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America's Navy is a force as relevant today as it's been historically significan for the last 238 years. The times may change, the threats may become more obscure, the complex nature of 21st century life may make the demand for such presence less obvious. However, now more than ever, the Navy is something to be aware of Something to be thankful for. Something to be proud of.

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WELCOME TO VFW POST 12222 ORO VALLEY ARIZONA

No One Does More For Veterans

We would be honored to have you join Post 12222, share your experiences and contribute to our mission of supporting each other, our families, and our nation. We are not just a group of warriors but also a family who stands together in times of war and peace. We are Veterans helping Veterans.
 
VFW Post 12222 Oro Valley Arizona Stood Up on May 23rd, 2023.
 

Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENT 

 

VFW 12222 Buddy Poppy Drive


Tomorrow May 24th from 10 am - 2 pm

Oro Valley Ace Hardware
11921 N 1st Ave, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

In Flanders Fields

 

In Flanders fields, the poppies blow
     Between the crosses, row on row,
   That mark our place; and in the sky
   The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
   Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
                          In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:

 Memorial Day Flag Raising
26 May 2025
Help Raise and Retire Flags

Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge
16045 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85739
Raising: 0700
Retirement: 1700


 
 

 
 
Honor The Flag
14 June 25
Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge
16045 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85739
Raising: 0700
Retirement: 1700


 

April 29th Officer Election and Induction
  
Commander Harwood
and
District 5 Commander Mike Bullock Commanders
Administering Charge Instructions

 
                                                                                                                        2025 Officer Induction:                                                                               
                                                                  (L-R) Bob Jackson (Chaplin), Bob Armstrong (3 Yr Trustee), Thomas Robles (2yr Trustee/Surgeon), 
                                                                  Griff Straw (1 Yr Trustee), Fred Alstock (Adj). Pete Pederson (QM), Ray Silas (SVC/JAG), Jeri Harwood (CMD)
                                                                  (NOT PHOTOGRAPHED): George Lipphardt (JVC), Lisa Sato (Service 
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Membership

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

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Statewide News

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Get Maximum PACT Act Benefits: Aug. 9 Is the Deadline to Get Pay Backdated to 2022

Veterans or their survivors who want to file benefit claims for a toxic exposure-related medical condition under the PACT Act need to do so -- or declare their intent to -- by Aug. 9

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Calls on Nation to Remember the True Meaning of Memorial Day

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - As the nation approaches Memorial Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is urging all Americans to pause and ...

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VFW National Commander Joins Day of Service Sponsors to Aid Homeless Vets

NASHVILLE - VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt joined alongside leaders from Humana, CenterWell Senior Primary Care and USAA on M...

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OUR MISSION

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.