VFW Checkpoint

November/December 2020

Your Checkpoint newsletter has arrived!

We invite you to take this opportunity to see what other Posts around the world are doing to better their communities. Be sure to share the valuable information you get here with your fellow VFW members. Post 936 in Minnesota commissioned a mural on its Post home. In Gladstone, Mo., Post 10906 posthumously recognized a Marine who died in Japan while saving the lives of his fellow Marines caught in a riptide. Children in Manchester, Tenn., vied for the chance to get a VFW-issued Young American Award from Post 10904 during the town’s “Old-Timer’s Day” in October. VFW’s National Chaplain writes about the gift of inspiration during this holiday season.

Be sure to let us know what you are doing in your community. We always are looking to promote the great efforts of VFW. Email jdyhouse@vfw.org your suggestion, and you just might see it in an upcoming issue of Checkpoint.

Promoting Selfless Service

VFW Post 10906 in Gladstone, Mo., recognized the sacrifice made by a Marine serving in Japan. Tyler Rankin died while saving his fellow Marines who were caught in a riptide.

Paint it Forward

In Alexandria, Minn., Post 936 has a new look thanks to artist Tracy Anderson. A mural painted on the outside of the building depicts all branches of military. Anderson’s brother is a veteran working to combat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

A Gift of Inspiration

VFW’s 2020-2021 National Chaplain writes of a gift of inspiration. His Uncle Mike, whom he never met, inspired him to join the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps.

Tennessee Post Inspires Youth

The first-ever Young American Awards were presented by Post 10904 in Manchester, Tenn., in October. Children who could recite the Pledge of Allegiance were given a certificate during the town’s “Old-Timer’s Day.”

Humana Expands Offerings in 2021

Humana’s already expansive Medicare product options is growing in 2021. Some 69 new Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug plans are available in hundreds of additional counties.

Purple Heart Finds its Rightful Home

The Purple Heart for 1st Lt. John Carmody found its way to Stacey Boren at the VFW Regional Benefits Office in Phoenix, Ariz. After a great deal of research, Boren tracked down Marybeth Kelly, Carmody’s niece. Boren said she was “relieved” to help the medal find its way home.

Sign Your Name, Change Your Future

VFW members like you frequently tell us, “I wish I could do more.” Learn ways you can have an impact for future generations of veterans, just by signing your name – all it takes is a few words in your will. Call the VFW Planned Giving Office at 816.968.1119, email plannedgiving@vfw.org or visit vfw.org/plannedgiving for more information.

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