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Post 845 packs 45,000 meals for people in need overseas

Members of Post 845 pack 45,000 meals those in need at the Forks of the Brandywine Church.


POWER Program

Post 845 supports the VA POWER program.


Holiday Pizza Party at the Coatesville VAMC

Post 845 brings holiday cheer to inpatient residents at the Coatesville VA medical center.


Post Cook Recognition

VFW members recognize and thank our Post Cook for 23 years of service.


Westwood EMS Donation

Westwood EMS Donation for new IV pumps


Santa Visits Post 845

Santa enjoys breakfast at the post leading up to Christmas


Lincoln's Promise Food Pantry

Members of Post 845 donates monthly to the Food Pantry at the VA medical center


Veterans Day at East Bradford Elementary

Veterans Day at East Bradford Elementary


Veterans Day at Springton Manor Elementary

Veterans Day at Springton Manor Elementary


East Nantmeal Veterans Memorial Ceremony

11/9/2024 Color Guard


Fall Cleanout

Fall Cleanout


9/11 FOP Picnic

Posts 845 Hosts Luncheon for Law Enforcement officers


Summer Bash 2024

June 22 event proves to be both fun and profitable


2024 Officer Installation

Officers sworn in at June meeting


Old flag box gets new life

Volunteers help refurbish flag retirement box


Celebration of WWII veteran's 100th birthday

Navy veteran Chet Whiting recalls wartime events in 1940s


2023 -2024 Public Safety Awards

Outstanding police officer, fireman, EMT and dispatcher honored


Youth Awards Banquet

Local winners of Patriot's Pen, Voice of Democracy, coloring contest honored


Post officers elected for 2024 - 2025 term

Most officers will serve an additional term


Honor Guard Members Commended

Ames and Fernholz recognized for exceptional service with Honor Guard


Kids Around The World

Members volunteer to package meals for kids


A Christmas Treat for Coatesville Lady Vets

Lady vets help other lady vets


Breakfast with Santa

VFW Post 845 entertains children on Dec. 17


Beware of Claim Sharks!

VFW headquarters warns veterans to be aware of scams


Lunch for Coatesville Medical Center vets

Post 845 treats Coatesville Vets to lunch


2023 Fall Festival

Post 845 Participates in 2023 Downingtown Fall Festival


Committee Chairs for 2023 - 2024

Commander appoints committee chairs


Senior Vice Commander Thomas Flick honored

SVC honored with membership upgrade to Bronze Legacy Status


New Program to Help Ailing Veterans

New Program provides funds to provide in-home healthcare services for qualifying veterans.


Passing The Gavel

Ernie Griffith Assumes Command


Swearing-in of new officers

Officers elected in 2023 take oath of office


2022 Public Safety Award

Post 845 presents Public Safety Awards


Eagle Scout Project

Eagle Scout project involves flag retirment collection box


Soldier Sanctuary

Post 845 assists in acquisition of van for Soldier Sanctuary


Halloween Party 2022

Prizes awarded for best Halloween costumes


Hometown Heroes

Hometown Hero banner program started in West Whiteland


2022 Golf Tournament

Post 845 Golf Tourney enjoys great weather


Installation of 2022-2023 officers

New officers take oath of office


2022 Officer elections

Elections held at April 5 meeting


Community Safety Awards

Post 845 presents awards to firemen, police officer


Breakfast with Santa

Santa visits Post 845 the week before Christmas


Flag retirement ceremony

Post 845 invited to flag retirement ceremony


Memorial Day events for 2021

Post 845 participates in 11 separate memorial services


2021 Post 845 Golf Tourney

2021 Post 845 Golf Tournament results


2021 installation of officers

2021 installation of officers


Veterans Day Ceremonies 2019

Adjutant Tom Ames suggests teaching students more about military conflicts


Christmas Gift Bags

Post Assists Homeless Vets With Christmas Gift Bags


2019 Installation of Officers

Post 845 officers installed for 2019 - 2020 term on July 9


Honoring distinguished WWII veteran

Noted author thanks VFW Post 845 for rendering military honors


Easter Egg Hunt

Children enjoy Easter Egg hunt at Post 845


Wildlife program at Post 845

Game Commission Officer makes wildlife presentation at Post 845


Bravo Company party

VFW hosts holiday party for Bravo Company on December 1, 2018


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VFW Joins with Main Street to Provide Financial Education to Veterans


VFW Honors National Vietnam War Veterans Day


VFW Names First Woman Veteran to Lead its National Legislative Efforts


VFW Leaders Prepare for Diplomacy, Troop and DPAA Site Visits


VFW Launches 79th Annual Youth Scholarship Contests


Rep. Van Orden Receives VFW Congressional Award


VFW Chief Demands Lawmakers 'Honor the Contract' with Veterans


VFW Announces 2025 National Scholarship Winners


VFW Honors Women's History Month


VFW Prepares to Deliver 2025 Legislative Priorities to Lawmakers


VFW Calls on Administration, Congress to Stop Indiscriminate Firing of Veterans


'Brothers After War' to Debut Nationwide February 28


VFW Reminds Members to Stay Focused Amid Confusion in the Capital


Leading veterans' groups release Independent Budget Recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs


VFW Honors National Black History Month


VFW Remembers Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


VFW Leaders Kick Off New Year With Troop Visits Abroad


Sport Clips Haircuts Donates $1.33M to VFW for Help A Hero, the Largest Veteran Scholarship Program of its Kind


VFW Celebrates Long Overdue Victory as Dole Act Signed into Law


VFW Urges Vigilance in the Wake of New Years Day Terror Attack


VFW Foundation Warmly Welcomes New Executive Director


VFW Remembers President Jimmy Carter


Seasons Greetings from the VFW


VFW Wishes America's Guardians a Happy 5th Birthday


VFW Reflects on the 13th Anniversary of the End of Iraq War


VFW Remembers Pearl Harbor


VFW and Columbia University Announce Military Transition Collaboration


A Thanksgiving Message from the VFW


VFW Action Alert: Pass the Dole Act Now


Message from the VFW National Commander on General Election Results


VFW Reminds Americans that Freedom Isn't Free


Happy Birthday, Marines!


VFW Announces National Initiative with the Grunt Style Foundation to Address Veterans' Mental Health Needs


VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month


VFW Action Alert: Keep TAP Promotion Act in Defense Bill


VFW, SVA Announce 2024/2025 Legislative Fellowship Selectees


VFW Celebrates the Navy's 249th Birthday


VFW Thanks Members Still Serving in the Wake of Disaster


Sport Clips Haircuts Launches Annual 'Help A Hero' Campaign to Raise $1.5 Million for Veteran Scholarships through Nov. 16


VFW Teams Up with Vetrepreneur to Aid Vets in Business Ownership


VFW Day: Celebrate the Legacy


VFW Applauds Congress Passing Emergency Appropriations for VA


Until They All Return Home


VFW Wishes the US Air Force a Happy 77th Birthday


VFW Honors National Hispanic Heritage Month


Always Remember


VFW Readies for Annual September Legislative Conference


VFW Remembers the End of the Afghanistan War


VFW Admonishes Former President for Medal of Honor Remarks


VFW Awards Nearly $750,000 in Scholarships to Student Veterans