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VFW Dept. Assistant Adjutant

VFW Department of Ohio Assistant Adjutant Christine Curry christinecurry.assistantadj@gmail.com

Trustee Reports of Audits

Beginning with the September 30, 2023 Trustee Reports of Audits which will be due no later than October 30th please email your reports to vfwohioaudits@gmail.com.

Dept Administrative Staff

Administrative Assistant Shannon Stanley, vfw.sstanley@gmail.com and Administrative Support Specialist Beth McKee, bethvfw81@gmail.com

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.

2023 JAMES ROMANIS AWARD WINNERS

The Department of Ohio would like to CONGRATULATE the 2023 James Romanis Award Recipients. William "Bill" Mirick VFW Post 2398 District 11 and Renee` Roseberry VFW Auxiliary 8402 District 12.

UNITING TO COMBAT HUNGER GRANT

The VFW joined Humana to build an army to Combat Hunger in 2018 and has raised the equivalent of more than 4.5 million meals. To learn more about the Uniting to Combat Hunger Grant for Posts and Auxiliaries please click the button on the slider.

UTCH GRANT 2023

VFW Mid-Winter Conference Information

Mid-Winter Conference Information for January 11-14, 2024. Click on Button 1 for the agenda. Button 2 will give you all of the information needed to book your hotel, reserve your dinner for the Scholarship Banquet, put in an Ad for your post, or reserve your Past Commander's luncheon ticket. Hope to see you there.

VFW Mid-Winter AgendaMid-Winter Hotel, Banquet, Advertising & Luncheon

Welcome Home

The VFW Department of Ohio is committed to assist in bringing all of our Prisoners of War/Missing in Action back home. They are NOT FORGOTTEN. Click on the button below to see the names of the 22 that have returned home. These 22 have been honored by the National VFW, VFW Department of Ohio and POW/MIA Chairman Ralph Reynolds by attending their funerals and honoring their sacrifice.

POW/MIA Returned Home

Bingo License Season

With the 2024 bingo application year quickly Upon us, Posts are reminded to file their Bingo application well before the December 31, 2023 deadline. Bingo applications must be completed on the Ohio Attorney General Charitable Gaming website application system at https://charitableportal.ohioago.gov. Additional information, including frequently asked questions and registration for bingo training, is available on the OHAG Charitable Bingo website at https://charitable.ohioago.gov/charitable-bingo. If you have any questions, feel free to contact a bingo compliance examiner at 800-282-0515 or email CharitableBingo@OhioAGO.gov. THIS IS A REMINDER FROM YOUR VFW DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS; FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE THE MEMBERS ONLY PAGE CLICK ON BINGO LICENSE INFORMATION 2024.

Don't Feed the Sharks

What is a “Claim Shark”? • A Claim Shark is an individual or company that charges hefty fees to “assist” or “consult” veterans with filing their VA benefit claims – this practice is illegal! • Claim Sharks are not VA accredited, meaning they aren’t required to adhere to the well-established professional and ethical standards of VA accreditation, so their advice can often be misleading or even fraudulent. • Like a “Loan Shark,” once you’re in, you can’t get out, and may be subject to new and hidden fees whenever you get a new rating, no matter who does the work. For more Information go to the Resources tab, click on Don't Feed the Shark Information

Department of Ohio Program Due Dates

Voice of Democracy- Due to Gerald Constable- December 13, 2023 Patriots Pen- Due to Andrew Lideigh- December 8, 2023 Teacher of the Year- Due to Tim Zvoncheck- December 9, 2023 Please make sure that your winners name is turned in to Gerry Constable for VOD on December 13th to order their jackets. Packets are due to Gerry by December 15th.

VFW Dept Office Dec 2023-Jan 2024 Holiday Hours

The VFW Department of Ohio Office hours for the week of Christmas through New Years will be as follows: Dec 22 (8am - noon), Dec 25-26 (Closed), Dec 27-29 (8am - 3pm), Jan 1, 2024 (Closed), Jan 2-5 (8am - 3pm). Have a Happy Holiday Season

VFWOC OFFICE DIRECTORY

VFW OHIO CHARITIES PHONE AND EMAIL DIRECTORY WE HAVE ADDED PHONES TO OUR DIRECTORY FOR THE EMPLOYEES THAT DO NOT HAVE A DESK PHONE DANIELLE WHEELER - ACCOUNT PROCESSOR - Phone No. 614-200-5771 EMAIL - DWHEELER@VFWOC.ORG PAMELA ROBINSON - TREASURER - Phone No. 614-200-5772 EMAIL - PROBINSON@VFWOC.ORG 614-222-1611 STAFF NUMBERS AND EMAILS Iris Foster-DeNieuwe ifoster@vfwoc.org 614-222-1611 Option 1 Ronald Ward - rward@vfwoc.org 614-222-1611 Option 2 Theresa Conkle - tconkle@vfwoc.org 614-222-1611 Option 3 Mina Turner - mturner@vfwoc.org 614-222-1611 Option 4 Logo

Comrade Spotlight

Comrade Spotlight shines a light on one special Comrade a month. Congratulations to Past Department Commander and Current Department of Ohio Legislative Chairman DAVID ROOT! #stillserving

PDC David Root

Office Closing for Pearl Harbor Day

The Department of Ohio Office will be closed on December 7th 2023 to observe Pearl Harbor Day VFW events across the State of Ohio. We will be back in action on Friday December 8th. Please take time if you can to attend a Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony in your area.

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Buddy Poppy Increase

Buddy Poppy Increase effective April 15, 2023

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We welcome all to the Veterans of Foreign Wars of Ohio. 
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If you are a Veteran and need assistance with a VA Claim, Please contact our Veterans Service office at    216-522-3510

The Columbus Office Hours are MON-THUR 8:00 AM  -  4:00 PM 
FRI - 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Business Office Phone 614-224-1838


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