VFW POST 9236

About the VFW

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, with its Auxiliaries, includes 2.3 million members in approximately 8,400 Posts worldwide.

Its mission is to "honor the dead by helping the living" through veterans' service, community service, national security and a strong national defense.

The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them, and they were left to care for themselves.

In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000.

Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans.

Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which is being constructed in Washington, D.C., and is expected to open in 2010.

Annually, VFW members and its Auxiliary contribute more than 13 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week.

From providing $2.5 million in college scholarships to high school students every year to encouraging elevation of the Veterans Administration to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there--honoring the dead by helping the living.

We are always looking for new members. Give us a call anytime, or just stop by the post.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9236

3435 Shoal Line Blvd.

Hernando Beach, FL 34607

Telephone [352] 596-9236 for details.

Commander's Message

As your new Post Commander I look forward to getting the year started. I want to first thank Commander Moore for the great year he had here at the Post, and look forward to his assistance during the upcoming year. He and his staff accomplished many things during the past year. With the kitchen up and running and the Post being all-state, I have some big shoes to fill.

I will be talking with both Men’s and Women’s Auxiliaries, the Marine Corps League, and the Hernando County Fishing Club and hope that we can work together here at the Post to make 9236 the best post on the coast. I will be working closely with Rich, the Bar Manager, to bring some new things in to the Canteen live entertainment will be starting on Saturday evenings, every other week, 6:00-10:00 p.m. Please come in and enjoy the fellowship, meet some of our new members, and support the Post. To the new members in the Post, thank you for making 9236 your home, and to the older members, thank you for your continued support.

I would like to congratulate the Post’s new officers. I look forward to us working together in all our upcoming events, both at the Post and in the community. Thank you for your confidence in electing me Post Commander.

John W. DeBok

Semper Fi

Men's Auxiliary

Although the post has long had a women's auxiliary, a men's volunteer unit was unheard of until the VFW's national congress allowed the creation of such units in 2002. Former Commander Dennis Gill said that although his post has wanted to establish a men's auxiliary for four years, it has been difficult finding recruits with proper credentials to join.

The Men's Auxiliary would like to say 'Thank You' to everyone who helped make our Christmas Wish 2009 program a huge success. With your assistance, we were able to provide Christmas gifts for over 80 children associated with the Hernando County Foster Parents Association. Please see the photo gallery for pictures. Again, thanks to all who helped in this endeavor.

Ladies Auxiliary

It was announced at the Mid-Winter Conference that the Ladies Auxiliary was again an All State organization. What that means is that we surpassed our membership goals (thanks to Joan Albury and Sharon Burrichter) and reported on all our required programs. This was done with the support of our all members. We have had a tremendously successful year.

Come on in and join the fun. We are doing lots of great things for our military and our community.

See the Ladies Auxiliary Column in the newsletter for more information.

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Regularly Scheduled Events

Spaghetti Night

Every Wednesday

4:30pm until 7:00pm

Join us for all-you-can-eat spaghetti, served in a delicious meat sauce, salad, bread, ice cream, and coffee for a cost of $6.00 (six dollars). Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

Friday Night Fish Fry

Every Friday

4:30pm to 7:00pm

Join us for breaded fish, fries, and coleslaw for a cost of $5.00 (five dollars). We also feature a shrimp dinner for $6.00 (six dollars), or a comb dinner of fish and shrimp for $7.00 (seven dollars). Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

Steak Night

2nd Saturday of Each Month

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Join us for steak, served with salad, a baked potato, and coffee for a cost of $10.00 (ten dollars). Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

Click here to view our Steak Night Flyer

Sunday Breakfast

Last Sunday of Each Month

9am to 11:30am

Join us for scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, toast, biscuits and gravy, juice, and coffee or tea for a cost of $6.00 (six dollars). Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

Click here to view our Sunday Breakfast Menu

Bar Specials

Everyday - Hot dogs for $1.00 - Chili dogs for $1.25

Sundays - Bloody Mary and Mimosas

Mondays - Draft Beer specials and an open pool table all day.

Fridays - !! Red Shirt Fridays !! Wear a red shirt to get discounts all day.

Saturdays - Open pool table all day.