Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Dept Of Nc

Conduct Patriotic Programs in local schools in order to promote Americanism; various essay type programs to promote excellency and competition among local students. Provide local senior citizens centers with reading materials, gifts and other items designed to provide social welfare and comfort. Perform funeral details for deceased veterans and repast for bereaved families when called upon to do so. Assist veterans by providing information relating to VA benefits and distribute food , clothing and other necessities to needy families during Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays.

Provide the necessary personnel and financial resources to entertain hospitalized veterans at local VAMC, nursing homes and senior citizen's nursing homes. Conduct social programs to support and enhance the social welfare of members and their families. Participate in local parades with other local groups such as Fayetteville State University, City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County Veterans Council and the local civic organization, Martin Luther King Committee. Assist in conducting non-partisan voters' registration and get out the vote campaign.