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Next Quarterly Meeting
Sunday, October 25, 2020 at Jewish Federation, Ft. Myers, FL.
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Click on either picture or heading above for more. (Second picture) From left: David Patlak, Chaplain Post 243, Larry Jasper, Commander, Department of Florida, (rear) David Magidson, PNC, (front) Ainslie Ferdee, PNC, Harvey Weiner, National Commander, Steven Jockers, Jr. Vice Commander Department of Florida, Roger Snyder. Commander Post 243. Alan Paley, National Adjutant.
Commander Jasper meets with representatives from the Aleph Institute: To Commander Jasper's right, Rabbi Sandy Dresin, Rabbi Elie Estrin, and Rabbi Aaron Kleinman.
Post 352 Installation of Officers
From left to right, Officer of the Day Ed Margolis, Sr. Vice Commander David Litwack, Post Chaplain Terry Piell, Post Commander Robert Pokost, FL. Department Commander Larry Jasper, and Outgoing Post Commander Gerry Presioso.
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Important Message from Commander Jasper
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Sunday,October 25th, 2020 -- Jewish Federation, Ft. Myers, FL. Our meeting will start at 9:30 am. More details forthcoming...
All JWV members, their guests, and prospective members are welcome to join us at the Department of Florida quarterly meetings and the Convention.
The Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America
- For over 124 Years, the Patriotic Voice of American Jewry
Who We Are
Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. Mission Statement
We, citizens of the United States of America, of the Jewish faith, who served in the Wars of the United States of America, in order that we may be of greater service to our country and to one another, associate ourselves together for the following purposes:
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To maintain true allegiance to the United States of America;
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To foster and perpetuate true Americanism;
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To combat whatever tends to impair the efficiency and permanency of our free institutions;
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To uphold the fair name of the Jew and fight his or her battles wherever unjustly assailed; to encourage the doctrine of universal liberty, equal rights, and full justice to all men and women;
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To combat the powers of bigotry and darkness wherever originating and whatever their target;
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To preserve the spirit of comradeship by mutual helpfulness to comrades and their families;
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To cooperate with and support existing educational institutions and establish educational institutions, and to foster the education of ex-servicemen and ex-servicewomen, and our members in the ideals and principles of Americanism;
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To instill love of country and flag, and to promote sound minds and bodies in our members and our youth;
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To preserve the memories and records of patriotic service performed by the men and women of our faith;
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To honor their memory and shield from neglect the graves of our heroic dead.
If You're A Veteran No Longer Serving -- Why You Should Join Us
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As a member because you are a Jewish Veteran, or as a Patron for one of the following reasons:
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A Family member of a Veteran
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A Local Community Leader
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A Veteran of Other Faiths
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Continue a proud tradition of Jewish-American patriots
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Ensure that our returning veterans and all who came before them receive the benefits and care which they have earned
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Help poor and homeless veterans to assume their rightful place in our community
Why You Should Join Us
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Membership while on active duty and for your first year after separation is free.
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If you are currently serving, numerous free benefits are available to you, including:
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Jewish Cameraderie
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Services/Gatherings in Your Area
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Packages During Holidays
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Transitioning Resources for when you leave active service, including:
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Help with Educational Opportunities and Financing
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Help with Housing Financial Assistance
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Help with Job Placement Assistance
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Help with Accessing Your VA Benefits
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Transitioning You Back into Your Local Jewish Community
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JWV Educational Scholarships Available
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Subscription to the Jewish Veteran Newspaper
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Counseling Resource Assistance Available
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Free Identity Theft Protection Plan
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Financial Resources Available through USAA
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Assistance if you have experienced Anti-Semitism either in the military or in the VA
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JWV Annual Guided Trips to Israel
Click here to link to the Jewish War Veterans of America website.
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