ANNOUNCEMENTS

POST MEMBERS ARE ASKED TO REVIEW THE PROPOSED DRAFT MISSION STATEMENT TO BE DISCUSSED AT NEXT POST MEETING:
 

Elk Grove VFW Post 9284 is dedicated to honoring and supporting our active-duty members, veterans and their families through community engagement, advocacy, and education. We strive to preserve the memories of those who served, promote patriotism, and provide a welcoming environment for veterans and the community, ensuring that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Together, we champion charitable initiatives, foster camaraderie, and empower veterans to lead fulfilling lives.

 
Post 9284 Teacher of Year Nomination
 
Music teacher Jeffrey Johnson, School District 59 nominated for teacher of the year by Post 9284 for his commitment to Veterans Day music shows honoring local veterans.
 
 
Commander Al Brenke congratulates Jeffrey Johnson, Byrd School, Elk Grove Village, IL.
 
UPCOMING POST EVENTS
 
 January 18, 2026
 District 4 Voice of Democracy & Patriot Pen Award Dinner
 
January 27, 2026
VFW Post # 9284 Officers Meeting

February 3, 2026, 1900 Hours
VFW Post # 9284 Membership Meeting

70th Anniversary Elk Grove Village Blood Drives
  • 02/07/2026: Time: 0800-1300
  • 05/09/2026: Time: 0800-1300
  • 08/01/2026: Time 0800-1300
  • 12/12/2026: Time: 0800-1300



 

Post News

Important Info for Post9284 Members

Patriot Pen/ Voice of Democracy

Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen Scholarship

MORE INFO

Patriot Pen & VOD Ceremony

POST Awards ceremomy Novemaber 27,2023.

MORE INFO

District News

Important Info for District 4 Members

Veterans Legislation Day 2025

Show up to meet our legislators and support Veterans

MORE INFO

VACCC meeting MVRB presentation Don't miss it

A special presentation by the Illinois Attorney Generals Military & Veterans Rights Bureau

MORE INFO

Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Veterans Legislation Day 2025

Show up to meet our legislators and support Veterans

MORE INFO

VACCC meeting MVRB presentation Don't miss it

A special presentation by the Illinois Attorney Generals Military & Veterans Rights Bureau

MORE INFO

National News

Important info from National VFW

Sport Clips Haircuts Celebrates $1.22M Raised for Veterans' Scholarships & Thousands of Free Haircuts Given During its 2025 Help A Hero Campaign

SAN DIEGO - Sport Clips Haircuts today announced its 2025 Help A Hero Scholarship Campaign raised $1.22 million in support of mili...

MORE INFO

VFW Reaffirms Commitment to US Military Following Operation Absolute Resolve

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) extends its congratulations to the service members who participated in Operation A...

MORE INFO

FOLLOW US

Announcements

POST MEMBERS ARE ASKED TO REVIEW THE PROPOSED DRAFT MISSION STATEMENT TO BE DISCUSSED AT NEXT POST MEETING:
 

Elk Grove VFW Post 9284 is dedicated to honoring and supporting our active-duty members, veterans and their families through community engagement, advocacy, and education. We strive to preserve the memories of those who served, promote patriotism, and provide a welcoming environment for veterans and the community, ensuring that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Together, we champion charitable initiatives, foster camaraderie, and empower veterans to lead fulfilling lives.

 
Post 9284 Teacher of Year Nomination
 
Music teacher Jeffrey Johnson, School District 59 nominated for teacher of the year by Post 9284 for his commitment to Veterans Day music shows honoring local veterans.
 
 
Commander Al Brenke congratulates Jeffrey Johnson, Byrd School, Elk Grove Village, IL.
 
UPCOMING POST EVENTS
 
 January 18, 2026
 District 4 Voice of Democracy & Patriot Pen Award Dinner
 
January 27, 2026
VFW Post # 9284 Officers Meeting

February 3, 2026, 1900 Hours
VFW Post # 9284 Membership Meeting

70th Anniversary Elk Grove Village Blood Drives
  • 02/07/2026: Time: 0800-1300
  • 05/09/2026: Time: 0800-1300
  • 08/01/2026: Time 0800-1300
  • 12/12/2026: Time: 0800-1300



 

Submit TAPS Request

To submit your request for TAPS, please complete the form below.
Type in the code you see below.


DONATE TO VFW 9284

Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.