Site Sponsorship

We are currently seeking website sponsorship. We have three packages available and would love to fill every sponsorship spot. For more information please contact Harry Dunmire @ 229-234-1370

CANDY DONATIONS WANTED!!

🎃👻 TRICK OR TREAT… WE’VE GOT A SWEET DEAL! 🍬🥤 Bring us a bag of Halloween candy and get a FREE DRINK! 🧡 Help us fill our candy stash for our Field of Screams while you sip on something FREE. It’s a win-win! 🕷️🍭 🍬 Bring Candy 🥤 Get a FREE Drink 🎃 Have some spooky fun! Come see us and join in on the Halloween fun! 👻✨

Happy Birthday Navy

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Navy... forged in 1775 and still standing watch around the world. Today we honor the Sailors, past and present, whose courage and commitment protect our nation’s freedom.

Operation Enduring Freedom

VFW Post 5978 salutes the Veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom. Your service, strength, and sacrifice will always be honored in our community.

We're Hiring

VFW is HIRING!! Please check the announcements for details.

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WELCOME TO BERRIEN COUNTY POST

Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment
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 the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

Announcements

We’re Hiring!

VFW Post 5978 is growing, and we’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. If you’re passionate about serving our community and supporting local veterans, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

  • Security Guards

If you are interested in helping with security, please don't hesitate to get in touch with

Alecia at 501-259-1373.

 

WHAT IS THE SCOUT OF THE YEAR PROGRAM?

Annually, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States recognizes individuals who are: Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award recipients, and/or Sea Scout Quartermasters who have risen above their peers in exemplifying the qualities of that rank. 

If you would like to submit a Scout for this award, please reach out to our post for more information.

 

★ VFW Lounge Open to the Public ★

Welcome to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Lounge at Berrien County VFW Post 5978.

We proudly welcome veterans, families, friends, and the local community to enjoy a friendly, laid-back atmosphere where you can unwind after work, relax with friends, and grab a cold drink. Whether you're stopping in after work or just looking for a place to relax, our lounge is open and ready for you.

Open to the Public
Everyone is welcome during regular lounge hours unless otherwise noted for private events or special functions.

Hours of Operation
Monday – Saturday: 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Location
Nashville

To all our regulars, we appreciate you more than you know. You’re what makes this place special, and to those who’ve been thinking about coming out, consider this your invitation. Come see what The VFW Lounge is all about.

Stop by, kick back, and support local veterans programs with every visit.




News & Events

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Membership

Membership Details

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.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 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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Post News

Important Info for Post5978 Members

Memorial Announcement

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District News

Important Info for District 2 Members

August VFW Dispatch

Member Dispatch

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VA Resources

Helpful links for Veterans

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Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Inclement weather

Due to the inclement weather expected for tomorrow Jan. 9 please consider closing your post to protect our veterans and your patrons until after the storm passes. - Commander Schreiber

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Happy Veterans Day

Veterans Day message from the State Commander. Georgia Stands TALL!

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Reaches $17.92 Billion Total in Benefits Secured for Veterans

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) announced today that its National Veterans Service (NVS) program has helped vetera...

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VFW Salutes the Navy on Its 251st Birthday

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Today the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to join a grateful nation in celebrating the 251st birthday o...

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OUR MISSION

That the purpose of this Corporation 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.