Every Veterans story is important. Participation in the Veterans History Project (VHP) can help preserve the stories of these individuals. About VHP Established in 2000 by Congressional legislation, the Veterans History Project (VHP) has its roots in a simple family gathering. While at a Father’s Day picnic, Representative Ron Kind (D-WI) overheard his father and... Continue Reading →
Veterans Day on the Hill 2024
Let’s see our state lawmakers and tell them to support veterans ST. PAUL — Veterans Day on the Hill 2024 will be April 17. American Legion National Commander Daniel J. Seehafer will be the keynote speaker. Veterans, their supporters, news media and the general public are invited. The DAV of Minnesota will provide a free... Continue Reading →
Post-9/11 Veteran Service Bonus now available
NOTE: The deadline to apply is June 30, 2024 The 2022 Legislature passed and Governor Walz signed the first-ever Veterans Omnibus Bill that included funding for a service bonus payable to eligible Veterans who served from 9/11/01 to 8/30/21. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is honored to facilitate this program for eligible Veterans,... Continue Reading →
Dakota County Veterans Treatment Court – Peer Mentors
Dakota County is actively seeking Veteran Peer Mentors to support the Carver Dakota County Treatment Court. Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) provides a treatment option to veterans who are engaged in the justice system in lieu of serving time in jail. VTC participants must complete a rigorous year-long commitment to fully participating in a court-ordered treatment... Continue Reading →
Need For Minneapolis VA Volunteers
Minneapolis VA Hospital Needs Volunteers The Minneapolis VA Hospital (VA) is looking for volunteers to help service veterans. Volunteer opportunities include the following: Veteran patient services within the VA: entrance information desk assistance (referred to as “first impressions” volunteer), transporting veterans, Coffee Service, etc., Clinical services within the VA: assistance at medical departments, Veteran transportation... Continue Reading →
Veterans Day 2023
State of Minnesota Veterans Day Program The State of Minnesota Veterans Day Event will take place Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Inver Grove Heights Veterans Memorial Community Center. Veterans Memorial Community Center8055 Barbara AvenueInver Grove Heights, MN Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m., with the official program starting at 10. Veterans Day Information and Events:... Continue Reading →
Happy Holidays 2022
Whatever you celebrate this time of the year, AFSA 858 wishes you and yours the best of holidays. And we wish you the best for the next year. We also wish that all of our service men and women who are deployed, return to us safe and sound.
Family Days 2022
Chapter 858 will be participating at the Family Days for the 934th AW (Aug 6th) and 133rd AW (Aug 21st). Our Chapter will have a booth making/selling popcorn and snow cone's. If you would like to volunteer, please send an e-mail to webmaster@afsa858.org. Time/location for both dates: 0930 - 1000 hours show time at the AFSA... Continue Reading →
The Story Behind the Stars
About the Project During World War II a banner with a gold star was presented to the families of the fallen. The Stories Behind the Stars Initiative was created to organize one central digital location to collect the stories of the 421,000+ Americans who were killed during World War II. These stories will be digitally... Continue Reading →
Post-9/11 Veteran Service Bonus
The 2022 Legislature passed and Governor Walz signed the first-ever Veterans Omnibus Bill that included funding for a service bonus payable to eligible Veterans who served from 9/11/01 to 8/30/21. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is honored to facilitate this program for eligible Veterans, currently serving service members, or Veterans' beneficiaries. MDVA will... Continue Reading →