Statement from VFW Department of California State Commander David Kuta

- 3/13/2026

Comrades and VFWCA Family,

 

Current events in the Middle East are dominating the news day after day. As the situation continues to unfold, it can be difficult to constantly hear updates and developments, particularly when they may echo experiences from your own military service.

 

This is a challenging time for many, but it is important to remember that we are stronger together when we support one another.

 

Whether you served in the Middle East or in another theater, we should take every opportunity to check in on our fellow veterans, servicemembers, and their families. Sometimes simply reaching out, listening, or sitting beside someone in solidarity can make a real difference.

 

I encourage each of you to check in with one another and please do not hesitate to ask for help if you need it.

 

For resources and additional information, please visit:

https://vfwca.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=74089

 

Thank you for continuing to look out for one another.

David Kuta

Commander

VFW Department of California

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Veterans of Foreign Wars            Menifee VFW Post 1956   P.O. Box 321 Menifee, CA 92586

EIN: 95-3319357- 501(c) (19) Veteran Non-Profit: C2326557

 COMMANDER’S CORNER

 

 
June 14, 2024

Our Post has completed another banner year with successful accomplishments in its VFW Programs, stellar Membership increase, and community visibility thanks to an excellent team of VFW members volunteering many hours to accomplish our Mission.
Here is a month-by-month notable accounts of our successful accomplishments:
January 2024:
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Collaborated in developing the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan for a regional non-profit Economic Development Coalition (EDC) in the Southwest Riverside County.
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VFW Post members participate in the Unclaimed Heroes Ceremony at RNC
February 2024:
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Participated in the Mayor’s Tech Idea Exchange – jobs for Veterans
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VFW Programs Award Ceremony at Menifee Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
March 2024
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Collaborated in the Mayor’s Charity Gala
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Participated with our Post Auxiliary in delivering Spring Tea extravaganza
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Coordinated with the City of Menifee – 2nd Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans
April 2024:
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Participated in honoring cadets of Paloma Valley High School NJROTC
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Collaborated with the City of Menifee Better Together Community Beautification
May 2024:
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Participated with Southwest Riverside County Higher Education Coalition in developing a resolution to establish a four-year University in the region
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Participated in the Mt. San Jacinto College State of the College address
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Collaborated with the City of Menifee in delivering Memorial Day 2024
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Elected, appointed, and installed a new slate of officers for 2024-2025 June 2024:
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