Vietnam War Commemorative Partner VFW 2850: June 2015

Sunday, June 28, 2015

Online Fundraising Objectives For 11 November, 2015, Veterans Day

U.S. Vets, Suffering From Unemployment

and Homelessness.

Lets See if We Can Change The Figures

I have started 4 independent online fundraising sites for the purpose of raising monies for needy veterans and their families. We are hoping to raise $5000.  This money is being raised for an upcoming fundraising event in November in compliance with the Vietnam War Commemorative Partner event requirements. We are making our next event a fundraising event with presentation of proceeds collected to be presented to a needy veteran/family or to a Veterans Service Organization on behalf of VFW 2850.
Please share this with friends and family members so we can reach our goal of $5000 by 11 November, 2015, Veterans Day
These sites are:
1)        https://fundly.com/fundraiser-event-for-vietnam-veterans-and-families#
2)        http://www.youcaring.com/various-veterans-associations-within-the-state-of-ohio-373892
3)        http://www.vncp2850.myevent.com/
4)        http://www.plumfund.com/pf/vnwcp2850

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

VFW 2850 Vietnam Commemorative Partner.... Raising Funds to help homeless veterans programs.

Please visit the below link to make a donation

Thursday, June 18, 2015

Vietnam War Commemorative Partner VFW 2850: VFW 2850 Vietnam WarCommemorative Partner Committe...

Vietnam War Commemorative Partner VFW 2850: VFW 2850 Vietnam WarCommemorative Partner Committe...: VFW 2850 Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Committee Meeting June 17th 2015 Meeting came to order at 6:00 PM in the VFW Hall....

VFW 2850 Vietnam War

Commemorative Partner Committee Meeting

June 17th 2015

Meeting came to order at 6:00 PM in the VFW Hall. The following personnel were present

John Meehan

Jan Beckman

Art ledger

Mickey Rimar

Chuck Loeffler

Danny Hubbard

Rick Jones

Tom Forkapa

Art Ledger Jr.

2. John Meehan Mentioned that the guest speaker for this event will be Councilman Brian Cummins

3. Brian Cummins will do the presentation of Flag and Certificate from DOD to Commander

4. Explained that the flag shall be flown at all events that VFW 2850 is involved with.

5. The display will be completed by July 15th and be ready for presentation.

6. The following positions were apponted to establish the Commemorative Committee for
VFW 2850

John Meehan.... Chairman

Rick Jones.........Vice Chairman
Jan Beckman......Secretary
Art Ledger..........Public Affairs Representative
Chuck Loeffler....Events & Project Coordinator
Danny Hubbard...Treasurer
Mickey Rimar.....Assistant Treasurer
Tom Forkapa......Member-at-Large

7. Art ledger suggested to have a meeting with VFW Post2133 and Invite Frank Spinnoli to
     become a commemorative partner
8.   JohnMeehan will follow up on the presentation pins that were ordered.
9.   It was recommended that veterans and guest members to bring a dish for the post picnic for this
      event.

10. Project Coordinator will look into a table setup for the next air show in cleveland.

11. Next scheduled meeting will be on 15 July, 2015 at 6:15 PM

Meeting Adjourned at 6:40 PM

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

House Bill H.R. 969 The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2015

There is a new bill that has been introduced that will help thousands of Vietnam Veterans in their fight for recognition to the exposure to Agent Orange. The House bill, H.R 969 “The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2015” has been presented and is currently under review. This bill is to clarify presumptions relating to the exposure of the “Blue Water Navy” veterans who served in the Territorial Waters of the Republic of Vietnam to Agent Orange.
If you wish to read the bill as introduced, go here: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d114:hr969

History: prior to 2002, any veteran who received the “Vietnam Service” medal was granted presumptive exposure to the 14 diseases associated with Agent Orange exposure. In 2002, the Veterans Administration changed the rules. It now requires the veteran to have set foot on Vietnam soil or had been on patrol on the inland waterways in order to qualify for presumptive exposure to the Agent Orange.

We're asking that you contact your Congressman asking for their support of this very important bill.

The process is pretty simple, just follow these steps:
On internet explorer, you need to type in, or click: http://www.fra.org/ this is for the Fleet Reserve Association.
1. Click on “Advocacy”, and then click on “Action Center”.
2. Scroll down until you find “Support Blue Water/Agent Orange Legislation, (H.R. 969)”. Click on H.R. 969.

a. Scroll down and enter your zip code where it says “Take Action Now”. Click on GO!

b. Scroll down and enter the requested information, i.e. Name and Sender Information.

c. Confirm the box is checked that says “Remember Me”. This will help you if you go back in at a later date for Senate bill updates.

d. Uncheck the box that says “Sign me up for the Action E-List.

e. Click Send Message.

