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(1920-2024) New York VFW Headquarters mission is to support all Veterans and their families as we contribute to our communities all around the Empire State. #stillserving

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Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Wednesday March 12, 2025 the Department of New York VFW will be hosting a Legislative Breakfast for the New York Legislators. All the Legislators have been invited to this event - please show your support for our legislative priorities by attending this event and voicing your concerns as a Veteran to our Legislators. A bus will leave from the front entrance of the Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf Road, Albany, NY at 7:45 AM to take all attendees down to the Legislative Office Building.

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VoterVoice

The Department of New York VFW’s website has a new feature - VoterVoice - that will allow our members to stay informed and reach out to their State and Federal representatives to voice their opinions on legislation that will affect veterans. The VoterVoice page can be found under the Resources tab or by clicking the button below.

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2024-2025 Spring Conference

It's time to start making plans to attend the Department of New York VFW's Spring Conference at the Radisson Hotel in Corning, NY which will take place April 11-13, 2025.

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Teacher of the Year

State Commander Daniel Kell takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2024-2025 Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Awards.

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Winner of the Public Servant Awards

State Commander Daniel Kell takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2024-2025 Public Servant Awards.

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2024-2025 Voice of Democracy Winners

State Commander Daniel Kell takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2024-2025 Voice of Democracy Program.

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2024-2025 Patriot's Pen Winners

State Commander Daniel Kell takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2024-2025 Patriot’s Pen Program.

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Disaster Relief for California VFW

California VFW Department Commander Deb Johnson has confirmed the need for financial assistance for veterans affected by the wildfires. Please support your fellow vet by donating today.

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Do You Feel Lucky?

The 2024-2025 Service Officer Raffle Tickets are now on sale. Total prize money is $10,050.00 with a total of 87 prizes. You can also support our Service Officers by taking out ad in the Service Officer Journal.

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Latest Edition

The "Holiday Edition" for the Overseas Veteran Newsletter for October, November and December 2024 is now available.

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New York City Veteran Service Officer

The Department of New York VFW has positions open for Veteran Service Officer for the office in New York City. Please click on the link below for the complete job description.

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Membership Challenge Incentive

State Commander Dan Kell has just announced a Membership Challenge as part of his Membership Program for this year. The Challenge will benefit Posts and Districts who meet the goal as they help the Department make the 102% membership goal set by National.

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Commander Kell's Membership Program

Membership is the life blood of the VFW. The goal this year is for each post reach 102% in membership to make the Department and your post stronger. All requirements are outlined in the Commander's 2024-2025 Membership Program booklet.

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Need to Order Buddy Poppies?

When ordering Buddy Poppies for your Post, you now have a choice between the "traditional" Buddy Poppy and the new tin-tab Buddy Poppy.

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Update: Community Service Reporting

You can now submit your Community Service Report online as you provide support to Veterans and your community!

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Assistance for Veterans

Look into Financial Grants, Mental Wellness, Student Veteran Support, VA Claims and Separation Benefits by clicking below.

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Welcome to the Department of New York VFW website.  We are making great strides to be a support system for Veterans and their families.  Keeping our Veterans and members informed is one of our most vital goals.
 
When we work together, we are strong.  Our motto of  "No One Does More For Veterans" is more than just a phrase, it is a promise.


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