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Arlington VFW post gets new leadership, plans more outreach efforts

Arlington Post installs new leadership


Speaker Series Hosts LtGen Frank Helmick, USA (Retired)

LtGen Helmick will present the Hunt and Capture of Uday and Qusay Hussein to all members in attendance. It should be a great talk. Stay for the following Post event: the Band of Vets Comedy Show.


World War I Memorial

New statute unveiled at the WWI Memorial.


National Vietnam War Veterans Day Community Event

It was mentioned at District 10's meeting this month and encouraged by VFW Post 8469, that all are welcome and invited to participate in this public commemoration event in honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day.


Veteran in need of a Kidney Donor

A Navy Veteran, Martin "Marty" McGuirk, of Gainsville, VA, needs a Kidney Donor who meets age and health requirements.


Scout of the Year

Our Scout of the Year program provides members of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts the opportunity to be recognized for their standout citizenship, patriotism, and love of country.


VFW announced Winners of VOICE OF DEMOCRACY COMPETITION

A teen from Virginia is in the Running to Win a $35,000 Scholarship from the VFW! This year's theme was "What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy?"


Fairfax County Veterans Treatment Docket

At last night's Post Meeting, February 19, 2024, the membership received a presentation about a valuable program serving veterans, the Fairfax County Veterans Treatment Docket (VTD). Comrade Don Sutherland from Blue & Gray Post 8469 was the presenter.


Army & Air Force Exchange Service

Take advantage of the benefits you earned through your honorable service to our great Nation.


Post Extends Hours for NFL Football Season

The Post has extended its hours for this year's NFL Monday Night Football and Thursday Night Football. Come and enjoy the games and comradeship.


PUBLIC NOTICE - Innovative Readiness Training Program

Posted outside John Lyon VFW Post 3150 is a public notice soliciting assistance from the Department of Defense's Innovative Readiness Training Program (IRT) to improve the installation of the 3" Artillery Piece located in front of the Post Home.


2024 Raffle Calendars

The Department of Virginia VFW 2024 Raffle Calendars are now available for sale in the Post and online through the Post's website. The sale of the calendars supports various Veterans' concerns.


Post Officer Elections

New Post Officers elected for 2023-2024 The following officers were elected for the new year, 2023-2024, at the April 17, 2023 Post meeting


Post's 2022 Strategic Plan

Past Commander Nancy Springer leads the initial work to create a strategic plan to assist the Post in remaining viable and growing in active membership and community involvement.


A Walk to Honor

John Lyon Post 3150 is a proud supporter of A Walk To Honor. Click the video below to learn more about Greg Washington’s walk to make a difference in suicide prevention.


Contact Listing for the 188th Congress

Attached is a contact listing for members of the 118th Congress. Posts cited in Congressional District listings are based on each Post's zip code representation.


7 News Salutes Veterans

A little-known secret is tucked away in Arlington, Virginia, where hundreds of veterans gather, swap stories, share memories, and find a place of refuge. 7News' Ashlie Rodriguez looks inside the John Lyon VFW Post 3150. Monday, Nov. 15, 2021. (7News)


Post 7916 - April 2021 #Still Serving Post of the Month

The members of VFW Post 7916 in Occoquan, Virginia, have demonstrated a commitment to their mission of “Honoring the Dead by Helping the Living” throughout the pandemic. The Post made sure members received health and welfare checks so that those most at-risk, or in need, received essentials. They also delivered food to residents of the town and donated to a local food bank.


VFW - Our Service Never Stops

VFW Post 7916 and their auxiliary members were featured in the latest promotional video from VFW National.


Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week

As we enter Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week (continuing throughout the month of September), I want to take a moment to speak directly to each of you, not just as your Commander, but as a fellow veteran who understands the weight many of us carry.


June - August 2025 Department Newspaper

New Virginia Veteran Newspaper Released


VFW Post and Veterans Home Improvement Grants

Applications are now open for VFW Post Home and Veterans Home Improvement Grants from Colonial Downs and the Virginia Veterans Foundation.


Post 12218's First Change of Command

Western Prince William County Post 12218 will be conducting their first Change of Command Ceremony on June 8th, 1000 at Great Mane Brewery in Haymarket, VA. Come on out and support one of Virginia's newest Posts.


Vietnam Veterans - Welcome Home!

The United State of America Vietnam War Commemoration is holding a Welcome Home event at the National Mall in Washington DC on May 11th to 13th 2023.


Centennial Celebration

The VFW Department of Virginia is turning 100 this year and we are celebrating across the state with our members. Come join us at one of seven locations with food, fun, music and giveaways.


Gaming Townhall Input

The state of Virginia is changing the gaming laws and regulations in ways that may seriously impact VFW Posts. Your input is needed!


A Mission Like No Other: Bringing Our Missing Home


Virginia Veterans Foundation Announces Grants to VFW, Auxiliary

Nearly $6,000 for community service and Post home improvements all funded by Powerhouse Gaming.


