WELCOME TO DEPARTMENT OF MISSOURI

No One Does More For Veterans
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
Celebrating the Legacy
History of The Veterans of Foreign Wars

Commander's Corner

Commander Richard DePontee

Wow, we had a great convention this month!  It's always good to spend time with my Comrades and Auxiliary Brothers and Sisters.  We got VFW business done and had some fun in the meantime.  A huge THANK YOU for entrusting me with the position of Commander for the Great State of Missouri. It is quite an honor to serve you as we navigate through the next twelve months. It has been less than a week and I have already accomplished quite a bit.  I am sure I will get busier as time progresses.  Thank you to all the Chairpersons for accepting the positions entrusted to them.  Please be patient with them as they learn their new responsibilities. Please remember we are here to serve YOU.  If you want a Department Officer to attend a special event or function, just send an email to Angela (hqangela@movfw.org) and Paul (adj@movfw.org).  Again, thank you for this honor.
 
 
In Service To Veterans,
Quincy Myrick
Commander
Department of Missouri
Veterans of Foreign Wars

Department VSO Information

A Veteran Service Officer (VSO) helps veterans, and their families navigate the complex process of applying for benefits and services from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). They assist with filing claims for disability compensation, pensions, healthcare, education benefits, and other services. VSOs also help veterans gather necessary documentation, ensure claims are properly submitted, and guide them through appeals if their claims are denied. VSO's act as advocates, making sure veterans get the benefits they are entitled to.

2025 NH Golf Tournament

Charity Golf Tournament - Benefiting the VFW National Home. Download the flyer for more information.

National Home Brochure

Missouri sponsors two cottages at the National Home.  We have an annual trip scheduled in October and sponsor the Halloween Party for the children.

Help the National Home

The National Home has published it's 2023-24 Fund Raising Program.  Please give what you can.  Missouri currently sponsors 2 cottages at the Home.

Louisville Slugger Raffle

Get your tickets now to win one of 2 Louisville Slugger Bats.  Bats will be at the C of A Winter Convention and the drawing will be in June at the State Convention.

National Buddy Poppy Contest

Hot off the press! This is a MissourTeam, Please share this message far and wide. This year, I am soliciting for NEW volunteer judges at National Convention to be judges for the Buddy Poppy display contest. Those that are able and willing to assist need to fill out the questionnaire then we will select and notify the new judges.
 
Requirements prior to filling out

Must be attending the National Convention
Must be VFW and/or Auxiliary
Must understand there is no Compensation
Fill out by July 1
Must fulfill their duties at prescribed time and show up to judge on Monday 12pm-330pm
 
*We will provide the judging materials in advance.
*The panel of judges will receive a gift for their time after judging cards have been turned in. i Incentive and will run concurrently with any National Incentive should Commander-in-Chief choose to do one.

Lynn W. Rolf III
Programs Director
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
406 W 34th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111

o:816.968.1116  C: 913.290.1754

Randy Tolliver - VFW Report

Randy Tolliver District 8 weekly "VFW Report” with Alan Smith of the Dockins Broadcast Group.
June 16th Report

Department Gallery

Photographs of Department functions

Announcements

Reviewing Online Reports 

 
CHAIRMEN - The reporting system has been changed to the new chairmen.  Please start reviewing all online reports at least weekly!  Thanks for your help.

 

Editorial from the Webmasters


The Department of Missouri Website is a living document dedicated to Missouri Veterans.  The site is for the dissemination of news, information and ideas to the membership.  With that said, we are asking members to share their activities and stories with us to pass along.  We are wanting committee chairpersons to share what they are doing on a more regular basis.  Receiving updates quarterly at the COA convention is fine, but it does not reflect current activities.  We would like to publish a Newsletter at least Monthly to keep the membership in tune with the latest happenings.  In addition, we know that several members were taking pictures at the COA.  We would love to have you share them with us to post on the Department Gallery.  All you need to do is email them to us with a description and we will do the rest.
Become an active participant in the Department Website.  This is your chance to participate.
Randy Craig – Webmaster        Ken Allison – Assistant Webmaster

 
 

Current Department Planning Calendar

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DEPARTMENT FOOD PANTRY

 The Department hosts the Mid-Mo Military Family Pantry at our Department Headquarters, 3401 Knipp Drive, Jefferson City, MO.  The Pantry is open on Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.  However, if a veteran or his family is in immediate need, they can call the Department office at 573-636-8761 for assistance.  We will do accept cold food donations.  


IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


There is a new cartoon everyday.

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

District 8 Newletter - #32 03/06/2025

District 8 Current newsletter

District 8 Newsletter #31 - 02/27/2025

District 8 Current Newsletter

National News

Important info from National VFW

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

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary proudly join a grateful nation as we honor and congratulat...

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

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - As June marks PTSD Awareness Month, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is renewing its commitment to destigmati...

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"That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: 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 surviving spouses and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, 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 her enemies."

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Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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