Veterans of Foreign Wars Abingdon Post 1994

06/14/2026

06/12/2026

Join us Wednesday at noon for the 3 C’s Luncheon!

We will have sub sandwiches with all the fixins for lunch, and we are asking you to bring drinks and desserts to share.

Lindsey Ritter will speak about Active Aging.

The Washington County VA Public Library Bookmobile will@also be on site, so make sure to stop by and see them!

06/07/2026

Installation of 2026-27 Virginia VFW State Officers.
Post Commander Tony Mitchell gets installed again for District 12 Commander

06/06/2026

We had our dinner at our meeting the other night to celebrate our winners for Voice of Democracy, Patriots Pen, Teacher of the Year ,Illustrating America and The Department Americanism Program
Evelyn Shields -Voice of Democracy Winner
Novella Shields - Patriots Pen Winner
Merrill Hudgins - Teacher of the Year Winner
along with
Nathan Schnelle -illustrating America and The Dept. Americanism Program Winner.
Cogratulations to all the Winners

06/02/2026

VFW Highlights Importance of Mental Health This National PTSD Awareness Month

‘Asking for support is not waving a white flag, it is a tactical decision to stay in the fight for your family, your future and your life’

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 1, 2026) – June 1 marks the start of National PTSD Awareness Month, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is reminding America’s military and veteran community that you are never alone.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a profound and lasting response to a single or multiple highly stressful events, many of which can be found in military service. For some, it is a mental and emotional injury borne from service to one’s country, and while the wounds of war are often invisible, their impacts on veterans, families and communities are deeply felt. When left unaddressed PTSD can lead to severe isolation, but the VFW is working to ensure no veteran navigates the darkness by themselves.

“Asking for support is not waving a white flag, it is a tactical decision to stay in the fight for your family, your future and your life,” said VFW National Commander Carol Whitmore. “In the VFW, we do not leave our fallen on the battlefield, and we sure as hell don’t leave our brothers- and sisters-in-arms behind at home. Our Posts exist to be safe harbors of genuine camaraderie and trust where you can speak freely, without judgement, and be among those who have walked the same dirt.”

The VFW continues its advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, fighting to expand VA’s mental health care tools and programs, including moving beyond standard treatment options, championing written, informed consent, and eliminating the administrative red tape so veterans in rural and underserved areas can access mental health specialists without delay.

Throughout June, the VFW encourages all veterans, their families and communities to:

Educate and Recognize: Learn the signs of PTSD and how to better support the veterans in your life.
Break the Silence: Foster open, compassionate conversations about mental wellness so we can break down the outdated stigmas that keep someone from seeking help.
Offer Connection: Reach out and check on your battle buddies. A simple call or visit can help bridge the gap of isolation.
Share Lifelines: Keep vital resources visible. If you or a veteran you know is in crisis, call or text the Veterans Crisis Line (Dial 988 then Press 1; text 838255 or chat online), learn about VA's PTSD programs or connect with your local VFW Posts.

For nearly 127 years, we have championed the rights of those who have fought for our liberty, and this June, the more than 1.3 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliary reaffirm our solemn pledge to Honor the Contract of their service. As part of the less than 1% of Americans willing to serve and sacrifice for something greater than yourselves, those burdens are not something we will let you carry alone.

06/01/2026

VFW Auxiliary Dept. of Virginia 101st Convention /VFW Dept. Of Virginia 104th Annual Convention May 28-31 , 2026 Our Auxiliary got some awards and our post got All-State and All-American

05/28/2026

Congratulations to these students for winning contests with our local Veterans of Foreign Wars Abingdon Post 1994
Nathan - 1st place in the VFW Illustrating America contest
Evy - 1st place in the VFW Voice of Democracy audio-essay contest
Vella - 1st place in the VFW Patriot's Pen essay contest
Well done!

05/26/2026

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