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VFW Post 12136 Car Show

Come out to enjoy our Post annual car show on October 8, 2022 at Cross Ridge Center from 11am to 4pm. See Car Show Flyer for more specific detail.


Lady Veterans

Wounded Women


Gold Star Families Breakfast & Tour


Military Appreciation Luncheon


How Can We Best Honor Their Memory On Memorial Day

Helping a Ranger suffering from Survivors Guilt.


Saying Goodbye to CPT Ray Dunsmore, USMC

CPT Dunsmore's Memorial & Interment


Public Service Awards & Awardees

Public Service Awards


Airborne & Special Operations Museum Visit

Museum Visit


Department of South Carolina Mid-Winter Conference

Capt.John P. Monahan VFW Post and Auxiliary 12136 attend Department of South Carolina Mid-Winter Conference


1st Annual Capt. John P. Monahan Memorial Golf Tournament

Indian Land, SC


Spirit Night at Hickory Tavern

Indian Land, SC


Post Honor Guard News

Indian Land, SC


Honoring WWII Veterans

Indian Land, SC


Department of Defense Extends Online Military Exchange Shopping Privileges to Veterans

DOD News


Contaminated Water Update

Camp Lejeune, NC


VFW SC Sentinel

An Official Publication of the VFW Department of South Carolina


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VFW Checkpoint - November/December 2023

Happy Holidays, Checkpoint readers! We hope you enjoy this installment of your Checkpoint newsletter.


December Commander-in-Chief's Challenge

We’ve got another challenge set out by the Commander-in-Chief for December 2023!


Department of Defense Annual Report on Suicide in the Military

2022 Department of Defense Annual Report on Suicide in the Military provided by the Office of Force Resiliency.


SC Commander Challenge

The Commander has issued a membership challenge


November 2023 Commander's Challenge

For the month of November, Commander-in-Chief Duane Sarmiento has set out a challenge to all VFW Departments to show your leadership and motivational skills in bringing in new and reinstated members!


September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Suicide is a problem that touches the lives of many Americans. Many of us may know someone, such as a friend, family member, or coworker who has attempted or died by suicide. Over the past two decades, suicide rates have steadily risen in the United States. Suicide is currently ranked 10th for cause of death among all ages. It’s important for you to know that suicide is preventable. With commitment and engagement in our communities, workplaces, and homes, together we can help reduce the number of suicides.


September 2023 Checkpoint

Please take this opportunity to see what other Posts around the world are doing to better their communities


PACT Act Information

Downloadable flyer with a QR code that directs veterans and claimants to our Pact Act website


VFW Day of Service

The next VFW Day of Service kicks off the first Saturday of May — May 6, 2023 — marking the start of veteran-led community service projects to take place throughout the month.


VFW Checkpoint – July/August 2023

Open it up to read all about the great work of VFW Posts around the country. Enjoy the articles and remember to let us hear about the good things your Post is doing in the community. Email JDyhouse@vfw.org to share your story. Happy reading! VFW National Headquarters 406 W. 34th Street Kansas City, Missouri 64111


VFW Magazine is Going Digital

Starting in January 2024, VFW will gradually move to transition VFW magazine to a digital-only publication by 2028.


Membership Monday August 14th.

Invitation for August Membership Monday, August 14, 2023, 3:00 PM, EST - Topic: 2023-2023 National Membership Program


The devastation on Maui is significant and has affected thousands.

National Headquarters will match out donations. Please do what you can to support those affected by this event.


Devastating fires in Maui Hawaii

Department of Hawaii is asking for financial assistance to bring relief supplies and aide to those members and their families affected.


Community Blood Drive

“We Will Never Forget” Donate Blood Today, Help Save A Hero's Life


How Will You Celebrate VFW Day?

The VFW’s story began 124 years ago this month – Sept. 29 to be exact – in Columbus, Ohio


4th Annual Trunk or Treat - Family Freedom Festival

11am to 2pm Saturday October 21, 2023 Department Hqts.


October 2023 Commander's Challenge

We have had an incredible start to the membership year, and thus far are on a path to growth! As part of the goal to build a stable and strong membership foundation for the future, one of the best tools we have available is Life Membership. With that in mind, Commander-in-Chief Duane Sarmiento has issued a special challenge for the month of October.


Dept. Cmdrs October Membership Challenge

Recruit 10 or more expired members ...


Post Service Officer Training

Link for the Post Service Officer Training.


October Issue of VFW Checkpoint

Open it up to read all about the great work of VFW Posts around the country. Enjoy the articles and remember to let us hear about the good things your Post is doing in the community.


Click on the title below to read the full article on the VFW National website.

Thankful for the Life We Live


Celebrating Those Who Have Worn the Nation's Uniform


Happy Birthday, Marines!


VFW Ramps Up Efforts to Combat 'Claim Sharks'


VFW, SVA Name 2023/2024 Student Veterans for Legislative Fellowship


VFW Celebrates National Native American Heritage Month Observance


VFW Uncases Its Colors Again on Guantanamo Bay


Happy Birthday US Navy!


Youth Essay Deadline Quickly Approaching


Ten Years of Supporting Veterans Continues When You 'Help A Hero' at Your Local Sport Clips Haircuts


VFW Still Serving Those Who Serve Around the World


Happy National VFW Day!


VFW Calls on Sen. Tommy Tuberville to Lift Hold on Military Promotions


3M Lawsuit Ends in Victory for Veterans


Happy Birthday US Air Force!


VFW Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month


VFW Commemorates National POW/MIA Recognition Day


VFW Launches Exclusive Gaming League for Veterans


Have You Forgotten?


Deadline for VFW Student Veteran Advocates Nears


VFW, Sport Clips Award Nearly $750,000 to Student Veterans


Applications Open for 2023-2024 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship


Happy Birthday US Coast Guard!


VFW Elects Duane Sarmiento as New National Commander


VFW, Humana Team Up to Tackle Food Insecurity for Veterans


VFW National Convention Heats Up in Phoenix


Action Alert: Support Major Richard Star Act Amendment


VFW Calls on SECDEF to Recognize Operation Atlantic Resolve Service with Medal


Freedom 24/7


Barstool Sports & New Amsterdam Vodka Launch Campaign to Support VFW Post Renovations


VFW Names Virginia Post Winner of 2023 Community Service Award


VFW Celebrates Flag Day, Army Birthday


VFW Commemorates the 75th Anniversary of the Women's Armed Services Integration Act


VFW Remembers D-Day


VFW Acknowledges Pride Month


VFW Commemorates Memorial Day


VFW Commemorates Armed Forces Day


VFW Troubled by Reports of Veterans Moved for Profit


Ace Hardware Honors Fallen Heroes with 1 Million American Flags


Winners of VFW Publication Contest Announced


VFW Hosts Second Annual Day of Service


BURGER KING to Give Back to Veterans this Month


VFW Commemorates Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month


VFW Honored as Gold Stevie Award Winner in American Business Awards


VFW Asks Speaker of the House to Honor the Promises of the PACT Act


The Washington Post Editorial Board Wants Veterans to Forfeit Earned Benefits


VFW Commemorates National Vietnam War Veterans Day


VFW Announces Top Teachers in National Contest


VFW Delegation Returns to Southeast Asia


VFW Proudly Sponsors Bataan Memorial Death March