Click on the title below to read the full article on the VFW National website.

VFW Calls on VA Secretary After Second Suicide at VA Facility in 2025


VFW Commemorates National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day


Action Alert: Tell Congress Veterans Deserve Safer Treatment Options


VFW Responds to National Guard Members Shot on Patrol in DC


A Time for Gratitude and Thankfulness


VFW Reaches $16.2 Billion Cumulative Milestone for Represented Veterans


VFW Will Not Stay Silent While America's Heroes are Dragged Through the Mud


VFW Celebrates Veterans' Enduring Legacy


VFW Salutes the Marine Corps on 250 Years


VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month


VFW Still Serving Campaign Shatters Records


VFW Salutes US Navy on Its 250th Birthday


VFW, SVA Announce 2025/2026 Legislative Fellowship Selectees


VFW to Washington Post - Veterans' Disability Benefits are Not 'Loopholes' to Exploit


VFW, Torch Drinks LLC Announce a First-of-its-Kind Alliance to Make THC Beverages Available to Eligible VFW Posts


Sport Clips Haircuts Launches Annual 'Help A Hero' Campaign to Raise $1.35 Million for Veteran Scholarships


VFW Calls on VA to Honor Supreme Court Ruling on GI Bill Benefits


The VFW - Still Leading, Still Advancing, Still Serving


VFW Pledges It Won't Rest Until They're All Accounted For


Happy 78th Birthday to the United States Air Force


VFW Honors National Hispanic Heritage Month


The VFW Pauses to Reflect This Patriot Day


VFW Awards More Than $740,000 in Help A Hero Scholarships


VFW Elects Carol Whitmore as New National Commander


VFW Presents Acclaimed John A. Biedrzycki Award


VFW's Uniting to Combat Hunger Evolves to 'Uniting for Veterans'


VFW Action Alert: Keep VFW Priorities in the NDAA


VFW Comes Home for its 126th National Convention


VFW Leverages New Relationships to Expand Combat Tested Gaming


Applications Open for 2025-2026 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship


VFW Celebrates the Coast Guard's 235th Birthday


President Signs Law to Prevent Veteran Foreclosure


VFW Commemorates the Korean Armistice Agreement


VFW Teams Up with Aspen Dental to Improve Access to Care for Veterans and Their Families


VFW and Grunt Style Foundation Deliver Over 100 Tons of Relief to Texas Flood Victims


VFW Joins DPAA in Vietnam for 30-Year Commemoration


VFW and NACVSO Sign Historic MOU to Expand Veteran Service Capabilities


VFW Presents Vietnam War Artifacts to Vietnamese Government in Washington


VFW, Grunt Style Unite to 'Honor the Contract' with Limited-Edition T-Shirt


VFW Applauds VA for 'Scalpel' Approach to Force Reduction


VFW Celebrates 249 Years of Freedom


VFW Action Alert: Vote YES to Keep Veterans in their Homes


VFW Reaffirms Commitment to US Military as Conflict in Middle East Escalates


VFW Honors the United States Army's 250 Years of Valor


VFW Urges Vets to Prioritize Mental Health During PTSD Awareness Month and Beyond


VFW Calls on Nation to Remember the True Meaning of Memorial Day


VFW National Commander Joins Day of Service Sponsors to Aid Homeless Vets


VFW Action Alert: Say NO to Putting Veterans in Debt


Winners of VFW Publications Contest Announced


VFW Applauds VA for Clearing Way to Timely Care


Post News

Important Info for Post3150 Members

Arlington VFW post gets new leadership, plans more outreach efforts

Arlington Post installs new leadership

Speaker Series Hosts LtGen Frank Helmick, USA (Retired)

LtGen Helmick will present the Hunt and Capture of Uday and Qusay Hussein to all members in attendance. It should be a great talk. Stay for the following Post event: the Band of Vets Comedy Show.

District News

Important Info for District 10 Members

Post 7916 - April 2021 #Still Serving Post of the Month

The members of VFW Post 7916 in Occoquan, Virginia, have demonstrated a commitment to their mission of “Honoring the Dead by Helping the Living” throughout the pandemic. The Post made sure members received health and welfare checks so that those most at-risk, or in need, received essentials. They also delivered food to residents of the town and donated to a local food bank.

VFW - Our Service Never Stops

VFW Post 7916 and their auxiliary members were featured in the latest promotional video from VFW National.

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week

As we enter Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week (continuing throughout the month of September), I want to take a moment to speak directly to each of you, not just as your Commander, but as a fellow veteran who understands the weight many of us carry.

June - August 2025 Department Newspaper

New Virginia Veteran Newspaper Released

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Calls on VA Secretary After Second Suicide at VA Facility in 2025

WASHINGTON - We are saddened by the tragic loss of a veteran who died by suicide in the parking lot of the Audie L. Murphy Memoria...

VFW Commemorates National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - On Dec. 7, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins a grateful nation as...