Food Drive

Help support the Hamel Lions as they collect food and money for the local food shelf on November 16th from 10 am to 2 pm. Click on "More Info" for more information.

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Hold Your Lady Tight Night

Country Line Dancing is at the "V"!! Learn to line dance on the best dance floor in the Twin Cities. Check out our calendar for the next event or click on the links to their Facebook and Instagram.

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First Friday Veteran's Breakfast

First Friday Veteran's Breakfast is the first Friday every month from 0800 to 1100. Free breakfast to any veteran. You do not need to be a member of this VFW or another organization. You just need to be a VETERAN!. Breakfast sandwiches, donuts, fruit, coffee, juice and water. If you plan to attend please RSVP at hamelmnvfw@gmail.com.

Life Line Screening

Get screened for stroke and cardiovascular disease risks. Call 888-814-0466 or click here LLSA.SOCIAL/HSCA to reserve an appointment on Saturday November 2nd at the Hamel VFW!

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Thank You To Our Sponsors

Thank you to our Sponsors! Their support of our local Veterans is greatly appreciated! Go to our Sponsors page to learn more about our Sponsors or request to be a sponsor.

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Seeking Members

The Hamel VFW is seeking new members to join our Post. For more information on how to join, click "Join the VFW" below.

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Donate to the Hamel VFW

Please consider donating to the Hamel VFW Post 5903! When you click on the "Donate Now" below, the donation goes directly to the Hamel VFW to help local Vets in need. Thank you for your support!

VFW Podcast

Check out the VFW Podcast every first and third Wednesday of the month. Click on the "Podcast" link below.

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U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's Freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. NAVY

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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U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology to war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

NATIONAL GUARD

Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

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U.S. COAST GUARD

We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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No One Does More for Veterans
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.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terrorism or other peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns.  Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

DONATE TO POST 5903 - HEINZEN DITTER

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

Good news is that 80% of strokes and heart disease can be prevented, according to the American Heart Association. 

Protect your health and get peace of mind with early detection with preventive health screenings from Life Line Screening that will be at Hamel VFW #5903 on Saturday November 2nd, 2024. Learn more and schedule your appointment by calling 1-888-814-0466 and use code HSCA001, or visit Life Line Screening's website at https://www.llsa.social/hsca. There is no time like the present to take action!

Country Line Dancing is here at the "V"!!  Hold Your Lady Tight Night will be every second and fourth Thursday.  Check out their Facebook or their Instagram for more details.
 
All Veterans please join us for "First Friday Veteran's Breakfast".  On the first Friday of every month we will have a free breakfast for ALL VETERANS (no need to be a member of the VFW).  Breakfast sandwiches, donuts, fruit, coffee, juice and water available.  If you plan to attend, please RSVP.
 
We are currently unable to accept anymore reservations between January 1, 2025 and April 30, 2025.

Check out our Calendar page and our Facebook page for more information on future events.   
 
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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.

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 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 Post5903 Members

Persian Gulf War Memorial May Break Ground in 2021

Check out this article from the VFW Magazine about the Persian Gulf War Memorial.

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A Place of Heart and Spirit

From Service in Vietnam to the Iraq War, veterans who once lived at VFW's National Home for Children in Eaton Rapids, MI, share their fond memories growing up as the 'poor little rich kid'.

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District News

Important Info for District 7 Members

We need to act now to get The Veterans Restorative Justice Act - SF 33 Passed

VFW Members and VFW Auxiliary Members, time is of the essence -- we need your action now! We need two phone calls made. The calls takes a little over a minute to make, so you can do this in five minutes or less. A link to find your state senator and representative is in the comments. After you make the calls, comment “done!” Here’s what your local State Senator and State Representative need to hear; more info on this is in the comments also:

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Statewide News

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2025 VFW Podium Edition

Available free at vfw.org

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State Commander David Staehlin featured on Minnesota Military Radio

On August 10th, 2024, Minnesota VFW State Commander David Staehlin was interviewed on Minnesota Military Radio. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-minnesota-military-29223778/

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National News

Important info from National VFW

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

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is honored to partner with the Grunt Style Foundation, a nonprofit organizat...

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VFW Honors National Native American Heritage Month

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) recognizes all service members and veterans of Indigenous heritage as we honor Nat...

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OUR MISSION

That the purpose of this Organization 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.