Buddy Poppies

Buddy Poppy Drive April 5th. Click below to find out more.

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BUZZ Talks

Buzz Talks with Jim Thaxter every month at the Columbia Urban Farms

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Military Mornings

Military Morning is held every second Wednesday, March through November, 7:30-8:30, at Truman's Bar & Grill.

Weds April 9th, 20257:30 to 8:30

Next Meeting

Meeting will be held at the American Legion Post starting at 6PM. Nomination of officers is topic of discussion.

April 14th, 2025

7th Annual Poker Run

VFW Post 280 is hosting their 7th Annual Poker Run

May 10th, 2025

NEW Members

To become one of the 'elite' contact VFW Post 280 by clicking below:

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Donations Accepted

Consider donating to the Boone County VFW Post 280 Relief Fund.

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Voice of Democracy & Patriot's Pen

VFW Launches 79th Annual Youth Scholarship Contests

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WELCOME TO BOONE COUNTY VFW POST 280

No One Does More for Veterans
 

Welcome to Boone County VFW Post 280

At Boone County VFW Post 280, we proudly serve as a cornerstone of camaraderie, service, and remembrance in our community. We are dedicated to honoring the legacy of all veterans who have sacrificed in service to our nation.

 

Whether you're a veteran seeking fellowship, a community member looking to support our mission, or simply exploring more about us, you'll find a home here. From honoring those who served to actively giving back, our Post thrives as a hub for fostering unity and traditions.

We invite you to explore our website to learn about our programs, events, and how we continue to make a difference. Thank you for joining us in celebrating, remembering, and building a stronger community together.

Welcome to our family – where service, sacrifice, and patriotism are honored every day.

  

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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.
 
 

Commander's Corner

Commander Ed Miller

Meet the Commander: A Dedicated Leader for Our Veterans

We are honored to introduce Commander Edward (Ed) Miller, the distinguished Commander of our Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 280.  With a steadfast commitment to service, Commander Miller brings a wealth of experience and dedication to our VFW community. A veteran of the Marine Corps, they have a profound understanding of the sacrifices made by our nation's heroes and a deep passion for advocating on their behalf.

Under Commander Miller's leadership, our post continues to uphold the VFW's mission of supporting veterans and their families through camaraderie, service, and advocacy. Their vision and dedication ensure that our post remains a beacon of support and a place where veterans can find fellowship and assistance.

Join us in supporting Commander Miller and in continuing our collective mission to honor and support those who have bravely served our country.

Buddy Poppies

Buddy Poppy Drive April 5th.  Click below to find out more:
 


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VFW Post 280 Auxiliary

Auxiliary

Dedicated to serving veterans, military families, and communities. Join us in making a difference through support, advocacy, and camaraderie.

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VFW Post 280 Riders Group

Riders Group

Riding with pride and purpose. Our group of veterans and motorcycle enthusiasts support veteran causes and foster camaraderie through community event

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VFW Post 280 Honor Guard

Honor Guard

Our VFW Honor Guard proudly serves at ceremonies and events, paying tribute to veterans and their families.
 

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Veterans Urban Farm

Crystal Wiggins

Mark and Carol Stevenson’s Veterans Urban Farm is a place for Veterans to benefit from the therapeutic, vocational, and recreational aspects of horticulture in a supportive, community-centered environment.

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American Legion Post 202

Legion Post 202

Herbert Williams American Legion Post 202 is located in Columbia, Missouri. It is a veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness.
 

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Veterans Outdoor Therapy

VOT

Veteran’s Outdoor Therapy strives to provide fully paid Outdoor Adventures for America’s heroes in a way to honor their service.

 


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Tee It Up for the Troops

Tee It Up for the Troops is a 501(c)(3) that provide needed assistance to military veterans.  
 

 


3rd Annual Golf Event

Submariners' Advocacy Group

We are an association of veteran Submariners, all having earned and received the US Navy designation of Qualified in Submarines (SS)
 
 

 

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Guardian Hills Veterans Healing Center

Guardian Hills

Guardian Hills Veterans Healing Center developed a short-duration, immersive residential retreat program to serve Midwestern Veterans and their immediate families.

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JOIN THE VFW

Join us as brothers and sisters of America to preserve the rights of veterans and support each other as only those who share in the camaraderie forged by conflict can. 

Announcements


Important Notice: Unauthorized use of OLD Website and Logo.

Dear Members,

We regret to inform you that our organization has been aware of the unauthorized use of our website and logo. This misuse not only infringes on our intellectual property rights but also has the potential to mislead and harm our community. We are actively addressing this issue and are taking necessary legal actions to resolve the matter.
 
When you conduct a search of VFW Post 280 on different search engines the website for:  vfw280.org will appear.  This website IS NOT current.  Please do not follow any links, addresses or phone numbers that are associated with that website.

We want to assure you that our team is working diligently to protect our brand and ensure the integrity of our online presence. In the meantime, we kindly ask you to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to the misuse of our website or logo to us immediately.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We appreciate your continued support as we work to resolve this situation.

Sincerely,  
Boone County VFW Post 280

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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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.