VFW Auxiliary Rushmore Post #1273

10/17/2026

Here is a scholarship opportunity for Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12.
Please contact any Auxiliary member if you are in need of assistance with the website or have questions.
You can contact the Auxiliary Scholarship Chairman directly by calling Mickayla at 605-517-0288.
Deadline is October 31st!!

10/01/2026

Here are the post activities for the Month of October!

09/26/2026

Post Quartermaster and Dept Jr Vice Katherine Pyka taking one for the team...and raising money for our events.

09/26/2026

This is great to get what our organization does out to the community.

South Dakota's VFW is in Rapid City this week for its Fall Conference — and the commander says the real mission is finding veterans who've fallen through the cracks. More at the link in the comments.🎖️

09/20/2026

VFW Post and Auxiliary at Main Street Square Pumpkin Fest.

09/12/2026

A Note from President Connie: I would like to invite you all to attend the upcoming Auxiliary meeting 1:00 p.m. Saturday Sept. 12th at the Post home.420 Main Street, Rapid City, SD. District 10 Auxiliary President Toni Huber will be attending. The Post opens at 11:00 a.m. if you wish to dine from their restaurant prior to the meeting. There will be refreshments after the meeting.

08/29/2026

08/20/2026

✍️ Calling All Middle School Students! 🇺🇸

Could your words earn you a scholarship?

Rushmore VFW Post 1273 is proud to sponsor the 2026-2027 Patriot's Pen Essay Competition!

📖 This year's theme:
"What a Veteran Taught Me About America"

Students in grades 6-8 are invited to write a 300-400 word essay for a chance to earn scholarships while honoring the sacrifices and service of America's veterans.

🏆 Scholarship Opportunities Include:
🇺🇸 $300 awarded to our Post 1273 First Place Winner
🥇 Additional cash awards at the District and State levels
⭐ The South Dakota State Champion advances to the VFW National Competition, where the 1st Place winner receives a $5,000 scholarship!

📅 Entry Deadline: October 31, 2026

This competition is a wonderful opportunity for students to improve their writing skills, reflect on the values of patriotism and service, and compete for scholarship awards that can help shape their future.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:
https://bit.ly/44hcyHU

Questions?
📞 (605) 342-9804
📧 [email protected]

📚 Teachers, parents, counselors, and school administrators: Please share this opportunity with your middle school students. One essay could lead to scholarships, statewide recognition, and a chance to represent South Dakota on the national stage!

08/08/2026

It's today!!!

08/07/2026