Veteran Outreach

Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period, there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help.

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Membership

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.

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WELCOME TO WILLIAM ALFRED SUGGS MEMORIAL POST

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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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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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 DuWayne Orth

The mission of Post 5277 is to provide support and assistance to veterans and their families during their times of need while connecting them to the benefits they have earned. We strive to build and maintain camaraderie among our members and strengthen our ties with the community. Our focus will be on recruiting younger veterans, both men and women, to carry on the mission and traditions of our post into the future. We aim to partner with other veteran organizations to ensure that veterans have access to all available resources and possess a voice within their community. We will work closely with community leaders to promote goodwill between veterans and citizens, fostering positive relationships within our community. Additionally, we seek to expand our presence to become more visible and actively engaged in surrounding communities.

 
   
 
 
 


Announcements

 The new Patriots Pen & Voice of Democracy Themes are out Sign up for Scholars App and look for Veterans of Foreign Wars.
 
VFW AUX Meeting: Every 2nd Wednesday @7:00 PM
VFW Post Meeting: Every 3rd Thursday @ 7:00 PM 
 Our Car show was a great success thank you to our supporters and volunteers.
 
                                       Please support our sponsors as they support us.
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Post News

Important Info for Post5277 Members

80th Birthday

Post 5277 will be 80 years old come January 24th 2026

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New Scholarships

Patriots Pen

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Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Requesting Veteran Records

Many have asked how to get a copy of their DD214 or correct their military records.

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Student Veterans of America

GI Bill benefits are the most widely utilized benefits available to veterans. Moreover, veterans on college campuses have demonstrated an eagerness to not only organize but to lead in their communities while pursuing higher education. By supporting the nearly 1 million student veterans on college campuses today, the VFW has a unique opportunity to not only showcase the amazing work of our organization, but we can also harness this leadership potential to grow our organization for future generations of veteran leaders.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Action Alert: Vote YES to Keep Veterans in their Homes

On May 1, the Department of Veterans Affairs ended the Veterans Affairs Servicing Purchase (VASP) program, which offered veterans a "last-resort" o...

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VFW Reaffirms Commitment to US Military as Conflict in Middle East Escalates

WASHINGTON - Last night, the United States struck nuclear targets inside Iran.

As tensions in the Middle East once again fl...

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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.

VFW Post 5277, focuses on assisting Veterans in our local community, partnering with Community organization and leaders, and creating opportunities for Veterans to be successful through their own efforts; through creative, but practical solutions, like planning, and determination that made success possible...