Golden Valley VFW Auxiliary

10/26/2026

National Day of the Deployed — October 26

National Day of the Deployed honors the brave men and women serving away from home and recognizes the families who carry on in their absence.

Deployments can mean missed birthdays, holidays, and everyday moments. While service members fulfill their missions, spouses and families often manage the household, care for children, and face months of worry and uncertainty.

One meaningful way to show support is to offer practical help to a deployed service member’s family. Provide a meal, help with yardwork, babysit for an afternoon, or give a gas or grocery gift card. Even a simple message—“I’m thinking of you. What would make this week easier?”—can mean more than you realize.

Today, we honor those serving far from home and the families faithfully standing behind them. Thank you for your service, strength, and sacrifice. ❤️🤍💙

10/26/2026

If you are a member of the VFW Post 1894, Clinton MO or Golden Valley VFW Auxiliary, be sure to check your email!

Invitations went out today for our annual Christmas Dinner.
If we didn't have an email address for you, we mailed an invitation postcard to the address we have on file for you.

If you don't receive an invitation and you're a member of either organization, please reach out so we can share the details with you and update our records!

Thanks!

10/22/2026

CLINTON, Missouri.

Shared from MO VFW Auxiliary. Check on your buddies!

10/17/2026

Hey Clinton and surrounding areas...for those of you who stopped by our table on Patriot Day (Clinton Senior Center) or on September 26 at Billiards, Bikes, Blues & Barbecue (Elite Billiards & Ale) and participated in our community coloring project and signed the card for veterans, it was delivered along with some tasty seasonal treats and 🍪 🍪 🍪!

(Pictured l-r: Bonnie May, Darlene Arnett, Garry May, and Bob Arnett).

10/14/2026

SeniorFest 2026 is next Thursday, 9-11 AM. The VFW Post 1894, Clinton MO will be on hand to discuss veteran benefits with veterans and family members.

Senior Fest 2026 is almost here! Join us on Thursday, October 22, from 9-11 AM at the Benson Center for a morning of fun, wellness, and community.

Organizations and service providers—there’s still time to reserve a presenter’s table! Call us at 660-885-8193 or email [email protected] to get involved. We can’t wait to see you there!

Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce

10/13/2026

Wishing a hearty happy birthday to all naval personnel past and present!

10/11/2026

We only have email addresses for slightly more than a third of our members. Please make sure we have an email address or a phone number so that you can get invited to the fun stuff!

10/11/2026

Welcome to new member Karen Thompson, whose membership was unanimously approved at our last regular meeting. She joined under her father's Korean War service record. She also has an October birthday...so we've got a double reason to celebrate!

10/11/2026

Golden Valley VFW Auxiliary and VFW Post 1894, Clinton MO members: Save the date. Invitations are going out in a few weeks by email and/or postcard.

RSVPs are crucial so that enough food is prepared for our guests.

The deadline to RSVP is 11/25.

10/10/2026

Attention veterans, your presence is humbly requested for a special breakfast and assembly to honor you on Veteran's Day, Wednesday, November 11.

Members of the VFW Post 1894, Clinton MO will be participating in the Color Guard that day, too!

Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSYEzK2LxYh5D88W_xqdp0WvSX4scalRqdpieZP9tOgbnK0g/viewform?pli=1