#StillServing: The VFW Podcast

#StillServing: The VFW Podcast is a new show for veterans, by veterans. The VFW is in the midst of a paradigm shift and it’s an exciting time to be a part of this transformational change within our organization. As our newest communication platform, #Still Serving: The VFW Podcast will highlight critical issues, challenges and legislation affecting veterans, service members and military families worldwide.

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May is Military Appreciation Month

Paying it forward during Military Appreciation Month with Operation Gratitude and BSF

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Voice of Democracy Program

The 2021-22 theme is: America: Where Do We Go From Here?

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Tax Prep Help

Free and discounted tax preparations services are available for military.

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Vaccine Info

Veterans can stay informed and sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Operation Christmas Cheer

Thanks to everyone who made the 53rd Annual Operation Christmas Cheer a success. 200 gift packages were delivered to Veterans at VA hospitals and Thrive of Lake County, IL.

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POW/MIA TABLE

Ceremonies are held periodically to remember those who never returned and whose fate is unknown. The symbolic table is also a constant reminder so we never forget.

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Honor Flight #17

If you are interested in attending, sponsoring, or donating, Lake County Honor Flight creates memorable experiences for our Veterans.

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VAC News

If you have an email, sign up for the Veterans Assistance Commission News. The news contains a lot of information and helpful links for Veterans. Use the link below to sign up.

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Veteran Outreach

Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period, there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help.

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Membership

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.

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VFW WEBSITE SOLUTION PROGRAM

Designed to help grow you membership, this FREE Website that is Synced with National, for your Post / District* / Department, is chock full of tools that are easy to use.

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WELCOME TO IL - DISTRICT 5

Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment


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 war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

Announcements

The May District 5 meeting will be held at the Fox River (McHenry) Post 4600 on Saturday, 22 May 2021 at 9 am.   This will be an in-person meeting with an additional Zoom setup.  Zoom details will follow.

 

 

May is Military Appreciation Month.

 

Members should login to the "Members Only" section to find additional information.  If you are having issues logging in, contact the webmaster at Dist5Webmaster@gmail.com for assistance.

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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.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

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Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

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District News

Important Info for District 5 Members

Spring Frolic

This year's Spring Frolic will be held in Winthrop Harbor.

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Call To Action

The Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery needs our attention.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

Ace Hardware Honors Fallen Heroes with 1 Million American Flags

OAK BROOK, Ill. - Ace Hardware is collaborating with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) once again this year to honor the brave me...

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VFW National Convention Update II

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Yesterday, the VFW National Council of Administration voted on and approved the decision to execute a business ...

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OUR MISSION

That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies.