VFW Dept of Georgia

VFW Sr. Vice Commander Cory Geisler shares the ‘why?' behind these overseas fact-finding missions. @VFW_OfficeDC @dodpaa #UntilTheyAreHome #NeverForgotten

Warrior Wednesday - Lamar Pounds Name: Lamar Pounds Current Position: District 9 Commander VFW Post: 658 (Macon, GA) Service Branch: US Army Years of Service: 28 years, 1 month Rank: Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): 00Z50 & 14Z50 (Air Defense Artillery) Eligibility for the VFW: Desert Storm (Southwest Asia Service Medal) Why are you actively involved in the VFW? To help veterans and their families, to help fight for all veterans benefits and make thousands of new friends and contacts that allows me to help others. Hobbies: Playing golf, woodworking, walking and stain glass projects #WarriorWednesday #GeorgiaVFW #VFWSalutes #VFWPostPride

Vietnam War veterans answered the call and endured more than most will ever know. Today, we honor their service and say what matters most: Welcome home. 🇺🇸 #VietnamVeteransDay #WelcomeHome #GeorgiaVFW

On National Medal of Honor Day, we honor the brave men and women who went above and beyond the call of duty in service to our nation. Their courage defines the very best of America. #MedalOfHonorDay #GeorgiaVFW #Honor

Today’s Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security meeting brought an important step forward on HB 108. After strong discussion and a last-minute opportunity for VFW Department of Georgia to speak, a new amendment was added that aligns the bill with federal law requiring accreditation. State Commander Bill Miles and Chief of Staff Dwayne Kilbourne break down what happened, where the bill stands, and why this change better protects veterans from predatory actors. With only three legislative session days remaining, the full Senate could take this up next. We are staying alert and engaged. #DontFeedTheSharks #GAPOL #VeteransAdvocacy #ClaimSharks #VeteransChoice #GeorgiaVFW #HB108

New VFW member in Georgia? Join our VFW 101 Zoom Session to learn the basics, structure, traditions, and how the organization works. March 24 7:00 PM Link available on the Members Only site. #GeorgiaVFW #VFWMembership members.georgiavfw.org

⚠️ URGENT: HB 108 BACK ON THE TABLE ⚠️ The Georgia Senate Committee on Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security meets TOMORROW (3/24) at 4PM to discuss an amended Georgia HB 108. We’re hearing penalties may be added, but accreditation is STILL being ignored. That’s a problem. Federal law mandates accreditation, and courts are already striking down laws that don’t comply (see Louisiana’s overturned PLUS Act). Georgia must get this right. 👉 Speak out NOW: GeorgiaVFW.org/NoSharks #DontFeedTheSharks #HB108 #GAPOL #GASenate

Wear RED today. Our troops remain deployed, including in active regions of the Middle East. Their mission continues and so does our support. Remember Everyone Deployed #REDFriday #SupportOurTroops

Last Thursday, Georgia VFW State Commander Bill Miles took center court with his Chief of Staff Dwayne Kilbourne as honorary co-captains for the #CrowningCourage event. Thank you, @ATLHawks and @CrownRoyal. nba.com/hawks/news/haw… #NBA #TrueToAtlanta #GeorgiaVFW

Happy St Patrick’s Day from Georgia VFW. A great day to celebrate camaraderie and honor those who have served our nation. If you are a veteran looking for purpose and connection, the VFW is here for you. #StPatricksDay #GeorgiaVFW

Join us for a morning of wellness & yoga with Joe Johnson and Iso Yoga presented by @emoryhealthcare at the Emory Healthcare courts 🧘 Register now: on.nba.com/4rAeN44

Georgia VFW membership is growing strong. For the week ending March 15, 12 VFW Posts across the state have exceeded 110% membership, showing the strength of veterans coming together to serve and support one another. Check out the top ten and tune back in and see who sits atop the rankings next weekend! Outstanding work by these Posts leading the way; membership keeps the VFW mission moving forward. #VFW #GeorgiaVFW #StillServing

🏀 Game Day! Tickets are still available for tonight’s @ATLHawks vs. @BrooklynNets #NBA matchup with tip-off at 7:30 PM. Come out to support veterans across Georgia and help honor Georgians who wore the uniform during tonight’s Crowning Courage recognition, sponsored by @CrownRoyal. 🎟 Get your tickets: georgiavfw.org/hawks #Hawks #CrowningCourage #TrueToAtlanta

Why join the VFW Action Corps? ✅ Weekly updates on the VFW’s advocacy efforts on the Hill ✅ Immediate access to a congressional directory ✅ Regular VFW "Action Alerts” on how to get involved when our nation’s veterans, service members and their families need their voices heard on Capitol Hill. 👉 Add your voice to the 300K+ VFW members and veteran advocates who are making a difference #ForVeterans every day: vfw.org/ActionCorps #VFWActionCorps #VFWAdvocacy #StillServing #LeadAdvanceServe #Veterans @VFW_OfficeDC

Veterans have fulfilled their obligation. It’s time for Congress to hold up their end of the bargain. Pass the Major Richard Star Act.

🏀 Tonight: Hawks vs. Nets Tip-off is 7:30 PM, and tickets are still available! Join us for a special night honoring Georgians who wore the uniform and help support veterans across our state. 🎟 Tickets: georgiavfw.org/hawks #Hawks #NBA #CrowningCourage

While advocating for our fellow veterans during our time in our nation's Capitol for the 2026 VFW Washington Conference, some of the Georgia VFW delegation took part in the inaugural Bonus Army Memorial March, bringing attention and honor to those who served before, spotlighting the numerous sacrifices of those who once wore our nation's cloth, and confirming our commitment for all veterans and families for years and decades to come! #VFWDC2026 #BWashingtonDC #GeorgiaVFW

Warrior Wednesday Patsey Schreiber Name: Patsey Schreiber Current Position: VFW National Women’s Veteran Committee Chair & VFW Post 8385 Commander; Past State Commander (Triple Crown) VFW Post: 8385 (Kings Bay, GA) Service Branch: Navy Years of Service: 25 Rank: Chief Petty Officer (E-7) Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): Chief Hospital Corpsman – HMC (SW/AW) Eligibility for the VFW: Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (2) Why are you actively involved in the VFW? My passion with the VFW is identifying and working on Women Veteran Issues and Legislative Issues. Hobbies: riding motorcycles, reading, quilting, and cruising #WarriorWednesday #GeorgiaVFW

We have filed our brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit challenging U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs rules that deny veterans the full education benefits they earned. In Rudisill v. McDonough (2024), the Supreme Court of the United States made it clear that veterans who qualify for both the Montgomery GI Bill and the Post-9/11 GI Bill may receive up to 48 months of combined education benefits. However, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued rules adding restrictions Congress never intended, including requiring a break in service before accessing the full benefits. That is not what the law says, and it is not what veterans earned. Veterans kept their promise to serve. Now it is time for our nation to Honor the Contract. …-org-hqagarhxahbybyd9.z01.azurefd.net/-/media/VFWSit… #HonorTheContract #ForVeterans #StillServing

🇺🇸 The VFW Department of Georgia proudly announces our 2026 #PatriotsPen winners! Theme: “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” 🥇 Sophia Montang (nominated by VFW Post 7402 in Buchanan, Georgia) 🥈 Kyler Harlan (nominated by VFW Post 5978 in Livonia, Georgia) 🥉 Zion Henry (nominated by VFW Post 12180 in Henry County, Georgia) Congratulations to these outstanding Georgia students! #VFWPrograms