WELCOME TO VFW POST 10059

Serving Trumbull, Shelton ,Monroe, Easton and Redding
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, Vietnam, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 


No Once Does More For Veterans

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. 

Commander's Corner

Commander Graham Bisset

I am pleased to announce that Post 10059 has achieved All American status for the second year in a row.  Thank you to all of our members without your hard work and dedication this honor would not be possible. I am so very proud to be a member of VFW Post 10059. Together we can accomplish anything we set out to do.   
 
It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of VFW 10059 Post member Ronald Bombero.
 
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Announcements

Next meeting Sept. 12th   6:00 PM River Valley. 101 Oakview Dr.

If your having having dinner at 5:00 PM at the Sept 12th Meeting
 
You Must RSVP 7 Days in Advance
we cannot accept reservations after that 
 


      
                          
 Please see the events calendar for events outside the Post 
 
 


News & 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.

Post Offices

Taps

We Will Never Forget Our Fallen Comrades

Post 10059 Meetings 2024

 Meetings will be held at the River Valley Retirement Community 
101 Oakview Dr. Trumbull Ct.
 Meetings 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
January-- ----11th 
February------8th
March---------14th
April-----------11th
May------------9th
June------------13th
July-------------11th
August Canceled 
September-----12th
October--------10th
November------14th
December------12th

VFW Post 10059 Auxiliary

Meetings will be held at the Shelton Community Center 41 Church ST.  Shelton Ct. Wednesdays
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

June----------5th 
July - Meeting Canceled  
August-------------14th
September --------11th
October------------9th
November--------13th
December---------11th

Blood Drive

2024

Give Blood Save a life
 
 Dec. 20th, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Trumbull library 33 Quality St. Trumbull Ct.

 
 Contact Red Cross for an appointment https://wwwredcrossblood.org
 
Note: walks in may not be accepted

Poppy Drive

2024

Thank you to everyone who helped make this years Poppy Drive a success and a special Thank You to all the  people in Trumbull, Shelton, Monroe, Easton and Redding for you generous support.
 

Buddy Checks

Lets All Reach Out

IF you know a Veteran who hasn't attended a meeting or you haven't heard from give them a call. Ask them how they are doing if they need any assistance. If they would like to attend a meeting we can arrange for a ride.

Please join our Call a Buddy Team. 

Don't Feed the Sharks

Beware

Predatory Claim Shark companies are engaging in illegal activities and there is no gray area here, no matter how much money they want to throw at it.

DONATE TO VFW POST 10059

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.

Post News

Important Info for Post10059 Members

Teachers of the Year 2024

Congratulations to this years Teachers of the Year

Red,White and Blue

Congratulations to Nikki Adorante our Red, White and Blue submission for the 6th to 8th grade signing of the National Anthem. Nikki won at the state level and placed 2nd in the National competion. Great job Nikki we are all so proud of you.

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 at the Starting Gate for the 125th National Convention

LOUISVILLE - Iraq War Medal of Honor recipient, author and radio talk show host David Bellavia...

VFW Action Alert: Vote Yes to Include the Major Richard Star Act in the NDAA

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More than 53,000 veterans have been discharged from military service because they sustained injuries while serving our country in...

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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.
 
 

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