Essay Program

Congratulations to our local participants that got recognized with the Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen competitions. Thanks to all for your participation.

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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

FHCC is now reserving appointments for the flu shot to be administered starting October 5th. Call (224) 610-7783 to make an appointment.  Walk-ins are not currently supported.  Other options are to contact the nearest CVS, Walmart or Costco, this year's partners for Veteran flu shots.
 
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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VA COVID-19 Vaccine Plans

The VA announces the initial plan to vaccinate Veterans.

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Vietnam Memories

A unique perspective of Vietnam.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

Post of the Month Launches to Showcase How Posts Are #StillServing

The VFW is proud to honor all veterans who are #StillServing, and it's especially meaningful to see the ways Posts have provided much needed assist...

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VFW Announces Annual Publications Contest

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is now accepting submissions for its 2021 National Publications Contest. VFW...

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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.