Congratulations to VFW Post 1316

Get Involved in Working on a Committee

We need our volunteers to work on our various committees.

Full List of Committees are as follows:

Buddy Poppy Committee

Budget Committee

Building Fund Committee

Fundraising Committee

House Committee (1st & 3rd Thursday)

Membership Committee

Publicity Committee

Relief Committee

Youth Activities Committee 

Sunshine Committee

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE:

We need members who will help recruit new members into our Post. We understand the unique bond you share with other veterans of overseas conflicts because we, too, have been there. Since 1899, the VFW has been the nation’s leading veterans service organization in the fight to better the lives of all those who’ve worn the uniform of the United States military. No matter which conflict called you to service, we invite you to join us. Stand strong with the more than 1.5 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliary as together, we continue to fight for all that’s good FOR VETERANS.

Annual Membership Information

As the largest combat veterans organization around, VFW membership spans the globe. We’re an elite group of combat warriors who have each other’s backs long after the fight is over. 

Camaraderie. Empowerment. Access to a vast network of resources. Assistance securing the benefits you've earned. Numerous discounts on a number of products and services. With a VFW membership, you'll find all this and more! Further, your VFW membership establishes your place in the VFW legacy that dates back to our founding in 1899.

Your dues of just $37.00 will cover the cost of your membership for a full calendar year as a Member-At-Large for your state. ($1.98 of your membership dues goes toward your VFW magazine subscription.) 

VFW “Buddy” Poppy Committee:

The VFW “Buddy”® Poppy isn’t just an iconic symbol of remembrance of America’s fallen, it provides financial assistance to veterans service programs, and brings solace and support to the disabled veterans who assemble approximately 11 million poppies every year. VFW Buddy Poppies remind these men and women of their fathers and mothers, and the friends they’ve lost. Watch their stories.

VFW Auxiliary Membership Committee:

There are three ways to join the VFW Auxiliary: National Member At Large, Department Member At Large, or a Local Auxiliary Member. See the descriptions below and choose the one that is right for you.

National Member At Large:

• Annual dues are $20.00 per year.
• Completed membership application, proof of eligibility and payment of annual dues must be sent to National Headquarters.

House Committee:

The purposes of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States are stated within our Congressional Charter. The operation, management and control of clubs and/or canteens were not envisioned in the purposes of our organization. The operation, management and control of clubs and/or canteens are not provided for in our National Bylaws, Manual of Procedure and
Ritual.

The first and foremost consideration of Posts shall be to the objects of the VFW which are fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational. We must maintain our focus 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, 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 enemies. VFW clubs and/or canteens shall be of secondary interest and concern and compatible with this stated purpose.

Rules and Regulations and Management Guides for the operation of Post sponsored clubs and/or canteens have been adopted by some Departments in compliance with state and local regulations and the applicable mandates of Section 708 and 709 of our National Bylaws which address incorporation and control of units. Also, many Posts have incorporated the above in their Bylaws
or adopted Rules and Regulations for the operation, management and control of their canteens and/or clubs in accordance with the above.
Although differing laws at the local and state levels preclude the promulgation of universally acceptable rules and regulations, certain principles are essential for good management and proper control of Post sponsored clubs and/or canteens and certain policies are mandatory to insure total compliance with the National Bylaws of the Veterans of Foreign Wars both as to incorporation and control of units and to be in keeping with the objectives of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
In adopting rules and regulations for the operation, management and control of clubs and/or canteens, the following provisions of the National Bylaws must be adhered to:
Any Post owning and/or operating, directly or by reason of a holding company or other entity substantially controlled by the Post or its members, a canteen, clubroom or other facility available to members or guests must maintain general liability insurance, including, if necessary or appropriate, liquor liability insurance. Such insurance must be of a type and amount sufficient to protect the Post and must name, as additional insureds, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States and the Department in which such Post is located.
All money, property or assets of any kind or nature, as well as all books and records owned, held or used by any activity, clubroom, holding company or unit sponsored, conducted or operated by, for or in behalf of a Post, shall be the property of the Post and must be placed in the care and custody of the Post Quartermaster.

No Post and no activity, clubroom or holding company or unit sponsored, conducted or operated by, for or on behalf of any Post may own any property jointly or in common with any individual, firm, partnership, association, corporation or other business or charitable entity, except that property may be held jointly or in common a post or unit of a congressionally chartered veterans
organization, provided the arrangement allows for the prominent display of the names, trademarks, or service marks of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States and is not contrary to any provision of law or the National Bylaws.
No Post or activity, clubroom, holding company or unit sponsored, conducted or operated by, for or in its behalf, may participate in any arrangement whereby its funds are expended on property held by another entity for the joint use of such Post and other individuals, firms, partnerships, associations, corporations or other business or charitable entities, including veterans
organizations, except that such arrangement may be made with a post or unit of a congressional chartered veterans organization, provided the arrangement allows for the prominent display of the names, trademarks, or service marks of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States nor is contrary to any provision of law or the National Bylaws.

Relief Committee:

The purpose of the Veteran’s relief fund is to help Veterans and their families in immediate need of monetary donations for unforeseen expenses or emergencies. Veterans helped are local and referred to us by members of the community or by reaching out to us directly.

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Relief is provided by directly making a payment to the business or service a Veteran may be indebt to or by providing the necessary items the Veteran and their family need. The assistance we provide is paired with other resources and mentorship to get them back on track and all recipients are vetted to ensure the authenticity and validity of the situation.

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Some of the relief we provided the past year include: paying for a broken transmission to allow them to get to work, assistance covering rent after job loss, providing food to a family who suffered a house fire and paying a utility bill that was about to be shut off due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Your donation can make a big difference in the life of a Veteran and their family, every penny donated or raised goes directly to helping a Veteran in need and donations are tax deductible. We are an all volunteer non-profit organization, our members volunteer their time to help Veterans and their families. Be the helping hand and donate today! Click the yellow donate button above and let us know you would like to support our Veterans Relief Fund.