Hometown Hero Donates $50,000 to the Texas VFW

As our nation observes its 106th Veterans Day, we at Hometown Hero are once again proud to continue our mission of ongoing support to those who served with our most recent donation of $50,000 to the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars.

But what is the Texas VFW, how do they help veterans, and how will this donation (which you helped us make) create a positive impact on veterans? Read on to learn more about how this amazing organization helps those who served, along with how this donation will strengthen veteran advocacy and community across the Lone Star State.

The VFW began 126 years ago out of great necessity during the aftermath of the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars. Many veterans from these conflicts came home sick, wounded, and without pensions or medical care.

United under their hardships, these veterans banded together to fight for their rights and the benefits they deserved, eventually becoming the “Veterans of Foreign Wars” or “VFW” for short.

From their inception, they’ve worked to ensure that veterans of the United States military are respected, receive their earned entitlements, and receive recognition, including that of their loved ones, for the sacrifices they’ve made for our country.

Today, the VFW helps veterans in a number of ways, including:

And on a historical scale, the VFW has accomplished the following:

On November 3, 2025, Hometown Hero's Chief Strategy Officer, Cynthia Cabrera, presented the $50,000 donation to Dave Wallace, Mitch Fuller, and John Jowers of the Texas VFW. This donation will fund the Texas VFW’s State Commander’s membership development and improvement plans.

Through this donation, the VFW will be better equipped to recruit new members into the organization and address contemporary obstacles faced by veterans. By having the resources to expand its membership, the VFW can reach more veterans to provide them with support and assistance, whether it’s through acquiring benefits, helping with invisible injuries, or other means.

Since day one, we’ve been dedicated to giving back to those who have served our country. And over the years, we’ve been honored to partner with the Texas VFW and other incredible organizations, making a real difference in the lives of U.S. veterans, the true hometown heroes.

We would like to thank everyone who has been with us on this journey, whether you’re new or have been with us for years. It’s your support that makes these contributions possible.