866-289-9673.

For questions related to VETS Safe Travel Act eligibility, visit

https://www.va.gov/contact-us/ .

Thank you for your service. 🫡🇺🇸

06/11/2026

Call your Congressional representative today!

‼️ Action Alert‼️

Congress is considering legislation that would expand some veterans' programs by changing disability ratings for tinnitus and obstructive sleep apnea.

According to VA estimates, those changes could affect up to 1.5 million veterans and reduce disability compensation by approximately $57 billion over the next 10 years.

Veterans should not pay for veterans' benefits.

Take action today and tell Congress to Honor the Contract and protect earned disability compensation: https://votervoice.net/VFW/Campaigns/138035/Respond

06/09/2026

Observances and Anniversaries in June

🫂 National PTSD Awareness Month

👩‍🦳👩🏽‍🦳👩🏾‍🦳 June 12: Women Veterans Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of women in the U.S. military across all eras.

🫡 June 14: U.S. Army Birthday, celebrating the establishment of the Continental Army in 1775.

🇺🇸 June 14: Flag Day, commemorating the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by the Continental Congress in 1777.

🖤 June 27: National PTSD Awareness Day, dedicated to raising public awareness and understanding of post-traumatic stress disorder among veterans and active-duty service members.

06/09/2026

📣 June is National PTSD Awareness Month. Whether your experiences stem from combat, military sexual trauma (MST), training accidents, or the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, your invisible wounds are valid. Healing is not meant to be a solo mission, and reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

🫂 If you are carrying the weight of trauma, please know this community stands with you. You do not have to carry it alone.

☎️ And if you need immediate support, dial 988 and press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line. They are available 24/7.

~ from Women Veterans Alliance

06/09/2026

Gone but NEVER forgotten...💚