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Welcome to the Dept. of Florida VFW

The Veterans of Foreign Wars was originally founded in 1899 as the American Veterans of Foreign Service, the VFW continues to be a voice for veterans, currently deployed members of our Armed Forces and their families.

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VFW Dept. of Florida Patriots Pen Student won 3rd

The VFW Department of Florida is proud to announce one of our Florida Students won 3rd Place at the VFW National Conference. Rei Borges, and 8th grade Student from Gulf Breeze. We are so proud of her. Congratulations! Congratulations to all the students for their love of our country and taking part in the VFW Department of Florida Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen contest.

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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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Program Reporting

Remember that Programs keep your VFW Post viable in the community and play a big part in keeping your Post, District and Department strong and a part of our great National Organization. Programs also assure that you retain your tax exempt status. Click link to get started.

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Buddy Poppies

"IN FLANDERS FIELDS THE POPPIES BLOW..." These opening words of Col. John McCrae's immortal poem are known to every child in the United States. Dedicated to the memory of the men who fought and died in France during World War I, the Poppies of which he wrote have become the true symbol of all those who have given their lives in our nation's wars.

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2019-2020 Department of Florida Officers

VFW Department of Florida is proud to present our Department Officers.

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National Home

The VFW National Home for Children was founded in 1925 in Eaton Rapids, Michigan as a place where families left behind by war could remain together.

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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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Veterans Day History

Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938.

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DUTY, HONOR, COUNTRY.

Those three words reverently dictate what you can be, what you will be. ~ Douglas MacArthur

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WELCOME TO VFW DEPARTMENT OF FLORIDA

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

 

"IMPORTANT MESSAGE”

DUE TO THE WORLD-WIDE  PANDEMIC

THE DEPARTMENT OF FLORIDA

STATE CONVENTION

FOR JUNE 2020

HAS BEEN CANCELLED

ONCE WE KNOW AN

ALTERNATIVE PLAN WE

WILL PUT IT OUT

 

YOU DO NOT NEED TO CONTACT THE HOTEL.

THEY ARE CANCELLING ALL RESERVATIONS FOR US!

 

STAND-BY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION & GUIDANCE AS WE RECEIVE IT. 
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 MESSAGE FROM OUR STATE COMMANDER TONY PURDY

 


Memorial Day message from State Commander Purdy

 

Comrades, Sisters and Brothers let us never


forget the Men and Women that served our


Country with honor and courage to make

 

America what it is today.


Always remember we honor the ones we

have lost each and every day through those

of us still living.

 

Our Country is in another crisis right now

 

with the COVERT-19 Pandemic but like


every other battle we will as a Country win


this one and continue to be strong as one


Nation under God.

Please enjoy your loved ones and be safe this weekend. Continue to follow the Governors guidance.

God bless each and every one of you and may God bless America

 

 


 


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Greetings Comrades


VISION FOR THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS 


We will strive to ensure veterans are respected for their service, receive their earned entitlements and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country. And to ensure their children spouse, orphans and widows are taken care of this year, our special project is  the Florida cottage in Eaton Rapids MI at  the VFW National home for Children. The home is where families left behind by war can remain together, keeping the family circle intact even when the  serviceman or women did not come home


MISSION STATEMENT


To leverage values of Commitment, Excellence, Integrity, and Selfless Service to strengthen our dedication of advocating for our veterans.

 

Together We Can!!!


Tony H. Purdy

State Commander, Department of Florida VFW

2019-2020


STATE ADJUTANT QUARTERMASTER MESSAGE 


Comrades, it is now time to work our membership list and work them hard and fast.

 

We have a goal of reaching 100+ % by May 31, 2020 and we will make that happen. 


Make those phone calls now, Go and knock on the doors of our members you haven't seen and ask how they are doing. See if they need any help because we all know Veterans are very proud people and will not ask for help. 


 Sometimes all it takes is showing them some love and that we care. If they confide in you that they need help use your relief fund. That is what it is there for. 


We can do this Florida, WHY, because we are Second to None and once again this year we will get our Department to 100 + % 

Commanders at all levels please get out there and continue to send the most important message we have.

 

Veterans of Foreign Wars 

 

NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS!

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Statewide News

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JOIN THE VFW FLORIDA

MEMBERSHIP OF THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS HAS SO MANY BENEFITS. JOIN THE VFW FLORIDA NOW!

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To Make a Donation to the VFW Department of Florida

Help America's veterans by making a generous donation to the VFW. Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed. Find out more ways to help America's veterans.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Stands for Equality Condemns Vandalism of WWII Memorial

WASHINGTON - In the wake of the nationwide protests centered around the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the Veterans of Fore...

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VFW Pays Its Respects to the Fallen During Memorial Day

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - In recognition of Memorial Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) honors the legacy of the men and women who s...

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OUR MISSION


Our mission is very simple. We foster camaraderie among United States veterans of conflicts overseas, we serve our veterans, the military, and the communities, and we advocate on behalf of all veterans. We ensure that veterans are respected for their service, receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for their sacrifices that they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country.
Our core values are to put the interests of our members first, to treat donors as partners in our cause. We promote patriotism, honor military service, and ensure the care of veterans and their families, and serve in our communities. We always promote a positive image of the VFW and respect the diversity of veteran opinions.