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(1920-2025) 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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Public Servant Award Winners

State Commander James MacArthur takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2025-2026 Public Servant Awards. This years recipients are: 1st Place Firefighter Thomas E. Howard, Jr., District 4, Post 982, Remsen, NY 1st Place EMT Felicia Lassiter, District 2, Post 686, Tillson, NY 1st Place Dispatcher Denise Ferguson, District 10, Post 6394, Syosset, NY 1st Place Law Enforcement Ronald Gatto, District 4, Post 982, Remsen, NY

Commander's Golf Tournament

Help support the Commander's Special Projects - Homeless Veterans, Head Strong and the VFW National Home by sponsoring and playing in one of the three golf tournaments.

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Teacher of the Year

State Commander James MacArthur takes great pleasure in announcing the winners of the Department of New York 2025-2026 Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Awards. This years recipients are: 1st Place K-5 Mary Beth Hudycia, District 3, Post 3275, Fort Plain, NY 1st Place 6-8 Leah Peyton, District 4, Post 4915, Herkimer, NY 1st Place 9-12 Jacqueline Smartt, District 1, Post 5298, Springfield Gardens, NY

State Commander's Membership Program

State Commander James MacArthur is asking each Post to reach at least 100% in membership this year and would like you to strive to reach the National Commander's goal of 101% membership.

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2025-2026 Bond Coverage

The newly revised 2025-2026 Post bond application is now available. Coverage starts September 1, 2025 so don't delay!

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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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