Veteran Outreach

Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period, there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help, you are NOT alone!

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#STILLSERVING

Building on a legacy of service that spans more than a century, #StillServing represents the heart of the VFW and its members, and conveys what today’s VFW embodies. The VFW encourages all veterans to share stories on social media using #StillServing to show how they continue to answer the call to serve in ways big and small. In addition, family or friends are asked to use #StillServing in social media posts to honor a veteran in their lives who believes the spirit of service transcends military life.

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"Buddy" Poppies

 In Flanders Fields by John McCrae:   In Flanders fields the poppies blow  Between the crosses row on row,  That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly  Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago  We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,  Loved and were loved and now we lie  In Flanders fields.  Take up our quarrel with the foe:  To you, from failing hands we throw  The torch; be yours to hold it high.  If ye break faith with us who die  We shall not sleep, though poppies grow,  In Flanders fields.

Buddy Poppy ProgramNational Home for Children

SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year, thousands of kids compete for a chance at these two scholarships. Patriot's Pen is a 300-400 word essay for 6th-8th graders. Voice of Democracy is for 9th-12th and is a 3-5 minute reading/speaking on the subject of the year submitted on an Audio CD or Flash Drive. Both MUST be submitted to your local VA by Midnight, Oct. 31, 2020 for a chance at the 2020-2021 Scholarships. click the appropriate link for application, rules, and eligibility.

Patriot's Pen Application Voice of Democracy Application

Art Scholarship

Do you know a High School Student, 9-12th grade who are planning to go to college? Would you like a chance to win up to $31,00 in Scholarships? Click below for more information, rules, deadline and application. Submission due March 31st by midnight. Good luck!

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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.

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WELCOME TO POST 1481 CPL FRED J. GRANT

Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment
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.
 

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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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Bunco Time

 Post 1481 Auxiliary hosts a Bunco Bash twice a year. Usually in April and October.
 

Post/ABATE Breakfast

Breakfast is held the 3rd Sunday of the month, 10-1. 
Buffet style or cooked to order. 

Honor Guard

Our Honor Guard is a available for memorials, flag ceremonies, &  parades throughout the year. 

Boy Scout Troop 1481

Our Special Needs Boy Scout Troop is very active in our community.

ABATE Utah Weber Chapter

ABATE Utah Weber Chapter meets the 3rd Sunday of the month at VFW Post 1481.

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Poker Night

Grinders Poker Tour meets Thursday night at the Post. Find out how to register to play. 

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Corn Hole

Corn Hole at the Post on Friday Nights. Contact the Canteen for more information. 

IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacker

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.

Commander's Corner

Commander Harley Boyles

I often wonder why I am involved with the VFW and with this post in particular. I also wonder why many of you are involved. I guess I can only speak for myself and maybe many of you can relate. I joined so I could give back. Sometimes it’s giving back to my country for giving me such an awesome opportunity and experience. Sometimes it’s giving back to those who really fought and sacrificed for all of us. Sometimes it’s just who I am. I give. I really don’t expect anything in return.  It’s my and Dorothy’s turn and at some point it’s going to be someone else’s turn to give. I just hope we can be just as gracious as many of you have been gracious toward us. We have a great post and I hope we continue being a great post long after we are gone.

Announcements

Saturday, October 7, 9 a.m.  Flag Retirement Ceremony followed by Post Clean Up! 

Canteen Hours have changed until further notice: Monday 4-9, Tues & Wed. 4-9 Thurs.-Sunday remain the same.

Congratulations: Jason Gotti. Boy Scout Troop 1481
VFW Scout of the Year.
 
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The Department of Utah has been invited by the Military Order of the Cooties to start a Pup-Tent.
click here for more local information and application.
 click here for the MOC website
 
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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.

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Statewide News

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Prepare for Upcoming Veterans Crisis Line Transition to Dial 988

BIG NEWS!!! Prepare for Upcoming Veterans Crisis Line Transition to "Dial 988 then Press 1". No later than July 16, 2022, all telephone service providers in the U.S. must activate 988, which will allow Veterans in crisis to quickly gain access to the Veteran’s Crisis line.

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Practical Ways to Attract Veteran Employees to Your New Business

If you’re trying to build a team for your new business, then recruiting veterans should be a top priority. Study after study has shown that former military members are among the most highly skilled and dedicated job candidates. And they’re also known for their high productivity and retention rates, as well as their abilities to lead and work with a diverse team.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Still Serving Those Who Serve Around the World

WASHINGTON - During the last week of September, two VFW teams were simultaneously overseas, on different continents, engaging with...

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Happy National VFW Day!

WASHINGTON - Sept. 29 is National Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Day, celebrating one of the largest and most established organiza...

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OUR MISSION

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 widows 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.