VFW California

State Commander Dave Kuta shares why “I Am the VFW” is a call to action. When one veteran steps up, we all stand stronger. Join a community that continues to serve: vfw.org/Join | [email protected] #IAmTheVFW #VFWCA #WeAreTheVFW

Happy Halloween from the VFW Department of California! Wishing all comrades, families, and communities a fun and safe Halloween filled with plenty of treats and a little spooky fun! 🎃👻 #VFWCA #VFW #HappyHalloween #Halloween

🍂🎃California Posts are embracing the fall season and celebrating Halloween with their local communities! From seasonal festivities to community gatherings and volunteer efforts, these events bring people together and showcase a spirit of service beyond the uniform. #VFWCA #VFW

Today, we honor and remember all service members, past and present, who protect our freedom. Until they all come home, #RememberEveryoneDeployed #VFWCA #VFW #REDFriday

The Commander of Post 5477 in Imperial Beach spoke with sixth graders about the 2026 Patriot’s Pen topic, “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.” 📢 VOD & Patriot’s Pen essay entries are due Saturday, Oct. 31, at a participating local VFW Post! #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing

State CDR Jansen joined Post 9934 for the dedication of Returning Home in Dana Point, honoring service members, their families and welcoming communities.🇺🇸 She also visited Remembering Our Fallen traveling memorial at Heritage Park, on display until 4 p.m. Friday. #VFWCA #VFW

Stronger Posts. Stronger Veterans. 💪 The goal is simple: Reach 100% membership plus one! 🐐 Check out the GOATIE Post Incentives and help your Post grow stronger, one member at a time. #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing #Veterans

⏱️ Got a minute? Get to know your VFW California! Meet Michael G., VFWCA Historian, as he shares more about the program! 🇺🇸 Learn more at vfwca.org. #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing #Veterans

CDR Paula Jansen and Past State Commander Deb Johnson attended the dedication of the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial in Washington, D.C., and paid their respects to Department Adjutant Quartermaster Rodger Meier at Arlington National Cemetery. #VFWCA #StillServing #VFW

In her monthly reflection, State Commander Paula Jansen reflects on October and the months ahead. She looks forward to continuing Going Over & Above Together! 💪 #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing #GoingOverAndAboveTogether #Veterans

On National Day of the Deployed, VFWCA honors the brave men and women serving far from home and the families who support them. Thank you for your sacrifice and service. You are never forgotten! 🇺🇸 #VFWCA #VFW #NationalDayOfTheDeployed #Veterans

🎃 VFW Luneta Post 52 volunteered at the Children's Museum Trick-or-Treat event, handing out 2,600 pieces of candy to 1,429 children and 1,351 adults! 🍬 Thanks to generous donations, the Post made a sweet impact on the community!👏 #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing

R.E.D. Friday: Wear red to honor the brave men and women serving our country.  Remember those deployed. Honor those who served. Support those who serve.  #VFWCA #VFW #REDFriday #RememberEveryoneDeployed

VFW Post 9148 (La Mirada) joined Love La Mirada Day of Service to prepare lunch for residents at Lake Park! With BBQ, smiles, and community spirit, Post 9148 helped make the day special for local residents.🍔🌭❤️ #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing #Veterans

California Posts in Action! 👏VFW Bear Flag Post 1943 (Sonoma) showed its support as a Birdie Sponsor for the VFW District 16 Commanders Cup! 🍔Meanwhile, Post 10125 (Rancho Cordova) enjoyed a post picnic filled with great food, good company, and time together. #VFWCA #VFW

Congratulations to the top Posts for Q1 Community Service Reporting! Division 1–4: 🥇3225 🥈4084 🥉9148 Division 5–11: 🥇3928 🥈9415 🥉7216 👏 The top Post in each division earns $150! Thank you for serving your communities! 🇺🇸 #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing

⏱️ Got a minute? Get to know your VFW California! Meet Ryan G., VFWCA Teacher of the Year Chairperson, as he shares more about the program! 🇺🇸 Learn more at vfwca.org. #VFWCA #VFW #StillServing #Veterans

VFWCA Donations, 26–27 Support veterans and help account for our nation’s missing service members! • NVS: $125 per Post • DPAA: $75 per Post $100 per District All donations must be processed through the Program Dashboard on VFW.org Contact [email protected]

State Commander Paula Jansen joined the Out of the Darkness Walk and Breast Cancer Awareness Walk in San Diego this weekend to raise awareness and support those affected. 💜 Checking in on one another matters every day. #VFWCA #VFW #SuicidePrevention #BreastCancerAwareness

Two more members have joined the list thanks to their recruiting efforts! Congratulations to Andrea G. and Patricia R. for helping strengthen the VFW! 🇺🇸👏 #VFWCA #VFW #MembershipMatters #GoingOverAndAboveTogether