Austin VFW Post 8787 "The Capital City Post"

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.

04/23/2026

03/27/2026

Setup underway for the Riviter 3 Strongwoman competition tomorrow 3/28, 9am-4pm at the VFW Post 8787 Event Center.
To expand on the fun, our Canteen Bar opens early tomorrow at 11 AM. We're firing up the grill and serving burgers & hotdogs for lunch -- so come for the competition stay for burgers, brews and women's college basketball! 🏀

03/24/2026

For those committed to serving veterans and military personnel with PTSD, finding high‑quality, affordable evidence‑based resources for the Warriors you support can be challenging. STRONG STAR PTSD Consortium at UT Health San Antonio is offering no‑cost weekend retreats through a DoD‑funded research study designed for military couples coping with PTSD.

Participants can scan the QR code or refer to the attached flyer for more information about this valuable resource supporting psychological well‑being and relationship health in military and veteran couples.

Retreats are held in San Antonio, Texas, and include hotel accommodations, meals, and a monetary stipend for participating couples.

Current retreat dates (additional dates to follow):
Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026
Saturday, June 27, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
Saturday, August 1, 2026 – Sunday, August 2, 2026

03/21/2026

Veteran band at VFW Post 8787

03/20/2026

JUST IN: Rosie the Riviter signed card and bandana has been added. Ammo box giveaway at tonight's show! You can't miss this!