Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Department of South Carolina

210 Glassmaster Road Lexington, South Carolina 29072 Phone: (803) 808 - 0317 Fax (803) 808-0417 email: dept@vfwsc.org Commander: Albert Landsperger

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Officer Training The State Training session will be conducted at State Headquarters July 11, 2009 at 1:00 PM. Veterans Serving Veterans

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South Carolina VFW State Headquarters Directions: Take I-20 to exit 55B (eastbound) onto Highway 6 or exit 55 (westbound), turn left off of ramp onto Highway 6. Go to the traffic light just past the "Shell" gas station on the right, turn right on Glassmaster Road. Go past the Lenzing Plastics factory on right, we are next door to the factory as the road curves to the right. The entrance to the parking lot is in the curve. 210 is marked on the mail box.

	OPERATION UPLINK Operation Uplink is a unique program that keeps military personnel and hospitalized veterans in touch with their families and loved ones by providing them with a free phone card. Using contributions from supporters like you, Operation Uplink purchases phone cards and distributes them to servicemen and women who are separated from those they care about.
Make a donation directly to the Department of South Carolina VFW or click on the link and donate at VFW National Headquarters.

The Veterans Golf Classic

The Veterans Golf Classic attracts Military Veterans, active Military personnel and their families from across the country for fun, great golf and camaraderie, all hosted in Myrtle Beach, SC. This three-round team tournament features a different format each day and is flighted based on the combined team handicap. In addition to team awards, the tournament also put members of the VFW against those from the American Legion as the battle for the "Carolina Cup." The "Branch Challenge" let's the service branch with the lowest total three day score take home bragging rights for the year.

Off the course, the event hosts a cocktail party with open bar and light food, and an awards ceremony featuring dinner and open bar. Both events are for player and guest.

Tournament dates are May 17 - 20. Entry fee is just $250. Singles are always welcome and will be paired with other players by the event staff.

Visit www.veteransclassic.com or contact the event directly:
Phone: 800.833.8798 - option 6
Email: vet@golfholiday.com

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Emergency Management Community Service Program

The Department of South Carolina Veterans of Foreign Wars Emergency Management Program is a partnership between our organization and the State Emergency Management Agency providing resources such as volunteers, staging areas (Posts and HQ locations) and Rapid Deployment Communication Systems (RDCS) during times of disasters.  View Power Point presentation:     |     Print/Save EMP/RDCS Brochure

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New Law Authorizes Veterans' Salutes during National Anthem

WASHINGTON (Oct. 30, 2008) -- Veterans and active-duty military not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect this month.

"The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed forces," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. "This provision allows the application of that honor in all events involving our nation's flag."

The new provision improves upon a little known change in federal law last year that authorized veterans to render the military-style hand salute during the raising, lowering or passing of the flag, but it did not address salutes during the national anthem. Last year's provision also applied to members of the armed forces while not in uniform.

Traditionally, members of the nation's veterans service organizations have rendered the hand-salute during the national anthem and at events involving the national flag while wearing their organization's official head-gear.

The most recent change, authorizing hand-salutes during the national anthem by veterans and out-of-uniform military personnel, was sponsored by Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma, an Army veteran. It was included in the Defense Authorization Act of 2009, which President Bush signed on Oct. 14.

The earlier provision authorizing hand-salutes for veterans and out-of-uniform military personnel during the raising, lowering or passing of the flag, was contained in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2008, which took effect Jan. 28, 2008.
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It must be noted the above provision does not accommodate rendering the hand salute while uncovered during the playing of Taps.

Information Highway Initiative We believe communication in the 21st century requires a new literacy. Changes in technology have coincided with changes in Posts, Districts and Department needs. It's an exciting time for the VFW at all levels. But we need to understand how the presentation of information has changed, and we need to respond to these changes. The Information Highway Initiative is an effort to make this happen. View/Print/Save IHI Brochure

We are pleased to announce the following themes for the Veterans of Foreign Wars scholarship programs for 2009-2010: Deadline for entries is November 1, 2009 VOICE OF DEMOCRACY SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION "Does America Still Have Heroes?" PATRIOT'S PEN ESSAY CONTEST "When Is the Right Time To Honor Our Military Heroes?" Click the above links for more details from VFW.

VFW at Work - Share Your Successes!

VFW Posts and Departments across the country are working hard to support America's troops and veterans. Now we're doing even more to help you spread news of your success!

"VFW at Work" is live! This special webpage spotlights grassroots success stories from across the nation.
Check it out at www.vfw.org/vfwatwork . Now we want to hear about your good work! Let us know how you're reaching out to America's heroes. It's easy to share stories from your Department or Post:

Email story ideas to success@vfw.org Or, you can submit your idea at: http://www.vfwdepartmentresources.org/grassroots.asp

If your story is selected for further development, you'll be contacted for an interview!

Julie McCollum
Administrative Assistant
VFW Development Department
816-968-2734

My Health e Vet

My HealtheVet (MHV) is the gateway to veteran health benefits and services. It provides access to:

       • trusted health information
       • links to Federal and VA benefits and resources
       • the Personal Health Journal
       • online VA prescription refill

In the future, MHV registrants will be able to view appointments, copay balances, and key portions of their VA medical records online, and much more! My HealtheVet is a powerful tool to help you better understand and manage your health.   www.myhealth.va.gov

VFW Grants available (Home Depot & Wal-Mart/Sam's Clubs)
Home Depot Grants	Wal-Mart / Sam's Club Store Grants
Posts in need of repairs, be it a leaking roof or a new paint job, may be eligible for The Home Depot Community Impact Grant in the range of $250 - $2,999. Applications are accepted online at www.homedepot.com/impactgrants . Because grants are only provided to groups with 501(c)(3) status, Posts are able to use the VFW Foundation's tax designation for these grants only. The average grant was $2,681. Typically, the grants are awarded in the form of gift cards, which the Post can then take to their local Home Depot store to buy the supplies for their project. So far, Posts have used the grants to spruce up their buildings in the form of new roofs, wheelchair ramps and even fresh coats of paint. If you have questions, please contact: Richard Freiburghouse Manager - Grants Development VFW Foundation 406 W. 34th St. Ste. 514 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-968-1124 fax. 816-967-2789 freiburghouse@vfw.org	$1,000 Available at Wal-Mart & Sam's Club stores! Most Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores have budgeted $1,000 for local veterans or civic groups. It is best to apply for this grant money at the beginning of each year, however it is quite possible that your neighborhood store might still have all or a portion of the funds remaining. The grant application process is quite easy. You will need to fill out a short form to take to the store (link below). Ask for the Store Manager or the person in charge of grant funding. Wal-Mart accepts your Post's 501(c)(19),(c)(3) and (c)(4) designation as proof of your non-profit status. You will need to provide the Post's 9-digit Tax ID (EIN) # on the form. Grants can be used for a variety of activities such as patriotic events, outreach programs, aid to military families in your community and even Post building remodeling. To view a sample grant application click on the following link: Sample Form To run out a blank application that you can fill out and bring to your Wal-Mart or Sam's Club store click on the following link: Blank Form

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