District 1 (VAVS) Coats and Shoes Drive for Local Veterans

Now through November 30, 2020 - Drop-Off by VFW Post 3137 Front Door Entrance

VFW and VFW Auxiliary (VAVS) Representatives for Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center are reaching out to to ask for your support concerning a priority unmet need of our Charleston area veterans. There is a need of Winter coats and shoes/boots for these veterans. It's a great opportunity for our Post Members to to help provide these essential clothing items for these veterans.

The coats and shoes/boots must be NEW and the sizes that are most needed are as follows: Coats (size large, extra large, and 2 extra large). Shoes (size 10-13, including half sizes. There will be very specific distribution of these items to the veterans managed by Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center. 2020 has been a very difficult year so far. Helping to fulfill these unmet needs for these local veterans would be an a very positive step.

2020 Virtual Veterans Day Parade

November 11, 2020 - @ 12:00pm

The Department of Veteran's Affairs and VA Medical Center's Virtual Veteran's Day Parade airs on the Ralph H. Johnson Facebook page (https://m.facebook.com/VAMCCharleston)

On October 18, our post shot videos of our parade on the beach for consideration in the parade. VFW Post 3137 has submitted and VA Medical Center selected our 30 second among the best 150 thirty second videos to be played.

Other Notable Dates:

• Tues. Nov. 10th, 10 a.m. - Grand Marshal #1 on Channel 4's LOWCOUNTRY LIVE
• Weds. Nov 11th, 10 a.m. - Grand Marshal #2 on Channel 4's LOWCOUNTRY LIVE
• Weds. Nov 11th, 12 p.m. -  Parade airs on the Ralph H. Johnson Facebook page (https://m.facebook.com/VAMCCharleston)

Donation: Electric Stair Lift

Do you have anyone who might need an electric stair lift?  A friend who is moving from her condo to a retirement home and no longer needs hers.  She is willing to donate it to anyone needing it.  It's the kind you sit in and ride up and down the stairs.  It currently spans 15 steps but that can be expanded/extended by purchasing additional rails.

Please contact David Sowers sds3239@comcast.net for more information!

Next VFW Post 3137
Monthly Comrades Meeting

Monday November 9, 2020 @ 6:30pm

Guests this month from the Military Magnet Academy include Col. Joe Dawson (USAR ret), Mr John Snowden (Cpt. USMC Vietnam service).

Our meetings are a great opportunity for everyone to stay informed and play a part of all we do at post 3137 to support our fellow veterans, their families, and the mission of the VFW.   

Important topics which affect you and the operation of our post, including business related items, post improvements, upcoming social events, and volunteer opportunities are discussed and crucial decisions.

Can't make the meeting but have ideas or suggestions for the post, email them to vfwpost3137@gmail.com and we'll make sure to address them.

Next VFW Post 3137
Monthly Post Auxiliary Meeting

Monday November 16, 2020 @ 6:30pm

Members are encouraged to actively participate and hope you can attend. Meetings are an opportunity for everyone to stay in touch and be a part of all that we do at post 3137 to support our fellow veterans, their families, and the mission of the VFW. 

Can't make the meeting but have ideas or suggestions for the post, email them to vfwauxiliary3137@gmail.com and we'll make sure to address them.

VFW Post 3137 Expands Digital Footprint in Social Media with Instagram

As we continue growing and to communicate with more and younger veterans, VFW Post 3137 added Instagram to our portfolio. Now in conjunction with our Website, Email Communications, Facebook and in post information, you can also Follow Us at https://www.instagram.com/vfwpost3137/.