WELCOME TO SMITHFIELD VFW POST 8545

No one does more for veterans
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.
 

Poppy Drive

We will be conducting our annual poppy drive on November 8 and 9 at True Value, Cockeyed Rooster, and the 7-Eleven on Benns Church Blvd.  Our Jr Vice Commander, Chris Corizzo, will be sending out more information. 

Toys for Tots

The post is hosting a Toys For Tots Toy Drive this year and the box is located within the post home.  Come on out and give a new toy still in the package or one that still has the tag on it.  You can bring by your toys any time the post is open.  If you cannot make it to a normal opening, contact one of the post officers to arrange a drop off.   

Red Cross Blood Drive

For the VFW Day of Service next May, we are working with the Red Cross to host a blood drive.  The Red Cross is able to conduct a drive at our post home the week of May 5th. Before we can proceed with the planning, we need to provide at least 30 names of people who are interested in donating blood.  If you've ever donated blood or have been thinking about doing so, please add your name to our list. Anyone can put their name on the list.

Announcements

Poppy Drive
Our Annual Poppy Drive is this Friday and Saturday. 
 
Upcoming School Events:
Please check out the calendar for upcoming Veterans Day events at local schools
 
If you shop at Kroger, you can designate our post to receive donations.  

 


Post News

Important Info for Post8545 Members

Post Work Day Success

Toys for Tots

Post is hosting a Toys for Tots Toy Drive.

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Post 12218's First Change of Command

Western Prince William County Post 12218 will be conducting their first Change of Command Ceremony on June 8th, 1000 at Great Mane Brewery in Haymarket, VA. Come on out and support one of Virginia's newest Posts.

Vietnam Veterans - Welcome Home!

The United State of America Vietnam War Commemoration is holding a Welcome Home event at the National Mall in Washington DC on May 11th to 13th 2023.

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Announces National Initiative with the Grunt Style Foundation to Address Veterans' Mental Health Needs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is honored to partner with the Grunt Style Foundation, a nonprofit organizat...

VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) recognizes all service members and veterans of Indigenous heritage as we honor Nat...

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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.

Assistance & Benefits

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.

IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


There is a new cartoon everyday.

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