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Registration is now opened for the Department of South Carolina Veterans of Foreign Wars Department Convention June 22-22, 2025.  You will find the registration form under the Documents Tab.  Please send the registration form to the Department HQs Assistant QM/Adjutant at qm@vfwsc.org so that we can update our database and ensure that your name badges are done in time for the convention.  Also, if you would like to purchase a Page Ad for the Convention Book, please use the Order Form which can also be found under the Documents Tab and send that in with your check/Money Order to:
SC VFW Department Headquarters 
210 Glassmaster Road
Lexington, SC 29072

Build The Walk Memorial VFW Post 8738

SPONSOR A PART OF THE WALK! Your donation will come with a letter for tax deductible purpose.


Wednesday Karaoke and Pool

Pool Tournament begins approximately 8:00pm Karaoke with Terryoke begins at 8:00pm.


FREE Pool Fridays

Come in an play Pool on our newly recovered tables for FREE on Fridays. 1p-11pm


Post Volunteers Wanted-No Experience Needed

Many Hands Make Light Work! Post Member Participation Needed! Non-Post members welcome also!


POST CANTEEN HOURS!

Typical Hours are 3pm-12am Monday through Friday 12pm-12am Saturdays & 12pm-9pm Sun


Fourth Annual VFW DAy of Service May 3

Are you planning to join us for the fourth annual VFW Day of Service on May 3?


NVS Update

VA makes several cancers presumptive for Gulf War and Post 9/11 veterans


Disaster relief request from California VFW

California VFW Department Commander Deb Johnson has confirmed the need for financial assistance for veterans affected by the wildfires there.


Midlands VEAC Flyer


PSO Training

8 March 2025 at 10:00AM


November 2024 Checkpoint

Open it up to read all about the great work of VFW Posts around the country.


Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

As we approach the 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we invite you to participate in a meaningful tribute to honor the memory of a loved one.


Help Those in Need

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is accepting donations to help veterans, service members and military families impacted by natural disasters.


Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

On Saturday, December 7th, the VFW reflects on this event that changed the course of history for America.


2024 South Carolina Run For The Fallen

18-20 October One Mission ~ One Team ~ One Tribute


VA Refrigerated Prescriptions Shipped Via FEDEX

Comrades, please distribute to all Post members. Thanks


US Congressional District 6 (Walterboro, SC Event)

Representative hopeful Duke Buckner is holding a Veteran Meet and Greet on September 5th at 6pm-8pm in Walterboro, SC.


Post Service Officer Duty Changes

The following changes to Section 218 (12), VFW Manual of Procedure are effective immediately:


July/August 2024 Checkpoint

South Carolina Post Hosts Community Events


South Carolina All Americans


National Resource Directory (NRD)

The NRD is a database of validated resources that supports recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration for service members, veterans, family members, and caregivers.


Washington Post article on Claim Sharks

Comrades and Commanders, Here is why you Don't feed the Sharks. Please share as widely as you possibly can.


State and Federal Resources for Women Veterans

List of Resources for Women Veterans


Continuing and New Incoming Quartermasters and Trustees for the upcoming year.

We are pleased to announce we'll be offering 3 separate online Zoom training sessions in advance of the VFW SC State Convention.


Darlington Raceway Cookout Southern 500

VFW DEPARTMENT OF SC - OPENING FLAG UNFURL CEREMONY The VFW is honored to participate in the NASCAR Cup Series, Cook Out Southern 500


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.


PACT Act Information

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


How Will You Celebrate VFW Day?

