FORMS & GUIDES

Instruction for Printable Forms
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NOTE:  Forms below that are noted as "Interactive" means that you can complete the form via your computer.  Simply download the PDF file to your computer (right click - save link as).  Open it and you can type directly into the PDF and then click the "Email" button to send the results to us.  Remember, you must first save the file to your computer. It will not work directly in the browser.
 
Important Forms

Post & District Officer / Quartermaster Bond and Employee Bonds: Applications and Payments Must be Sent to Department.
 
There are separate forms for Post & District officers (Quartermaster or other officer) bonds and employee bonds.  Please make sure you are using the correct form.  

2026-2027 Department cover letter for Post & District Officer / Quartermaster Bond Application
2026-2027 Post & District Officer / Quartermaster Bond Application
2026-2027 Post & District Officer / Quartermaster Bond Premium Rate Chart
 
If you need to increase a bond during the year, contact Amanda for the proper increase form: amanda@vfwmi.vet 
 
2026-2027 Post Employee, Committee Chairman, Club Manager, etc Bond Application
2026-2027 Post Employee, Committee Chairman, Club Manager, etc Bond Premium Rate Chart

 
Department Frequently Used Forms:
TAPS FORM (print and email to   amanda@vfwmi.vet)
ACH Authorization Form (Post, District, Member)  email to bookkeeper@vfwmi.vet
Dept Travel Voucher   (print and email to   bookkeeper@vfwmi.vet)
Dept Travel Voucher (Fillable)   (print and email to    bookkeeper@vfwmi.vet)
Traditional Buddy Poppy Order Form
Tin Tab Buddy Poppy Order Form
Request Department Officer
 
Bylaw and Incorporation Templates:
Post Bylaws Template
District Bylaws Template
Post Articles of Incorporation Template
District Articles of Incorporation Template
 
Adjutant, Quartermaster & Trustee Forms:
Document Retention/Destruction Policy
Trustee's Report of Audit
Trustee's Report of Audit - Fillable
 
VFW Post Business Forms:
Membership Supplies Order Form
Post Name Change Form 
Post Consolidation Report Form
VFW Charities Post Grant Application
 
TACOM ISSUES:
TACOM Military Equipment:

Ceremonial Rifles:
 
Other Important Forms:

Reports:  
Auxiliary Activity Report Form-to be used by the Auxiliary for submission to Post for Post reporting.



 
Inspections:
 
Department Policies
 
Department Operational SOPs are under the Department Information Tab under the Members Only Tab under the Login Tab on this webpage 









 
Guides

2026-2027 Commander's Guide:                                                                       

2026-2027 Quartermaster's Guide
 
2026-2027 Trustees Guide
 
Inspector's Guide
 
2026-2027 VFW Chaplain's Handbook
 

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More than a Game: The legacy of the VFW Pool Tournament

In 1968, a friendly challenge to a game of pool was thrown out between VFW members from different parts of Michigan. Now, 56 years later, the VFW Michigan Pool League has attracted hundreds of veterans who compete annually.

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State Adjutant shares in-person memory of 1982 DC Vietnam Memorial dedication

VFW Department of Michigan Adjutant & Quartermaster Barry Walter attended the Washington D.C. Vietnam Memorial Dedication on November 13, 1982. Now, 76, Barry recalls being a 35-year-old VFW service officer, witnessing history for his generation of warriors.

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Sport Clips Haircuts Invites Clients to Support Veterans' Futures During 13th Annual 'Help A Hero' Scholarship Campaign

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IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


There is a new cartoon everyday.