Veterans Day

Veterans eat free on Veterans Day at participating locations.

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Patriot's Pen

The deadline is approaching for students wanting to enter the writing competition. The deadline for entries is October 31st. See the attached application for more details. Contact your nearest VFW Post to submit or Marie Honeywell at (847) 507-5395.

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Voice Of Democracy

The deadline is approaching for students wanting to enter the writing competition. The deadline for entries is October 31st. See the attached application for more details. Contact your nearest VFW Post to submit or Marie Honeywell at (847) 507-5395.

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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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Tuesday Golf For Veterans

Looking for an excuse to get out of the house in the fresh air? NAVSTA Great Lakes has set aside times on Tuesdays for Veterans to enjoy golf. Tee times are required and some restrictions apply.

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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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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.
 
A statewide food drive is in effect.  Posts should review the information in the District Commander Notifications.
 
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.
 
Any businesses interested in advertising on this website please contact us.  The very affordable annual cost gives you a unique/editable web page and helps support our Veterans.
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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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Operation Christmas Cheer 2020

Donations are being accepted for this year's Operation Christmas Cheer. Help make the holidays a little better for our Veterans.

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Youth Program Competitions

Students can participate in a writing competition for local prizes and recognition. Winners can eventually get National recognition.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

Calling All Middle and High School Students

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - For students looking for scholarships to help lessen the financial burden college brings, it's not too late to ...

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Veterans Need Support Especially in a Pandemic

GEORGETOWN, Texas - Even in a pandemic, veteran...

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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.