VFW Post #7288 Calendar of Events

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Spring Craft Fair

VFW Calabash Post #7288 Auxiliary will host the Spring Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Indoor and Outdoor! Local handcrafted items! Hamburgers and hotdogs for sale! And more! Vendors interested in renting a table contact Cathy Milstead at cmilst@atmc.net

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Connect to VFW NC

New Web Page for VFW of NC is Up and Running! Visit www.ncvfw.org and check it out!

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Looking for Combat Veterans

If you have served in the U.S. Military, served in a combat zone and were honorably discharged, then you may be eligible to become a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

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Veterans Crisis Line

If you’re a Veteran having thoughts of suicide or concerned about one, reach 24/7 crisis support through the new Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) number: Dial 988, then Press 1. Veterans will still be able to call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 to connect with responders. The VCL will also still be available by chat (VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat) and text (838255).

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Brunswick County Veterans Service Office

The Brunswick County Veterans Service Officers are available to help you. Call (910) 253-2233 for assistance.

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800-313-4200 Military and Veteran Family Helpline

A service of the VFW National Home for Children which serves as a living memorial to America's veterans by helping our nation's struggling military and veteran families. It is answered Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm Eastern Time, except holidays. Messages left after hours are answered the next business day. You can also email us at help@vfwnationalhome.org.

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WELCOME TO VFW CALABASH POST #7288

VFW Calabash Post #7288
Welcome to VFW Calabash Post #7288.  If you are a veteran that served in a war zone you may be eligible  to become a regular member.  If you have a family member who served in a war zone you may become  a member of the Post's Auxiliary. Come by the Post located at 900 Carter Drive SW, Calabash, NC 28467 to see what we are all about and pickup a membership form.   For more information on membership see Announcements and Membership details below.  You can also follow us on Facebook at VFW Calabash Post #7288. 

Commander's Corner

Commander Wayne Grigsby

Mission Statement

Team VFW Post 7288 builds camaraderie among United States Veterans of overseas conflicts and the Auxiliary in order to serve Veterans, the military, our community and advocates on behalf of all Veterans. 

 

 Vision Statement

Ensure that Veterans and their families are respected for their service, always receiving their earned entitlements and are recognized for the sacrifice they and their loved ones have made on behalf of a grateful nation. 

 

 Key Tasks

1. Recruit new members always.
2. Build & execute a fundraising plan to support our VFW donation plan to Veterans and local community enablers.
3. Maintain the post home and facilities; always improving within our available resources.
4. Conduct team building events for all members (Veterans and Auxiliary) of VFW Post 7288.
5. Conduct Memorial and Ritual Services for our Teammates who pass.
6. Conduct enjoyable and efficient Kitchen and Canteen Operations to support our fun factor for all members.
7. Create shared understanding and trust throughout the Team VFW Post 7288 and always be great Teammates.

RENEW MEMBERSHIP ONLINE

VFW Calabash Post #7288 Online Membership Renewal is now available.  You can now submit your annual dues and update your contact information online.  Click here to get started!

DONATE TO VFW CALABASH POST #7288

Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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Announcements

 
Thanks to Rick Walton from the Auxiliary we have photos of our many Post activities.  Give us a click at https://vfw7288- photos.blogspot.com/
 
 
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Membership

Membership Details

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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Important Info for Post7288 Members

VFW Auxiliary Members Bring Christmas Cheer To Local Charities

VFW Auxiliary Members Bring Christmas Cheer To Local Charities

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VFW Calabash Post 7288 Awards Patriot Pen winners at Shallotte Middle School

VFW Calabash Post 7288 Awards Patriot Pen winners at Shallotte Middle School

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Applauds VA for Resuming Electronic Health Record Rollout in Michigan

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) commends the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for resuming deployment of its Fe...

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VFW Names 2026 Top National Teachers

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the national top three teachers in its...

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