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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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    

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.

Poker Night

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

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 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.

Commander's Corner

Commander Harley Boyles

FROM THE COMMANDER’S DESK: 03/28/2024


Next month we will again select leaders for our post for the 2024-2025 year. I have been considering the type of leaders that would be awesome for us.  And so I came up with a list of characteristics that might help us select candidates. Candidates should be applauded for even thinking about holding a position of responsibility. 

  1. Commitment- If you take a position, do it!  Show up to every meeting and event. If you can’t, let someone know why you can’t make it. See things through to completion. It is only for a year. You can do that on your head!
  2. Don’t come up with problems that need to be solved unless you have a plan to fix it. "They” is "You” so deal with it.  Leaders should lead by example. 
  3. Make a difference!  Come up with ideas and plans that are going to make our lives, Post and community better. 
  4. Have fun!  Being a sour puss is so unhealthy. We have stuff going on that is fun to do!  Enjoy the activities and each other. I really don’t think someone’s life is on the line for much of what we do. So lighten up!

I have been honored to be your commander. If I start whining about stuff, I am not serious!  I just like to whine. Ask Dorothy!

Announcements

 
Congratulations to Troop 1481 Leaders Julie Knight and Roger Heslop on receiving the Hall of Fame Award at the Weber Rapids District Award Night. 
 
April's Meeting is election of officers for both Post and Auxilliary! 
 
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The Department of Utah has been invited by the Military Order of the Cooties to start a Pup-Tent.
 
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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

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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

News & Info from your department

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.

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.

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day

WASHINGTON - For the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and for our nation, National Vietnam War Veterans Day is one of high importanc...

New Course Spotlights '15 Things Veteran Service Officers Want You To Know'

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has joined forces with PsychArmor and Humana to launch 15 Things Veterans Serv...

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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.