Welcoming the veteran and military community to YOUR West Seattle VFW! We PROUDLY support our local West Seattle heroes!
First off, on behalf of Post 2713, allow me to thank all of you for your continued support and donations during the Memorial Day and Veterans Day weekends. It’s truly great to meet with you all face to face. We enjoy hearing your stories and those of veterans that are close to you. These two weekends are significant in raising money that go directly to our veterans program. Examples of this can be
03/31/2026
First Friday. This Friday April 3 is our dinner celebration of local veterans. Meet our neighbors from every walk of life. Potluck style so bring a side dish or desert. Main dish is a hearty soup.
5:00-9:00 PM with live guitar entertainment by Brian T. Lally.
The Cold War veteran in the picture will be there. Come find out who he is?!?!
3601 SW Alaska Street.
03/18/2026
Preparing to enter the European war in 1917
03/18/2026
Germany in March 1919. 107 years ago.
02/22/2026
Legacy room is taking shape. We have been planning to convert our office space into a display of the important items.
Some are brought back by our warriors from overseas. Some are current recognition of our veterans giving back to the community. While others are medals earned, military training accolades, and flags that draped coffins.
Our “ticket window” is shown in some photos.
We will announce agrand opening and will invite everybody to come take apeak.
A big thank you to Team Depot for supplies and inspiration.
02/05/2026
Happy 85th Anniversary to the USO!
The United Service Organizations (USO) played a critical role in Vietnam from 1963 to 1974, providing morale-boosting support to U.S. troops. (Photo: National Archives)
02/05/2026
Looking for a flexible, meaningful job while you’re in school? The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring students through the VA Work-Study Program to help serve those who served.
Who can apply:
• Students using VA educational benefits
• Enrolled at least ¾ time
• All fields of study welcome
Why apply:
• Flexible work schedules
• Non-taxable income
• Real-world experience and valuable skills
📩 Learn more: email [email protected]
with “Work Study” in the subject line
📞 Or call 1-800-562-2308
Serve your community. Build your future.
01/19/2026
USS Arizona passing out to sea under the Brooklyn Bridge on her first voyage since being put in commission, 1916.
01/19/2026
Are you a survivor or relative of a Veteran who passed away while in service, or from their service-connected injuries? You could be eligible to receive free Gold Star License Plates and free or reduced registration.
Learn more: https://www.dva.wa.gov/license-plates/gold-star-plate
01/19/2026