Veterans of Foreign Wars of
The United Stated of America
Auxiliary to Post 3928 - Benicia, CA
Meetings are held every 1st Wednesday at
1900 Hours in the Harrison Room
ABOUT US
We are the nation’s oldest veterans’ service organization auxiliary with nearly 465,000 members representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and several foreign locations (Germany, Guam and Panama). Our members are relatives of those who have served in overseas combat. For more than 100 years, we have been supporting the Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving veterans and their families, active-duty military and their families, and spreading patriotism nationwide.
2015-2016 Officers
Judy Stanfield
Commander
Sr. Vice Commander
Vice Commander
Adjutant
Finance Offficer
Judy Stanfield
Commander
OUR PURPOSE
The purpose of the organization shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational
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to assist Posts and members thereof of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, and its own members whenever possible
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to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws
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to foster true patriotism
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to maintain and extend the institution of American freedom and equal rights and justice to all men and women
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to preserve and defend the United States from all enemies whomsoever.
BENIFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
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Become involved in events honoring those who served
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Meet Veterans and other supporters of the Armed Forces
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Access to Members Only Lounge
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Discounted rate for renting the hall
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Discount on travel, retail purchases, insurance, and others.
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Plus much more! Visit vfwauxiliary.org/benefits-page for more information.
*Discount provided by merchant as is subject to change without notice
ELIGIBILITY
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Must be 16 years of age or older
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Must be a be related in one of the following ways to a person eligible for membership in the VFW.
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Husband/Wife
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Widower/Widow
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Father/Mother
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Grandfathers/Grandmothers
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Sons/Daughters
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Grandsons/Granddaughters
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Brothers/Sisters
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During the 2014-2015 Program Year, VFW Auxiliary members:
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Provided $4.6 million dollars in monetary aid to veterans, active-duty military and their families
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Volunteered nearly 800,000 hours in VA Medical Centers, hospitals, nursing homes and veterans home
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Made more than 131,000 legislative contacts to help pass or block important bills
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Awarded $146,000 in scholarships
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Worked with more than 285,000 youth
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Distributed more than 332,000 American Flags
Those eligible for membership in the VFW are those that have received a campaign medal for overseas service; have served 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days in Korea; or have ever received hostile fire or imminent danger pay. Click here for more information.
Please note meeting attendance is not a requirement of membership, however we do encourge all members to attend