Greetings!

 

Time is almost up to get your group on the map for this year’s Day of Service.

 

Check out this amazing video from a Day of Service event last year in St. Louis. It will get you thinking about how you can get your event on the map for 2026!

You’ve joined us before, so you know hosting a Day of Service event doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are a few important things to keep in mind:

 

• Holding an event in May is a requirement for All-American status.

• Small groups are fine — two or three people is more than enough! 

• Keep it simple.

Need Some Inspiration?

• Take a look at some of the projects that have been picked up by local media

• Here are 100 Ideas for Day of Service sure to get you going

• Check out last year’s photo gallery for even more great ways to join in

Order Your NEW Day of Service T-Shirts

 

Already signed up and ready for May 2nd? Fantastic! It’s time to order the newly re-stocked Day of Service T-shirts in time for your event. Expedited shipping is available by calling the VFW Member Service Center at 1.833.VFW.VETS (1.833.839.8387).

 

Don’t forget you can always email info@todaysvfw.org or head to the Day of Service Resources Page for more ideas and support with your event.

 

Remember, events can take place any time during the month of May. There is still time to make this year’s Day of Service our biggest one yet!

P.S. Just a few friendly reminders! The following do not qualify for Day of Service: "Buddy"® Poppy drives, membership recruiting, fundraising activities and events not held between May 1 - 31.

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