What started as a decision to serve his country ultimately led Iraq War veteran Cory Geisler to the highest leadership position in the VFW. Now, as the organization’s 118th national commander, he’s focused on building strong teams, supporting fellow veterans and keeping VFW members active and engaged. Learn more about Chief Geisler! vfw.org/media-and-events/lat… #VFW #StillServing #LeadAdvanceServe

Make a difference for veterans while enjoying potential tax benefits with a qualified charitable distribution from your IRA. Put your legacy into action today and see the impact of your generosity by visiting: vfw.planmylegacy.org/give-fr…. Call 816.968.1119 or email plannedgiving@vfw.org to contact the VFW Planned Giving Office with any questions.

Somewhere today, an empty chair is waiting. A dinner table. A front porch. A spot on the couch. A place beside someone who is counting the days until their service member comes home. That’s why we wear red. Remember Everyone Deployed. #REDFriday #RememberEveryoneDeployed

618 care bags. 66 hours of packing. One VFW Post and its Auxiliary are on a mission to boost morale for Marines before deployment - and remind them they’re supported every step of the way. vfw.org/media-and-events/lat… #VFW #StillServing

#TBT to when the question was still unanswered: Who would take home the 2026 Voice of Democracy national first-place $35,000 scholarship prize? High school and middle school students: Are you interested in college scholarships, cash prizes and other incentives? Learn about the VFW’s Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship competitions at vfw.org/YouthScholarships and apply BEFORE the Oct. 31 deadline! Looking for inspiration? Listen to last year’s finalists: bit.ly/4mkwrrG #VFW #YouthScholarships #VoiceOfDemocracy #PatriotsPen #FutureLeaders

Have a question for the VFW? We want to hear it! Head to vfw.org/AskTheVFW🤝 🎙️ Listen to Episode 73 of #StillServing: The VFW Podcast, “ Sets and Reps,” at vfw.org/Podcast or wherever you get your podcasts! @VFW_OfficeDC #VFWPodcast #Veterans #Military #AskTheVFW

“A successful event in one community could become the inspiration for another group's next fundraiser.” – Jason Couch, grants manager for the @VFWFoundation. The VFW Foundation just launched a new way for Posts to learn from each other. Learn more here: vfw.org/media-and-events/lat… #VFWFoundation

#ICYMI Discharge Petition No. 22 for H.R. 2102, the Major Richard Star Act, reached the 218 signatures needed to move forward. "Congress still must vote on the full Major Richard Star Act when it returns in November. This is the policy we have advocated for since 2020, so we hope that new legislation will not divert from that momentum.” - @VFW_OfficeDC Executive Director Ryan Gallucci Learn more: bit.ly/4AmePlP #VFW #MajorRichardStarAct #Veterans #Military

Veterans’ advocacy is stronger when more voices join the fight. 🇺🇸📣⁠ ⁠ Join the VFW Action Corps and stay connected to the issues that matter to veterans, service members and their families. Get Action Alerts, legislative updates and the tools you need to make your voice heard on Capitol Hill.⁠ ⁠ Stay informed. Stay engaged. Take action.⁠ ⁠ Together, we’re stronger. 💪⁠ ⁠ 🔗 vfw.org/ActionCorps ⁠ #VFW #Veterans #VFWActionCorps #StillServing #VFWAdvocacy #VeteransAdvocacy

From Khost, Afghanistan, to a Massachusetts writing festival, Army veteran, VFW Life member and #HelpAHero scholarship recipient, Tom Laaser is turning his passion for creative writing into a mission to help fellow veterans process PTSD and reconnect with civilian life.⁠ ⁠ vfw.org/media-and-events/lat…⁠ ⁠ #Veterans #VFW #SportClips #StillServing #VeteranStories #PTSDAwareness

Know the signs. Start the conversation. Be there when it matters. During Suicide Prevention Month, take time to learn the warning signs that someone may be thinking about suicide. Awareness and action can help save a life.⁠ ⁠ If you or a veteran you know are in crisis, stand by them. Help them make the call — dial 988, then Press 1.⁠ ⁠ #SuicidePreventionMonth #Military #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters #VFW

Nonpartisan. But not apolitical. The VFW does not endorse political candidates or parties. But advocating for veterans and the issues that affect them? That’s been part of our mission from the beginning. 🎙️ Hear more on Episode 73 of #StillServing: The VFW Podcast, out NOW! Listen to “Sets and Reps" at vfw.org/Podcast or wherever you get your podcasts. 💡 Pro tip: Watch the full episode on YouTube: piped.video/JqOhs4ZSNtA #VFWPodcast #VeteransAdvocacy

At VFW National Headquarters, we gathered to honor America’s prisoners of war and those still missing in action, and to reaffirm a promise that does not fade with time: We will never forget. Today’s POW/MIA Recognition Day presentation reflected on the history and meaning of this solemn observance, the symbolism of the Missing Man Table, and our nation’s continued commitment to account for and bring home America’s missing service members. We remember. We honor. We will never forget. Watch the full commemoration here: piped.video/UapRAA2Rnro #POWMIARecognitionDay #NeverForget

The promise to bring our missing home does not fade with time. On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, the VFW remembers America’s prisoners of war and missing service members, stands with the families still waiting for answers and renews our commitment to ensuring our nation accounts for every American who has yet to return home. We will not rest until they are all accounted for. Read more: vfw.org/media-and-events/lat… #POWMIA #NeverForget #VFW

For nearly eight decades, America’s airmen have answered the call with courage, innovation and an unwavering commitment to service. We proudly salute all airmen, past and present. Happy 79th birthday, @usairforce! 🇺🇸 ✈️ 🫡 Read more: vfw.org/media-and-events/lat…

Today, we celebrate Constitution and Citizenship Day, commemorating the signing of the U.S. Constitution by our Founding Fathers on September 17, 1787, and honoring the enduring principles upon which our nation was built.⁠ ⁠ #ConstitutionDay #VFW

More than 100 VFW and Auxiliary members came to Washington, D.C., this week to advocate for veterans—and it paid off.⁠ ⁠ Thank you to @RepNancyMace for providing the critical 218th signature needed to advance the Major Richard Star Act, and to @RepMarkTakano and every member who signed H.Res. 1247.⁠ ⁠ This victory wasn’t won in one meeting. It was built through years of relationships, persistence, and grassroots advocacy.⁠ ⁠ We’ve won another battle, but the fight continues. We won’t stop until the Major Richard Star Act becomes law.⁠ ⁠ #MajorRichardStarAct #VFW #VeteransAdvocacy #ForVeterans #StillServing

🌏 After witnessing the Defense POW / MIA Accounting Agency ’s mission firsthand in Southeast Asia, VFW National Commander Cory Geisler is calling for greater awareness and support for the ongoing search for America’s missing.⁠ ⁠ More than 80,000 U.S. service members remain unaccounted for from conflicts dating back to World War I and for the chief, bringing them home is part of a promise veterans understand well: Never leave anyone behind. 🕯️⁠ ⁠ vfw.org/media-and-events/lat… ⁠ @dodpaa #POWMIA #NeverLeaveAnyoneBehind #VFW #ForVeterans #StillServing