This bill states “Blue Water Navy Veterans", but also encompasses Marines, Army and Air Force personnel that were stationed aboard a Navy vessel in the Territorial waters of the Republic of Vietnam.
If you have not signed up for Veteran’s email, go to http://vnvets.blogspot.com sign up for alerts on information concerning Veteran’s issues.
That’s it! Thank you in advance for assisting our Veterans in getting this bill passed!

Sunday, June 14, 2015

May 26, 1967 | Vietnam War Commemoration

June 1, 1967 | Vietnam War Commemoration

This Week In History | Vietnam War Commemoration

Weekend Tibute Courtesy US Department of Veterans Affairs

Weekend Tribute

We honor Veteran Melvin Garten, the Army's most decorated colonel, who served in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Garten died 5/2 at age 93.

VWCAC Meeting 20150608 | Photo Gallery | Vietnam War Commemoration

New York City becomes Commemorative Partner | Photo Gallery | Vietnam War Commemoration

Viet Nam War Commemmorative Partner Website

Go to and browse the below listed website to get a thorough understanding of the Commemorative Partner Program and its benefits.

http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/

Vietnam War Commemorative Partner VFW 2850: VFW 2850 1st official Committee Meeting June 17th...

Vietnam War Commemorative Partner VFW 2850: VFW 2850 1st official Committee Meeting June 17th...: There will be a meeting on June 17 th , 2015 @ 6:00pm VFW Hall Meeting Agenda 1. Update report on VFW 2850’s Vietnam War ...

VFW 2850 1st official Committee Meeting June 17th 2015 @ 6:00PM

There will be a meeting on June 17^th, 2015 @ 6:00pm VFW Hall

Meeting Agenda

1. Update report on VFW 2850’s Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Program.

2. Discuss presentation ceremony time and protocol in conjunction with Post Picnic on July 18^th, 2015

3. Discuss progress & completion date of VFW 2850 Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Display by July15th, 2015

4. Discuss display content.

5. Discuss after action report and community media

The following committee members are requested to be present

for committee position nominations & appointments.

John Meehan Art Ledger Jan Beckman

Mickey Rimar Tom Forkapa Danny Hubbard

“Chuck” Loeffler

NOTE: This is the 1^st official meeting of VFW 2850 Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Program Committee.

Please try to attend.

All members and associate members of VFW 2850 are encouraged to attend and provide input

For further info call ”Doc” Meehan, Post Surgeon @ 651-1908

VFW 2850 is not part of, or endorsed by Department of Defense

VFW 2850 Viet Nam War Commemorative Partner Ceremony and Annual Picnic July 18, 2015

Vietnam War Veteran Commemorative Ceremony
To Be Held At VFW Post 2850, Cleveland, OH, 44102

Cleveland — VFW Post 2850’s Post Surgeon John Meehan is urging all Local residents and military families to participate in the Vietnam War Veteran Commemorative Ceremony honoring the sacrifices of veterans and military families during the Vietnam War, which began substantial escalation 50 years ago.

“As a US Army Vietnam Veteran and retired Navy we have many friends who are Vietnam War veterans,
I believe we need to show them that their service to their country is both appreciated and honorable. When you are a soldier serving in the field of battle, the origin or popularity or geopolitical ramifications of a war are beyond your control. As a member of the United States military your duty is to your country, your troops and your family — and the hope that you are helping preserve and promote freedom,” said Meehan. “This should not be misconstrued as celebrating a violent conflict, which all military personnel always hope to avoid. We are honoring the brave men and women who risked and sacrificed both life and limb and mental and emotional health to perform their sworn duty on behalf of America, its allies and innocent people whose freedom was in jeopardy.”

VFW 2850 applied to the U.S. Department of Defense to become an official Vietnam War Commemoration Partner. The ceremony honoring Vietnam War veterans will be held on July 18th, 2015 at the VFW 2850 annual picnic. Time of the event will be posted in the near future.

“The local commemorative ceremony committee is led by former military and civilian personnel who are members or affiliates of VFW 2850. They have been working diligently for the past month to make sure the ceremony and the subsequent fellowship picnic are well organized. I will be in attendance and I have informed the committee members that I am available for any task the committee wants me to perform,” said Meehan.

VFW 2850 is inviting members of the media whose parents or grandparents served as United States military personnel, in federal agencies, the USO or otherwise supported the war effort to participate in coverage of the event.