VFW MONTHLY DISPATCH

January 2026

Our fellow war veteran,

With 2026 well underway, it’s important to remember that the VFW’s work is never done. We must use the motivation that comes with a new year to ensure we make this our most successful year to date.

From Still Serving our local communities, to ensuring the best interest of our nation’s veterans, service members and their families are at the forefront of lawmakers’ minds, there's no time like the present to get to work doing what we do best – backing up our claim that, "NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS®.”

We’re proud to enter 2026 with you by our side. Thank you for your membership and for all you continue to do FOR VETERANS!

Respectfully,

Your VFW

 

Sport Clips Raises $1.22M for Scholarships

This week our friends at Sport Clips presented a check for $1.22 million toward veterans' scholarships and offered free haircuts to veterans at VFW Post 1774 in La Mesa, California. This marks the 10th year in a row Sport Clips has donated $1 million to the program. Read the full release here.

 

2026 Priority Goals Are Here

The VFW has released its 2026 Priority Goals, highlighting the top veterans' issues we're fighting for this year. From opposing any effort to cut or reduce veteran benefits to improving the VA disability claims process and much more, see the full list of our 2026 priorities.

 

 

VFW Congratulates Mission Success

VFW National Commander Carol Whitmore commended the precision and integrity of U.S. service members following the successful execution of Operation Absolute Resolve. Find out more here.

 

VFW Applauds CBD Rescheduling

In December, the VFW applauded the administration's Executive Order rescheduling marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, a decisive step recognizing legitimate medical uses and expanding research into medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) to better support patients and doctors. Discover more on why evidence-based options have been a VFW priority.

 

 

'It's Gratifying to Help'

After six years in the Air Force and more than 15 with the DOD, veteran Yoselin Brice now gives back as a VFW Accredited Service Officer. Read more on how she used her knowledge and experience to help others navigate the complex web of applying for benefits.

 

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