Rio Grande Valley Memorial VFW Post 8788

Rio Grande Valley Memorial VFW Post 8788 Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 8788 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 nearly 2 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 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.

HAPPY FLAG DAY! 🇺🇲And HAPPY ARMY BIRTHDAY! 🎂🥳✨️The United States Army is older than our nation, today is 251 years old.
06/15/2026

HAPPY FLAG DAY! 🇺🇲
And HAPPY ARMY BIRTHDAY! 🎂🥳✨️
The United States Army is older than our nation, today is 251 years old.

HAPPY ARMY BIRTHDAY! 🥰❤️🇺🇲Great turn out and comradery going on at the post! Army wife Alicia Requenez is remembering h...
06/14/2026

HAPPY ARMY BIRTHDAY! 🥰❤️🇺🇲
Great turn out and comradery going on at the post! Army wife Alicia Requenez is remembering her husband, Vietnam veteran, Pete Requenez ❤️💕

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.

06/14/2026

Save the dates and join us in celebrating freedom, history, and the Veterans we proudly serve.

VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend invites Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors to our upcoming 4th of July, Freedom 250, and VHA 80-Year celebrations.

06/12/2026
We have two Honor Guard ceremonies today, these are some pictures from the first one.
06/11/2026

We have two Honor Guard ceremonies today, these are some pictures from the first one.

06/11/2026

Calling All Veterans!

The McAllen Heritage Center invites local veterans to participate in Veterans Then & Now 2026 on Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy a complimentary professional portrait session, receive a free 8x10 photograph, and share your story as we honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.

📍 McAllen Heritage Center
📞 RSVP: 956-687-1904

Never forget what it took to win against fascism
06/06/2026

Never forget what it took to win against fascism

06/03/2026

As the largest and oldest war veterans service organization, we have a long history of supporting service members, veterans, and their families. Learn more about us.

06/03/2026

The VFW marks PTSD Awareness Month by reminding veterans they are never alone, promoting vital lifelines, and fighting for expanded mental health care.

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4321 Pecan Boulevard
McAllen, TX
78501

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 4pm - 10pm
Sunday 4pm - 10pm

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(956) 631-0333

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