POW/MIA Recognition Day

POW/MIA Recognition Day honors the commitments and the sacrifices made by our nation's prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action. It's observed annually on the third Friday of September. All Posts are encouraged to host a POW-MIA Program.

Youth Scholarships

Voice of Democracy is for high school students in grades 9th-12th. Patriot's Pen is for students in grades 6th-8th. Both essays give students a unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-theme chosen for the year. For more information please visit www.vfw.org/community

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Youth Essay Deadline

2025-2026 YOUTH ESSAY THEMES FOR PATRIOT'S PEN AND VOICE OF DEMOCRACY: “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” VOD & PATRIOT'S PEN ESSAYS ARE DUE TO THE POST BY OCTOBER 31ST!

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Veterans Day

"We don't know them all, but we owe them all" Be sure to THANK A VETERAN on November 11th!

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Mid Winter Conference

2026 Mid Winter Conference is January 22-25, 2026 at the Bentley Inn Alexandria, LA!

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LDVA Guide To Veterans Benefits

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