JOIN THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's
military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite
group. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the
Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the Global War on Terrorism or
peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have
made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
There are two qualifiers for membership in the VFW, and an individual must meet both in order to become a member.
1: Honorable Service – must have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and either received a discharge of Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) or be currently serving on active, reserve or guard duty.
2: Service in a war, campaign, or expedition on foreign soil or in hostile waters*. This can be proven by any of the following:
- An authorized campaign medal (see a full list of qualifying medals and badges)
- Receipt of Hostile Fire Pay or Imminent Danger Pay (verified by a military pay statement)
- Service in Korea for 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days
*This information is usually available through a veteran’s DD-214. If other information is needed or if a veteran’s DD-214 is not complete, they can contact the National Personnel Records Center online or at 314.801.0800 to request more information.
More detailed information on VFW eligibility can be accessed here.
If you are not eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars but you have a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, sibling, or spouse who would be eligible then you may apply for membership in the VFW Auxiliary. You can learn more at vfwauxiliary.org.
All we need is a copy of your Form DD214. Call our Quartermaster Mike Diaz or any member of our executive committee and they will sign you up.
To become one of the 'elite' contact a VFW Post near you, write us, call us, or email us but please contact us...
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
The VFW appreciates your service, and so do patriotic businesses
across the country. That's why we've teamed up to offer you -as a VFW
member- and your family discounted pricing on valuable merchandise and
services. It's just one more way we're able to say, "thank you" for all
you've done to protect our freedom!
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