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


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

VFW Applauds Supreme Court Decision Reaffirming Accountability for Contractors


VFW Commends White House Executive Order Advancing Research, Access to Emerging Treatments


VFW Applauds VA for Resuming Electronic Health Record Rollout in Michigan


VFW Names 2026 Top National Teachers


VFW 2026 National Youth Scholarship Winners Announced


VFW Honors the Nation's Gulf War Veterans


VFW Announces Fifth Annual Day of Service


VFW to Crown 2026 National Youth Essay Winners Live


VFW Commends Bravery and Expertise of Operation Epic Fury Aircrew and Rescue Personnel


VFW Honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day


VFW Debuts New Tool to Streamline VA Benefits Assistance


Rep. Pfluger Named 2026 VFW Congressional Award Recipient


VFW Appalled Major Richard Star Act Vote Blocked for Second Time


VFW First Woman Commander Makes History Delivering Legislative Priorities to Congress


VFW Expresses Condolences for US Casualties of Operation Epic Fury


VFW Affirms its Promise to US Service Members as Operation Epic Fury Begins


VFW Honors Women's History Month


VFW Commends VA for Listening to Veterans' Voices and Rescinding Rule


VFW Named Beneficiary of Harley-Davidson's Second Annual Let's Ride Challenge®


VFW Eager to Deliver 2026 Priority Goals to Congress


VFW Demands VA Rescind Disability Rating Rule Change


VFW Raises Serious Concerns Over VA Disability Rating Policy Interim Rule Change


VFW Applauds Federal Court Decision Striking Down Louisiana 'PLUS Act'


DAV and VFW Unveil Funding Recommendations for Department of Veterans Affairs


VFW Honors National Black History Month


Remembering the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.


VFW Action Alert: Tell Congress to Act on the Major Richard Star Act


Sport Clips Haircuts Celebrates $1.22M Raised for Veterans' Scholarships & Thousands of Free Haircuts Given During its 2025 Help A Hero Campaign


VFW Reaffirms Commitment to US Military Following Operation Absolute Resolve


VFW Announces Annual Publications Contest


VFW Extends Season's Greetings


VFW Applauds Presidential Action Rescheduling Hemp-Derived Products for Treatments


Happy Sixth Birthday, Guardians


VFW Welcomes VHA Restructuring Initiatives


VFW Conveys Condolences for National Guard Members Killed, Wounded in Syria


VFW Marks the 14th Anniversary of the End of the Iraq War


VFW Applauds Common Sense Improvement to Women Veterans' Health Care


VFW Calls on VA Secretary After Second Suicide at VA Facility in 2025


VFW Commemorates National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day


Action Alert: Tell Congress Veterans Deserve Safer Treatment Options


VFW Responds to National Guard Members Shot on Patrol in DC


A Time for Gratitude and Thankfulness


VFW Reaches $16.2 Billion Cumulative Milestone for Represented Veterans


VFW Will Not Stay Silent While America's Heroes are Dragged Through the Mud


VFW Celebrates Veterans' Enduring Legacy


VFW Salutes the Marine Corps on 250 Years


VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month


VFW Still Serving Campaign Shatters Records


VFW Salutes US Navy on Its 250th Birthday


VFW, SVA Announce 2025/2026 Legislative Fellowship Selectees


Post News

Important Info for Post8738 Members

Build The Walk Memorial VFW Post 8738

SPONSOR A PART OF THE WALK! Your donation will come with a letter for tax deductible purpose.

POST CANTEEN HOURS!

Typical Hours are 3pm-12am Monday through Friday 12pm-12am Saturdays & 12pm-9pm Sun

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Fourth Annual VFW DAy of Service May 3

Are you planning to join us for the fourth annual VFW Day of Service on May 3?

NVS Update

VA makes several cancers presumptive for Gulf War and Post 9/11 veterans

National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Applauds Supreme Court Decision Reaffirming Accountability for Contractors

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) today applauded a landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in Hencely v. Fluor ...

VFW Commends White House Executive Order Advancing Research, Access to Emerging Treatments

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) applauds President Trump for signing an executive order on Saturday aimed at accel...

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"That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies."

Announcements

Friends of the VFW 8738,
 
Sunday, March 29th is Vietnam Veterans Day.

 Please enjoy lunch on us if you've served during this conflict.

Welcome home!
 
Scott Craig
Jr Vice Post 8738 
 

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