Austin VFW Post 8787 "The Capital City Post"

09/06/2026

Los Arcos @ VFW Post 8787 tonight.

08/31/2026

VFW Post 8787 is honored to host a special Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses Distribution & Training Event for blinded veterans.

When: Friday, September 11, 2026, from 3:00–5:00 PM.
Where: 500 VFW Rd. Austin, TX

Through this program, Meta is donating Ray-Ban Meta AI smart glasses to blind veterans AT NO COST, helping provide access to technology that can assist with reading documents, identifying surroundings, navigating daily activities, and greater independence. Attendees will also receive hands-on training and support.

Must become a BVA Member (free) and meet their eligibility requirements.
Sign-Up: https://bva.org/membership/

RSVP for the Austin, TX event:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uq0zbjB4ebnDWLQE8TMZoqF1qamn-h10SyZiQyvE9X4/edit

Please help us share this opportunity with blind veterans throughout Central Texas! 🇺🇸

08/31/2026

Not just another date, August 31 marks the end of Operation Iraqi Freedom, which began in 2003 and asked hundreds of thousands of Americans to serve and sacrifice with courage far from home.

Nearly 4,500 U.S. service members did not return home.
Another 31,994 service members were wounded in action.
And still today, injuries and illnesses have emerged, persist, and are diagnosed years later.

The mission ended. The effects of service did not.

Veterans returning home have continued to experience health conditions associated with the hazards and exposures of military service. A reminder of the magnitude of what service members have been asked to do and the responsibility that comes with asking them to do it.

Honor the Contract is a reminder of the commitment made when these men and women raised their right hands and signed their enlistment contracts.
Those benefits are not charity. They are not a handout. They are not something a Veteran must prove they deserve. And they should not be up for negotiation after the fact. They were earned.

The VFW continues to call on our nation to Honor the Contract,
Oppose Section 108 of the Take Care of America's Veterans Act,
Stop the reduction of future Veterans' disability compensation to fund other provisions of the legislation

Pass TCAVA without asking one generation of Veterans to sacrifice benefits earned by another.

On this commemoration day, we remember those who served, honor those who never came home, and recognize the strength and sacrifice of the generations who answered the call.
Continue the efforts and tell your representative to remove Section108: https://votervoice.net/VFW/Campaigns/138781/Respond?_gl=1*1omkjs8*_gcl_au*MTA3MDkzOTgyMi4xNzgxMjI3MDI4*_ga*ODgwMTEyMzIyLjE3NTE4Mzc4Nzk.*_ga_GJV0BCNHVD*czE3ODgxMTQ4MDMkbzczJGcwJHQxNzg4MTE0ODAzJGo2MCRsMCRoMjUzNTc3NDA1

07/23/2026

This weekend at the VFW Post 8787 event center. Free, family friendly card trade show hosted by Stargaze.

07/04/2026

Happy Birthday America!

06/21/2026

Free family friendly event, Sunday 6/21
500 VFW Road, Austin TX 78753

06/14/2026

🏆 Congratulations to VFW Post 8787 on achieving **All-State Status** for the 2025-2026 fiscal year!

This prestigious recognition was presented at the Texas VFW State Convention this weekend and reflects the outstanding dedication, leadership, and commitment of our Post to serving veterans, their families, and our community.

The **All-State Award** is one of the highest honors a VFW Post can earn at the state level. It recognizes Posts that excel in membership growth, community service, youth and veteran programs, reporting, and overall performance throughout the year. Earning All-State status demonstrates a strong, active Post that is making a positive impact both within the VFW and in the community it serves.

A special congratulations goes to Commander Rabel, Quartermaster Hoffman, and the entire leadership team whose hard work, vision, and dedication helped make this achievement possible. We also extend our sincere appreciation to every member of Post 8787. This honor belongs to all of you, as it is the collective effort of our members, volunteers, and supporters that continues to make our Post successful.

Thank you for your commitment to the mission of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and for all you do to support veterans, military families, and our community.

Congratulations, VFW Post 8787, on an outstanding year and this well-deserved All-State recognition! 🇺🇸

06/14/2026

05/08/2026

Today, we honor VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), marking May 8, 1945, when the Allies officially accepted N**i Germany's surrender, bringing an end to nearly six years of war in Europe. This day is a profound reminder of the bravery and sacrifices made by our veterans, who fought for freedom, safety, and peace.

VE Day not only celebrated the end of conflict for millions but also heralded the liberation of countless prisoners and survivors of concentration camps. It was a moment of communal relief, where barriers broke down as strangers embraced in the streets, and the lights of once-dark cities shone brightly again.

As we reflect on this day, let’s remember that while the battle in Europe ended, the fight against tyranny was far from over, reminding us of the ongoing importance of vigilance and unity.

05/03/2026

We appreciate the participation of our VFW Post 8787 Members and Auxiliary in the District 28 meeting for the elections of district officers for 2026-27. At today's meeting was also a remembrance ceremony at the Leander VFW to honor the fallen comrades we lost this past year.