National Sons of Amvets

03/27/2026

Join the AMVETS Family to celebrate the accomplishments of AMVETS National Commander and AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary President.

03/08/2026

This past week, the Sons of AMVETS and the AMVETS family walked the halls of Congress advocating for veterans' issues. The full details of the top legislative priorities can be found at https://sonsofamvets.org/2026_LAW_Priorities. Through the efforts of our legislative committee, this information was presented to every congressional office. We encourage you to contact your congressman and senators and request their support for the AMVETS priorities presented on March 4th and 5th.

02/06/2026

National Legislative Director Brown, Justin and Danielle from the Nimitz Group and the National AMVETS team did forward the 2026 LAW priorities. Below is the link to the 2026 LAW priorities web page on the National Sons of AMVETS web site. Sons of AMVETS for review. The hotel information, bus schedule and Sons of AMVET NEC meeting schedule is at the bottom of the page.

2026 Legislative Priorities As part of AMVETS’ Legislative Advocacy Week (LAW), we would like to share this list of our top priorities for legislative action this year. Additional information on each of the priorities can be found by expanding each priority in the list below. A printable versi.....

12/25/2025

“Christmas is not a myth, not a tradition, not a dream - it is a glorious reality.” Reverand Billy Graham

On behalf of the over 22,000 Sons of AMVETS nationwide I would like to extend Merry Christmas to everyone in the AMVETS family and all our friends. As you gather with loved ones, may you experience this Christmas with the eyes of a child and feel the wonder of love and joy the season has to offer.

For the men and women in active duty, may the glorious Christmas message of peace and love fill your hearts. May God provide you a personal Christmas Star to guide you safely home and into the warm embrace of your family.

This special day in the history of mankind recalls the words of President Ronald Reagan in 1981. “On Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Christ with prayer, feasting, and great merriment. But, most of all, we experience it in our hearts. For more than just a day Christmas is a state of mind. It is found throughout the year whenever faith overcomes doubt, hope conquers despair, and love triumphs over hate. It is present when men of any creed bring love and understanding to the hearts of their fellow man. The feeling is seen in the wondrous faces of children and in the hopeful eyes of the aged. It overflows the hearts of cheerful givers and the souls.”
Have a safe and Merry Christmas.

With warmest regards,

Patrick Holcombe
Commander
National Sons of AMVETS

12/25/2025

The National Sons of AMVETS, Commander Holcombe and the National Officers wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas. May your hearts be warmed by the love of family and friends. Take a moment to pause and remember those deployed around the globe making our Christmas morning safe. We are forever grateful for their sacrifice and the years of service given by our veterans. Merry Christmas to all
Commander Holcombe

11/26/2025

11/26/2025

Greetings,

Thanksgiving is a meaningful occasion for everyone to pause from their normal daily routines and express humble appreciation to our Creator for the bounty that we, as Americans, are fortunate to enjoy. On behalf of the Sons of AMVETS nationwide, I would like to extend heartfelt wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to every member of the AMVETS family and our friends.

Thanksgiving also serves as a time for reflection. One hundred and sixty-two years ago, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a National Day of Thanksgiving. Even during the difficult days of the Civil War, Thanksgiving Day provided an opportunity to show gratitude for our blessings, especially for the sacrifices made by those serving in our military.

Then as now, we remain indebted to every man and woman of our armed forces who have stood watch to protect our liberty and freedom. To all those currently deployed, please know that the Sons of AMVETS across the country, along with all Americans, will be thinking of you as they gather around the Thanksgiving table and will be praying for your safe return. To the families at home who sacrifice on behalf of their loved ones in service, we offer our heartfelt thanks.

God bless and Happy Thanksgiving.

Patrick Holcombe
Commander
National Sons of AMVETS

08/24/2025

We are proud to announce that Past National Commander Bobby Bryant has made an incredible donation of $27,000 to The Taylor Foundation.

This generous gift will go a long way in supporting veterans and their families, continuing our mission of service and dedication to those who served our nation.
The Taylor Foundation mission is to work with organizations supporting our veterans and their family through the challenges of post traumatic stress.

👏 Please join us in thanking Bobby Bryant for his leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to our veteran community.

Wow! We are humbled and stoked to share that yesterday we received a $27,000 donation from the National Sons of AMVETS Commander, Bobby Bryant, who raised these funds through a series of personal fundraisers.

Champions like Bobby make the magic happen, and this life changing contribution will absolutely be reinvested into keeping our heroes alive and mentally healthy.

Thank you Bobby.
You’re the real rockstar this week!

08/07/2025

1782 Commander of the Continental Army, George Washington, creates two Honorary Badges of Distinction and a Badge of Military Merit (now the Purple Heart). First time military awards are presented to common soldiers.
From On this day in history

💜 On , AMVETS honors the brave service members who were wounded and those who lost their lives in combat. Their sacrifice is a solemn reminder of the true cost of service.

Behind every Purple Heart is a story of strength, courage, and unwavering commitment to something larger than oneself.

At AMVETS, we remain dedicated to ensuring these heroes are never forgotten and that their families, their service, and their legacy is treated with the honor they deserve.

To every Purple Heart recipient: We see you. We thank you. We remember. 🇺🇸