VFW Post 6785

Located in Kent, WA the Post was formed in 1978.

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

After three long years due to COVID-19 restrictions, VFW Post 6785 had the fun opportunity of resuming bingo at the Seattle VA’s Community Living Center (CLC).

Special thanks to all who assisted in this activity. We look forward to next month’s bingo!

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

One of the VFW's most important mission is to honor veterans and their families during services at Tahoma working with National Cemetery and other veterans service organizations.

Join us in honoring veterans and their families.

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Read about VFW Post 6785 out of Kent, Washington in the Quarter 1, 2024 newsletter!
Click on the link below to read the newsletter.

Click on the url below into your browser to read the newsletter.

https://t.co/BNm3Kz6XJs

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

VFW Post 6785 (6785) kicks off the City of Kent's Winterfest Parade!

A great way to get into the holiday day season and show some veterans holiday cheer by having the honor of being the color guard for the City of Kent at the Winterfest Parade.

Happy Holidays!

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Kent VFW Post helps provide military honors at Tahoma National Cemetery - https://t.co/h1TI42zjSq

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

On this #VeteransDay we honor those who have served and selflessly sacrificed in defense of our great nation and recognize the enduring spirit of duty, honor, and selflessness that characterizes our veterans – thank you for your service. #VFWSalute

https://t.co/l8v9eohCmF

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Veterans Day 2023 finds VFW Post 6785 at the Auburn Veterans Day Parade!

Thank you 6785 color guard and members for marching in the parade representing 6785 out of Kent, Washington!

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Yesterday, VFW Post 6785 out of Kent, Washington presents a donation to USO Northwest at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

6785 volunteers with the USO and helps where we can supporting their efforts taking care of our troops, families, and veterans!

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

VFW Post 6785 Service Officer and Post Chaplain visited a local veteran Max who served in the U.S. Navy.

Max Korean and Vietnam Veteran residing at a local assisted living facility. Max served from 1952 to 1972 as a Machinists Mate.

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Today at 0530 hrs VFW Post 6785 celebrated Puget Sound Honor Flight Mission #34. Mission 34 represents the 10th anniversary of Honor Flight at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport!

Happy Anniversary Puget Sound Honor Flight.

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Quoting VFW Post 6785’s Commander Walt Tanimoto, “volunteering with the Post honor guard providing military funeral honors and support at Tahoma National Cemetery is one the most personally rewarding and fulling things we do in the VFW, and a way we give back to the community.”

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

Here is VFW National Commander Duane Sarmiento with a special message on this 22nd anniversary of the start of the Afghanistan War. #OperationEnduringFreedom #VFWSalute

[VFW Post 6785 @VFWPost6785]

Happy 45th VFW Post 6785!

VFW Post 6785 was organized 29 September 1978.

The Kent Post was formed in 1978. The Panther Lake Post was formed in 1991. In 2008 the two posts consolidated and became known as the Kent-Meridian Post 6785.

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

#OTD in 1814, the “Star-Spangled Banner” was written by lawyer and poet, Francis Scott Key with the hope to heal a divided nation and encourage fellow Americans to rise above party politics.
https://t.co/4zxgF87l1B

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

A Happy 109th Birthday to the VFW Auxiliary National Organization! Thank you for all you do #FORVETERANS, service members and their families!

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

#ICYMI Your VFW was on hand as Army pilot Capt. Larry Taylor was awarded the Medal of Honor in recognition of his heroic actions to save his fellow brothers-in-arms during the Vietnam War. #VFWSalute

https://t.co/ggErC68dOd

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

The VFW announces its inaugural gaming league, Combat Tested Gaming. Working with veteran-owned @KCCrewSports, this initiative provides service members and veterans the chance to hone their skills while connecting with fellow gamers. #VFWGaming https://t.co/v3LrUgMMhH

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

Here’s VFW National Commander Duane Sarmiento with a special message on this Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance. #VFWSalute

[VFW National HQ @VFWHQ]

September is National Service Dog Awareness Month and in honor of your “battle buddy,” let us know how you two are #StillServing!

https://t.co/c1d6UTUOQK

[WA Veterans Affairs @WDVA]

Job Announcement!

WDVA is looking for a Suicide Prevention Peer Specialist.

https://t.co/eHsqivj5S7