About

Established in 1914, members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Auxiliary are dedicated to serving the veterans of this country and our communities in honor of the sacrifices and commitment of every man and woman who has served in uniform. The VFW Auxiliary is one of the nation’s oldest veterans’ service organizations, and its members are the relatives of those who have served in overseas combat. On November 18, 1931, the Auxiliary of Post 1760 Charter was established. The Auxiliary is an integral part of the VFW and supports a wide range of programs that address issues of national importance to veterans. These programs are designed to preserve veterans’ rights, advocate for a strong national defense, promote patriotism, and provide community service.

Auxiliary of VFW Post 1760 on site at Mesa Cemetery for the Memorial Day ceremony handing water bottles and support for those in attendance. (May 30, 2016)

Today, the Auxiliary remains actively involved in a wide range of activities. One of the most important programs the Auxiliary established is donating over $3 million annually toward cancer aid and research. All proceeds go 100% to the cause, with no overhead costs. The Auxiliary offers programs for veterans, their families, young people, and the community at large. Many of these programs have expanded and are now widely accepted institutions within both the community and the nation. Although these programs are run locally, they are also part of a larger nationwide effort administered through the VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters. The influence of the Auxiliary is so deeply ingrained that its subtle guiding hand often goes unseen or unrecognized.

Auxiliary VFW Objectives

Provide assistance to the VFW Post and its members whenever possible

Provide assistance to the Auxiliary members whenever possible

Maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America

Maintain fidelity to the Constitution and Laws of the United States of America

Foster true Patriotism

Maintain and extend the Institutions of American Freedom, Equal Rights and Justice to all men and women

Preserve and Defend the United States of America from all her enemies whomsoever

The Auxiliary to the VFW Post 1760 has a current enrollment of members, and continues to grow. Membership is open to all those that qualify.

Eligibility

Members must be citizens of the United States or a United States National, and at least 16 years old.

Those eligible are:

Husband/Wife
Widower/Widow
Father/Mother
Grandfathers/Grandmothers
Sons/Daughters
Grandsons/Granddaughters
Brothers/Sisters

Of persons who were or are eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.

Those eligible for membership in the VFW are those that have received a campaign medal for overseas service; have served 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days in Korea; or have ever received hostile fire or imminent danger pay. Click here for more information.

Step- and adopted parents, children, siblings (and half-siblings), grandparents and grandchildren are considered the same as biological parents, children, siblings, grandparents and grandchildren and may join the VFW Auxiliary under their VFW-eligible veteran.

Proof of service is required for eligibility and must be obtained by the applicant.

Information on a veteran’s service record can be obtained by contacting:
National Archives and Records Administration
Phone: 1-866-272-6272
Online:

Military Records Request Using Standard Form 180 (SF-180): http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/standard-form-180.html

Veterans Service Records: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

4-Step Veteran Request Process: https://vetrecs.archives.gov/VeteranRequest/home.html

Applying

To apply for membership with the VFW Auxiliary you can apply onsite at the Post 1760 building:

65 S. MacDonald
Mesa, AZ 85210

Complete application form either at the Post building or online here and bring with you

Annual membership is $25

Provide for proof of eligibility (only if veteran is not a member of the same Post)

The local Auxiliary will investigate your eligibility and vote to accept or reject your application

*You can also postal mail your application, fee and proof of eligibility to our Post building addressed to ‘VFW Auxiliary of Post 1760’:

Being an VFW Auxiliary member

May attend Auxiliary, County Council, District, Department (state) or National meetings, and is allowed to enter the business session of these meetings

May be a Delegate to the National Convention

May participate in any of the National Programs and earn Auxiliary, District, Department (state) and National Awards

May qualify for Cancer Care Plus Insurance Program (Cancer Insurance)

May receive a Cancer Grant, if eligible

May purchase self-pay insurances and burial benefits

May participate in member benefits received through the mail, e-mail or listed on the National website

May receive VFW Auxiliary Magazine and e-newsletter