Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

Learn the warning signs of predatory Claim Shark practices and protect the VA benefits and compensation you’ve earned! #DontFeedTheSharks

VFW and Auxiliary leaders are on the move! As they prepare for key diplomatic meetings, troop visits and DPAA site inspections, their mission remains clear: advocate for veterans, support our service members and honor the fallen. Read more about their upcoming trip. #FORVETERANS

“The VFW continues to lead the charge against unaccredited, unscrupulous actors we call Claim Sharks who charge service members, veterans, and survivors illegal fees. Our resolutions urge Congress to pass legislation that protect VA beneficiaries from predatory companies and individuals attempting to bypass the VA accreditation system and monetize the disability or death benefits of veterans and surviving families.” – VFW National Legislative Service Director Pat Murray from his testimony before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs hearing on the disagreement about fees for services rendered in the preparation of initial and supplemental claims for veterans’ benefits. #DontFeedTheSharks #VFWDC2025 Read the testimony: https://lnkd.in/gTqa2eDa or watch the hearing: https://lnkd.in/gteku-K2

During his recent testimony at a special joint hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs, VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt was asked “How important is toxic exposure to the VFW?” The answer is simple.

We honor all those who have chosen service over self. Not just today, but every day: #RememberEveryoneDeployed.

Continue to celebrate your Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen participants and winners with merch from the VFW Store! #shopVFW to find the perfect mementos. Need assistance ordering? Call the VFW Member Service Center at 1.833.VFW.VETS (1.833.839.8387) for help. https://lnkd.in/gvVBdxHm

#TBT The VFW presented its 2025 Congressional Award to Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-3) for his outstanding service and years of unwavering support of veterans, service members, their families and survivors. Accepting his award, Van Orden said, “No one is going to take care of us but us. Notice, I didn’t say Republican or Democrat. Sixty-nine percent of my legislation is bipartisan, because if it makes sense I do it, and if it doesn’t I don’t. And we need more of that here.” #VFWDC2025

Another Congratulations is in order to the VFW, Department of California on being awarded the 2024-2025 VFW National Legislative Service Award during this year’s VFW Washington Conference! We commend its members for their quality reporting of legislative activity, advocacy actions and accomplishments! #VFWDC2025 #StillServing #FORVETERANS

Calling all middle and high school students: The VFW is now accepting entries for its 2025-2026 Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen patriotic essay contests. #VoiceofDemocracy #PatriotsPen

#ICYMI “On behalf of the VFW, we’re grateful to Senator Ossoff for his partnership in working to strengthen services for veterans in Georgia and across our great Nation, and I look forward to our continued work with him and his office to ensure those who served have access to the benefits they have earned and deserve.” – Fellow Georgian and VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt #VFWDC2025 https://lnkd.in/gUBx9Any