National Convention Hotels

Comrades and Commanders, We have been getting reports that the hotels for the National Convention are sold out. They are not; we have plenty of rooms still available. If you're experiencing any issues making your reservation due to availability, please don't hesitate to contact our housing team directly for further assistance. The most efficient way to get in touch with them is via email at housing@experiencecolumbus.com. They will be happy to help you resolve any concerns regarding your reservation. Feel free to pass this information to anyone who needs it. Any questions regarding the process please contact Taylor Engle as she is copied on this email. Dan West Adjutant General Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States 406 W. 34th Street Kansas City, Missouri 64111 816.968.1110 www.vfw.org Join at www.vfw.org/join/eligibility

VFW 125th History Book Delay

Thank you so much for your purchase of the VFW Department of Ohio 125th Anniversary 2024 Oral History Project publication. We originally estimated the books to ship in April; however, this expectation has been extended to this fall. Delivery can take up to a few weeks, depending on where you live. VFW Department of Ohio is in no way responsible for this delay. PCI greatly appreciates your understanding and patience throughout this process and unexpected delay. We encourage you to contact us directly should you have any questions about your order. We can be reached at 1-800-982-1590 or by email at PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com. - Drew Clancy, President

Oral History Book Info

VFW Department of Ohio June Convention Information

VFW Department of Ohio June Convention Reservations are now closed. Please Click on the Buttons Below for Testimonial Dinner Information and all of your forms.

19th Hole Testimonial DinnerAgenda, Pre-Reg, Luncheon, Vendor forms

2025 July C of A and Department Training

Please Join us for the July C of A and VFW Department of Ohio Training. July 11-13, 2025. Please click on the button below for reservations.

Cherry Valley Booking Link2025 C of A Tentative Agenda

VFW 126th National Convention - Columbus, Ohio

The 126th VFW National Convention will be held Aug. 9-13, 2025, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. The VFW Department of Ohio is looking for convention volunteers during this year's event in Columbus. A little work and a great time with comrades making this one of the best conventions conducted. Let's show everyone why we are the Founder's State - Volunteer, click on the volunteer button below and see which committee you would like to help out, contact the chairman or call Department Headquarters 614-224-1838.

National Convention InformationVolunteer to Support National Convention

PDC CHRIS HAYNES NATIONAL CANDIDATE ORDER FORM

Please Support our Department of Ohio Candidate PDC Chris "Bubba" Haynes as he runs for National Jr. Vice Commander in Chief!

ORDER FORM

V.F.W. NATIONAL HOME OHIO DAY 2025

Come and join the fun while doing wonderful things for Ohio Day at the VFW National Home.

OHIO DAY FLYER 2025

VFW Membership

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. Or Renew Your Dues, Make a Payment or Upgrade Your Membership - No Login Required!

Join the VFWRenew Your VFW Membership

Department Staff

Department QM/ADJ Richard Curry, rick.ohvfwqm@gmail.com Department Assistant Adjutant Christine Curry, christinecurry.assistantadj@gmail.com Administrative Assistant Shannon Stanley, vfw.sstanley@gmail.com Administrative Support Specialist Beth McKee, bethvfw81@gmail.com

VFW Day of Service Program May 2025

By concentrating veteran-led community service projects on this day, and throughout the month of May, the VFW intends to bring focus to the role veterans play in the well-being of their communities.

VFW Day of Service ProgramVFW Day of Service FAQ Sheet

VFW National Dashboard Training

The Programs Dashboard Tool is your one-stop shop for reporting for VFW Programs. The dashboard will be populated with up-to-date information on which reports VFW National has received, and is a much more efficient way to track your Post, District or Department's progress toward achieving All-American for the membership year.

Dashboard Tool Training

Legislative Updates

For the latest Legislative News and Newsletter members can now go to Programs, under Legislative to read about what is currently happening in the State of Ohio.

Legislative Newsletter

VFW Department of Ohio Website

VFW DEPARTMENT OF OHIO WEBSITE & DASHBOARD The Department website https://vfwoh.org is available to all Ohio VFW Members in Good Standing. Access is gained by using the login on the top right of the site, use your VFW member number with a password of your last name all lower case. If you are unable to login then contact the VFW Department Office at either of these emails or call 614-224-1838: vfwsstanley@gmail.com bethvfw81@gmail.com rick.ohvfwqm@gmail.com

Ohio QM Handbook & Bingo License Guide

The New Ohio Quartermaster Handbook for 2024-25 is available for your use by going to the Members Only page, under QUARTERMASTER INFORMATION, click on Quartermaster Ohio Handbook 2024-25. The Guide for Bingo Licensing is located on our website login to members only and go to Quartermaster Information, look for QM Bingo Licensing Guide. Or use Button Below.

QM TRAINING BOOKBingo License Guide

VFW Ohio Charities

VFW Ohio Charities Website access. Go here for your Charities information

VFWOC

Department Directors/Chairmen

Dept Membership Director is Anthony "AJ" Muniz, amuniz@rockets.utoledo.edu, 419-591-6471 Department Inspector for 2024-25 is Steven Duncan, vfwohinspector@gmail.com 860-916-1811 Department Youth Chairman is Andrew Leidigh ableidigh@yahoo.com, 419-606-1764

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