VFW Department of Iowa

06/14/2026

Tell Congress to Oppose Veterans' Benefit Cuts https://share.google/O9OrqReAO9eJ1nVyc

06/06/2026

Congratulations on the incoming command year for 2026/2027.
Commander Rob Quinn
Sr. Vice Matt Bramer
Jr. Vice Ben Dales
Adjutant Russ Saffell
QuarterMaster Melinda Blazek

Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW
VFW AUXILIARY OF IOWA
VFW Auxiliary-National Organization

06/06/2026

🏆 Attention Post, District, and Department Commanders!

As we approach the end of the 2025–2026 Membership Year, we are preparing to recognize those who have earned All-American honors. If your Post, District, or Department has met the requirements, please make sure your cap size is on file.

To update your cap size:
✅ Log in to vfw.org
✅ Select "Online Membership System (OMS)" under Membership Quick Links
✅ Under Personal Services, click "Cap Size"
✅ Select your cap size and style, then click Submit

This information is needed to order All-State and All-American caps.

Please remember that reaching 101% membership does not automatically qualify a Post for All-State or All-American recognition. Be sure to review your Department Membership Program and the National Membership Program for complete qualification requirements.

Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and hard work as we continue striving toward our membership goals and finish the year strong!

06/06/2026

Around the World Passport at this year's State Convention.

Great turnout tonight from both Members and Auxiliary.

Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW
VFW Auxiliary-National Organization
VFW AUXILIARY OF IOWA

05/21/2026

The VFW is asking for your help in demanding Congress to sign the Discharge Petition to move the Major Star Act to the floor!
All of Iowa's Representatives say they support the Major Star Act - now it's time for them to step up and sign on!

Congress already supports the Major Richard Star Act. Now it is time to bring it to a vote.A discharge petition has been filed in the House of Representatives to take action on this long-overdue legislation for combat-disabled veterans.If enough...

05/16/2026

Less than a month to get your tickets for this raffle. Follow the link to purchase your tickets to help raise funds for a permanent Vietnam Veterans Memorial at the Gold Star Museum at Camp Dodge.

There are only 1,000 tickets being sold *The drawing will be held on June 6th, 2026 at the VFW State Convention Banquet. You do not need to be present to win.Get them while they last!!!The Winner will go home with:A Retro Harrington and Richards M16E1 Rifle (Procured with private funds)A Replica M7....

05/12/2026

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/iowa-gold-star-museum-vietnam-war-memorial-fundraiser

There are only 1,000 tickets being sold *The drawing will be held on June 6th, 2026 at the VFW State Convention Banquet. You do not need to be present to win.Get them while they last!!!The Winner will go home with:A Retro Harrington and Richards M16E1 Rifle (Procured with private funds)A Replica M7....

05/08/2026

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

05/06/2026

CALLING IOWA DESERT STORM VETERANS!
The dedication for the National Desert Shield Storm War Memorial in Washington DC is going to be on Saturday, October 24th.

A group of Desert Storm veterans is working with the Iowa VFW Foundation to plan a bus trip to take Desert Shield Desert Storm veterans to the dedication. We are building a list of who would be interested in taking part in this once in a lifetime trip.

Think of this - it's our nation's 250th birthday! It's the 35th anniversary since the end of Operation Desert Storm! The last National Memorial dedicated (with living veterans) was the World War II in 2004.

ONCE IN A LIFETIME!

Desert Shield Desert Storm Veterans! We are hoping to fill 2 50 passenger buses to attend this Dedication of YOUR MEMORIAL? This is intended for a veteran and a companion to attend.

Please email [email protected] to let us know of your interest.

Also, we will be working on fundraising to help offset the costs of this trip. If you are interested in helping please say so.

05/05/2026

Thank you Secretary of War Pete Hegseth for your support!

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he supports the Richard Star Act to give medically retired veterans full compensation.