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We Know What’s Important!
OUR MISSION
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
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OUR VISION
RESPECT
Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country.
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OUR CORE VALUES
MEMBERS FIRST
* Always put the interests of our members first.
* Treat donors as partners in our cause.
* Promote patriotism.
* Honor military service.
* Ensure the care of veterans and their families.
* Serve our communities.
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WHAT IS THE VFW?
VETERANS' SERVICE ORGANIZATION
The VFW is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, Guard and Reserve forces. Founded in 1899 and chartered by Congress in 1936, we are the nation's largest organization of war veterans and its oldest major veterans organization.
The Post is looking for volunteers to help with the July 4th Villa Park Parade. You can click on the link below and fill out our SignUp Genius form.
Commemorative Memorial Brick Program
Honor Your Veteran
Do you have a family member or friend who served their country and you want to honor them? Consider purchasing a memorial brick for the display at Cortesi Park with their name, branch of service and personal sentiments engraved on the brick. Just click on the picture to download the form. Bricks are $50 each and can accommodate 3 lines of text (18 characters per line). Deadline to order is August 1.
YOU CAN PURCHASE A BRICK BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK...EMAIL THE FORM BACK TO THE VFW
https://villaparkvfw.org/product/1019653
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