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The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them,and they were left to care for themselves. 
 
In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000. 

Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans.

Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010.

Annually, the nearly 2 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. 

From providing over $3 million in college scholarships and savings bonds to students every year, to encouraging elevation of the Department of Veterans Affairs to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there.

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Medway VFW charity golf tournament to benefit local veterans

 
https://www.millismedwaynews.com/2026/07/29/579051/medway-vfw-charity-golf-tournament-to-benefit-local-veterans
 

The members of Medway VFW Post 1526 invite golfers, local businesses, and community members to support the 2026 Medway VFW Charity Golf Tournament, to be held on Mon., Aug. 24, at Blissful Meadows Golf Club in Uxbridge.

This annual fundraiser helps support the Post’s mission of serving veterans and the local community. Proceeds benefit veteran assistance programs, Memorial Day and Veterans Day observances, community outreach initiatives, and scholarships for Medway High School students pursuing higher education.

The tournament is open to golfers of all skill levels and includes contests, raffles, prizes, and a post-tournament dinner. Whether you’re an experienced golfer or simply looking to enjoy a great day with friends while supporting a meaningful cause, we welcome your participation.

Community members are invited to register a foursome for a day of golf while supporting a worthy cause. Local businesses and organizations can also participate through sponsorship opportunities or by donating items for the tournament’s raffle and silent auction.

Sponsorship Opportunities are available, including hole sponsorships (custom sponsor signs displayed on the course), and event sponsorships. 

Raffle and silent auction donations ae welcomed. The tournament committee welcomes donations of gift certificates, gift baskets, merchandise, services, event tickets, golf-related items, unique experiences, etc. 

Every sponsorship and donation helps provide valuable support to local veterans and community programs.

To register or learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit:https://birdease.com/34877/register.