VFW Post 12243 - Union, MO

10/13/2026

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Navy!

10/12/2026

Today marks 26 years since the attack on the USS Cole which resulted in the loss of 17 Sailors and many others who were injured. VFW Post 12243 - Union, MO takes time today to remember the sacrifice a d service of those brave Sailors - Fair winds and following seas.

10/09/2026

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!!!
The VFW offers scholarship opportunities to students through the speech competition known as "Voice of Democracy" for grades 9-12 (up to $35,000); and the writing competition known as "Patriots Pen" for grades 6-8 (up to $5,000)! This year's theme is "What a Veteran taught me in America". Competition details are in the link below. Don't miss this opportunity for your student to "cash in" on their talents! ALL schools, including Homeschoolers, are welcome to compete! Entries are due to VFW Post 12243 - Union, MO by October 31st. Please message us or email [email protected] for more details or to drop off your student's entry! Good luck!!!

https://vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships

10/07/2026

Today marks 25 years since the Afghanistan War began. Let us pause to remember the courage of all who bravely served and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

10/04/2026

🎮 🎲 🧩 ATTENTION ALL VETERANS!! When was the last time you talked trash over a game of spades?! Come out for a night of gaming and camaraderie. We've got video games, Magic: The Gathering, spades, dominoes, etc... Or try out our new Healium VR Headsets!! Bring a guest (15+) and a snack. We'll provide the sodas & Rip Its!! 🧩 🎲 🎮

10/04/2026

Today and tomorrow, VFW Post 12243 - Union, MO remembers the Battle of Mogadishu, Somalia (Oct 3-4, 1993).

10/03/2026

We're all set up here at the Gun Show helping Vets get access to their benefits and recruiting new members! Come see us at the Franklin County Baptist Association Building on Hwy 47 and Support the Veteran's Way - Union, MO! There are LOTS of vendors and great deals going on until 5 today!

🇺🇸 We will have a booth at the Gun Show! There will be a benefits advisor available to help get access to health, education, & death/burial benefits. Be sure to stop by!! 🇺🇸

09/28/2026

🇺🇸 We will have a booth at the Gun Show! There will be a benefits advisor available to help get access to health, education, & death/burial benefits. Be sure to stop by!! 🇺🇸

09/25/2026

Visit our booth and learn about Youth Scholarship opportunities from the VFW at tonight's City of Union Farmers' Market from 4-7pm. A Veterans Benefits Advisor will be present to help any Vet get access to his or her earned benefits. Learn how our Post is doing things differently, and if you're eligible and like us; join us!