WELCOME TO SPRINGDALE POST NO. 9617

Veterans of Foreign Wars - Stamford CT
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Kosovo, Persian Gulf, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.


Suicide Prevention Training

for Veterans, Service Members, & Their Families

You will learn:

Early warning signs of suicide
How to identify if someone needs help
How to take action
October 17, 10:30 am to 12 pm
Stamford Veterans Resource Center
Old Town Hall, 175 Atlantic St.
Information will be provided on
veteran-specific mental health resources!

Stamford Veterans Resource Center

Stamford Old Town Hall, 175 Atlantic Street

A place for veterans and their families to be empowered, directed, and connected to available resources and services.  Located at Stamford Old Town Hall (175 Atlantic Street).

The hours of the center are from 10:00am – 1:00pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays

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.

DONATE TO SPRINGDALE POST NO. 9617

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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Announcements

Upcoming Events

  • Post Meeting, Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 7:30 pm, Belltown Fire Department. Agenda.
  • Suicide Prevention Training for Veterans, Service Members, & Their Families, Thursday 17 October, 10:30-12:00, Stamford Veterans Resource Center. 
  • VSO visit to SVRC, Tuesday 22 October, 08:30 am - 1:00 pm. Must make appointment to sit with VSO.
  • Stamford Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony, 10 November. Click here for all details and other associated events.
  • Toys for Tots meeting Friday, 25 October, 5:30 pm, 1111 Summer Street, 2nd floor
  • Fall Vet Fest, 2 November 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Community Center, 8 Simpson Street, Newtown CT
News
  • Connecticut veterans organizations struggle to survive
  • In Photos: Stamford honors its veterans with a parade and remembrance.
Useful Links

 

 

No Once Does More For Veterans

Post News

Important Info for Post9617 Members

Veterans: ‘A slap in the face’

Stamford veterans, others call Columbus, Veterans days school calendar change a 'slap in the face'

Veterans Day no longer day off for Stamford students

Columbus and Veterans Day no longer days off for Stamford students after Board of Education vote

District News

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Statewide News

News & Info from your department

CT Veterans

Access Government Services Faster and Easier. The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs Mobile Application allows Connecticut Veterans and residents to access crisis assistance by phone, text, and online chat.

No One Knows how I Feel

Luster & McCoy - No One Knows How I Feel (Patriotic Tribute) aka "You Are Not Alone"

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Celebrates the Navy's 249th Birthday

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins in with our grateful nation in celebrating the birthday of the U.S. Navy, wh...

VFW Thanks Members Still Serving in the Wake of Disaster

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - "Throughout our storied history, times of challenge and adversity have brought forth the opportunity for VFW an...

News & Events

Upcoming events

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Membership

Membership Details

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.

JOIN THE VFW

Join us as brothers and sisters of America to preserve the rights of veterans and support each other as only those who share in the camaraderie forged by conflict can. 

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Keep up-to-date on how the VFW is working to improve the quality of life for veterans, service members & their families and the community.