Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo
Donate to
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo

Events of
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo

Shop to support
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo
Tote bag
Hoodie
Mug
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo
‘s
Programs & Services

Veterans and Family Support
Provides support through National Veteran's Service, Unmet Needs program, Heal a Hero Scholarship, and SVA Fellowship.

Youth Programs
Offers Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen for youth, along with Scouting and Teacher of the Year recognition.

VFW Post Support
Provides grants and awards for VFW Posts, including Military Assistance Program (MAP) Grants and Community Support Grants.

Advocacy
Advocates through National Legislative Service (NLS) and National Security & Foreign Affairs (NSFA).

Other Initiatives
Focuses on Mental Health Awareness, Employment & Military Transition, and commemorative events.

Public Servant Recognition
Recognizes public servants like EMTs, law enforcement, and firefighters.

About
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Department Of New Yo


Founded in
1972
EIN
14-1291393
IRS 501(C) Type
501(c)()
Category/Type
Community Development
Address
1 VIOLET AVE POUGHKEEPSIE, NY 12601-1509 United States
Website
http://vfwpost170.org
Phone
-
Email address
-
About
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of New York, founded in 1972, is a branch of the national VFW tracing its roots to 1899. It advocates for veteran rights, offers support, and fosters camaraderie. Key programs include community volunteerism, scholarships, and supporting VA services. The VFW has been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration and creating GI Bills.
Mission
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF NEW YO stands with veterans in Poughkeepsie, providing camaraderie and support to those who served their country.

Looking for other organizations in
New York, United States
?
{Similar 1}
Helps young people develop critical thinking, debate skills, and civic engagement through workshops and educational programs.}
City
State

What it means when a nonprofit is
“Verified by Zeffy”
- 100% of your donation goes directly to the nonprofit’s mission, not to the fundraising platform
- You’re giving through a platform that believes nonprofits shouldn’t have to pay to fundraise
- Verified nonprofits have access to top-tier fundraising tools at no cost because we believe every dollar should power impact
Every $50,000 raised on other platforms = $2,100 lost to fees.
With Zeffy, you keep 100%. Always.
What $2,100 could fund instead:
