On January 21, 2026, Georgia’s veteran community will gather at Liberty Plaza for Hats on the Hill, a statewide advocacy event led by the Georgia VFW in coordination with VSOs, CVEBs, and veteran organizations across the state. The event focuses on uniting veterans and supporters to push for meaningful action on critical issues impacting those who served.
As the Christmas season arrives, State Commander Bill Miles extends warm holiday wishes to the VFW family across Georgia. This message reflects on the blessings of faith, family, and fellowship, while honoring deployed service members, their families, and the essential workers who serve through the holidays. Commander Miles reminds us that service, sacrifice, and compassion define both the season and the VFW mission year-round, offering gratitude, hope, and unity as we celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year.
VFW Posts and Districts across Georgia joined communities statewide for Wreaths Across America Day, honoring fallen veterans by placing remembrance wreaths at cemeteries large and small. From Georgia National Cemetery to local hometown resting places, VFW members helped ensure every hero was remembered, honored, and taught to future generations.
As we gather with loved ones this Christmas season, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering spirit of our Military, Veterans, and the brotherhood we share. This time of year reminds us of the values that guide our service – light, fellowship, integrity, and unity. May the warmth of Christmas fill your homes with peace and joy, and may the New Year bring renewed strength and continued purpose as we serve together.
Grand Commander Justin Howe shares a heartfelt Thanksgiving message celebrating the spirit of service, fellowship, and fun that defines the Military Order of the Cootie. He extends sincere gratitude to every Pup Tent member, Seam Squirrel, and seasoned Cootie whose dedication continues to uplift hospitalized veterans and strengthen the VFW family. This holiday season, he reminds all members to celebrate with full hearts, loud laughter, and pride in the mission they carry forward.
In this Thanksgiving message, we pause to honor the veterans whose courage, sacrifice, and steady leadership safeguard the freedoms we cherish. Georgia VFW Senior Vice Commander Gonzales reflects on the fortitude and integrity our veterans embody, virtues that continue to guide our communities and strengthen our nation. This heartfelt tribute reminds us that gratitude is more than a holiday sentiment; it is a recognition of the men and women whose service laid the foundation for the blessings we celebrate today.
The Georgia VFW State Commander, D.W. “Bill” Miles, shares a heartfelt Thanksgiving message honoring the dedication, compassion, and daily impact of the Georgia VFW Auxiliary. With warmth, humor, and deep appreciation, he recognizes the Auxiliary as the heart of the VFW family and offers gratitude for their service to veterans, families, and communities across the state. This Thanksgiving reflection celebrates their steadfast support and the strength they bring to the mission year-round.
Tony Dobbins has been elected Chairman of the VFW Southern Conference, taking on a two-year leadership role that will impact veterans across 14 states. His election marks a new chapter of modernization, collaboration, and growth for one of the VFW’s largest regional bodies. With a focus on digital engagement, membership support, and stronger partnerships, Dobbins and the newly elected slate of officers are poised to elevate veteran services across the Southern United States. The historic election also includes Georgia’s Dawn Lemay as Southern Conference Auxiliary President, marking the first time both top roles come from the same state.
The Athens Rock Lobsters hosted a powerful Veterans Appreciation Game on November 8, recognizing U.S. Army veteran and four-time Purple Heart recipient SSG Herb Hood, along with VFW and Military Order of the Cootie leaders. The event celebrated service, sacrifice, and community support for Georgia’s veterans.
The Georgia VFW hosted a successful charity golf tournament at Valhalla Golf Course in Helen, raising critical funds for State Commander Bill Miles’s Special Project supporting PTSD and TBI treatment and awareness. Veterans, supporters, and sponsors united for a meaningful day of camaraderie and impact on Georgia’s veteran community.
