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VFW Auxiliary To Host A Family Freedom Festival

This event will be hosted by the Plymouth VFW Post 6695.

The Plymouth Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary to Post 6695 will host its Family Freedom Festival during our Easter Party Celebration Sunday, April 7 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at
1426 S Mill St, Plymouth, MI 48170.

This family-friendly event will feature food, music, games and more! It is a festival to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and will include activities and entertainment for all ages. Attend this event and learn about what the VFW Auxiliary does and what we can offer you:

  • Experience the fun events and activities our Auxiliary has to offer.
  • Learn how we promote patriotism and how our members foster love of America by teaching young people and new citizens about our heritage.
  • Hear about our living memorial and monumental tribute to the United States Veterans of Foreign Wars and a safe haven for their families in need.
  • See why we promote the Buddy Poppy.
  • Get information about the best children’s camp around.
  • Apply to support hospitalized veterans.
  • Be informed how to urge our legislators to preserve veterans’ rights and entitlements and to advocate for a strong national defense.
  • Discover educational scholarships we offer and support.
  • Help us to mentor our youth.
  • Sign up to become a member; join the VFW or VFW Auxiliary.

Find us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/VFW-Post-6695

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The VFW Auxiliary is one of the nation’s oldest veterans’ service organizations and our members are the relatives of those who have served in overseas combat. We have more than 475,000 members representing all 50 states who volunteer millions of hours and give millions of dollars to support veterans, military service personnel and their families.

We are a voice for veterans on Capitol Hill and are instrumental in assisting the VFW pass or block
legislation that impacts veterans and their families. We are one of the top 10 providers of volunteer hours in the VA medical system. Every year, members fundraise millions of dollars for charitable projects that benefit veterans and their families. We also provide hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships for our nation’s youth. With nearly 3,900 Auxiliaries, there is likely one in your area working to improve the lives of America’s uncommon heroes.
Learn more at www.vfwauxiliary.org.

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