ABOUT US

St. Albans, West Virginia, VFW Post 6418 is a member of the Charleston Area Alliance and Chamber of Commerce. 
 
The VFW traces its roots back to 1899, when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service. Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them, and they were left to care for themselves.
 
In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations that would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado, and Pennsylvania, the movement gained momentum quickly. By 1915, membership had grown to 5,000; by 1936, it had almost doubled to 200,000. 

Since then, the VFW's voice has been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, developing the national cemetery system, and fighting for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passage of the GI Bill for the 21st Century, providing expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members and members of the Guard and Reserves serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

The VFW has also fought to improve VA medical center services for women veterans.

Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam War, Korean War, World War II, and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW became the first veterans' organization in 2005 to contribute to the construction of the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010.

Annually, the nearly 2 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. 

From providing over $3 million in college scholarships and savings bonds to students every year to advocating for the elevation of the Department of Veterans Affairs to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there.
 
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RECRUIT A VETERAN DAY AT VFW POST 6418 EVERYDAY!

Veterans, come be a part of the St. Albans VFW Post 6418! Simply call or text the Commander at 304-982-1309, and he’ll walk you through the application process. Now’s an especially exciting time to join, with THE MOVING WALL arriving on June 25, 2026.

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THE WAR AFTER THE WAR

VIETNAM VETERANS WON THE FIGHT AT HOME

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Statewide News

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VFW Midwinter Conference 2024-25

Mid-Winter Conference

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VA Direct Deposit Change

Veterans, family members and survivors: If you receive VA payments across multiple banking accounts, you will need to consolidate to one account by April 20, 2024. This includes educational, disability compensation and pension payments.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

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Announcements

 THE MOVING WALL LOGO
  
The Moving Wall is hosted by St. Albans VFW 6418.
It will be displayed in St. Albans, West Virginia, June 25-29, 2026.
At the St. Albans Shopping Center on Rt. 60.
Opening Ceremonies will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 11 a.m.
All are welcome to attend. 
The third draft of the Opening Day Program agenda is now ready and being reviewed.
Event Brochure content is being prepared.
If you wish to participate, please get in touch with the Commander of St. Albans VFW Post 6418
as soon as possible by phone or text at 304-982-1309.
To request a copy of the agenda (third draft), email:
vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com
Color guard units are welcome and encouraged to contact the Commander of VFW Post 6418.
We would like to have numerous color guard units participate in the opening ceremonies.
 
If you're interested in participating or volunteering for THE MOVING WALL during the time it's here in St. Albans, please get in touch with Commander VFW Post 6418 via Phone/Text at 304.982.1309 or email vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com 
THE MOVING WALL
As we prepare for the arrival of The Moving Wall on June 25th, 2026,
a busy schedule of community events &service programs.
We invite all members & supporters to participate in:

  • VFW Day of Service: Wrapped up on May 10, 2026, for St. Albans VFW Post 6418.

  • Buddy Poppy Drives: Help us support veterans in need by donating to our Veterans Relief Fund. Send a check or money order payable to St. Albans VFW Post 6418, Attn: Veterans Relief Fund, mail it to VFW Post 6418, PO Box 507, St. Albans, WV 25177. 

  • Backpacks4Veterans: Providing essential supplies to support our homeless brothers and sisters.

  • Scout of the Year: Applications for St. Albans VFW Post 6418 were due to the post by March 1, 2026—see details under "Programs.” The deadline to send them to the National VFW HQ was April 1, 2026. 
  • JROTC: Our Award Nomination, previously canceled due to budget constraints, has been reviewed for implementation by St. Albans VFW Post 6418 Commander and will be discussed at the next VFW Post 6418 meeting on May 21, 2021. VFW  Post 6418 is proud to announce that the Commander will propose a $750 scholarship at that meeting, to be awarded to the top JROTC Cadet. If adopted by VFW Post 6418, the winning Cadet will receive a $750 check to further their education.
VFW Post 6418 is also focused on OFFICER TRAINING & SUPPORT, Recruitment & Retention, and Grant Writing to ensure our post remains strong and sustainable. Whether it's through an Honor Guard detail or a local outreach event, there are many ways to get involved.
Contact us today to learn how you can help.
Phone/Text: 304.982.1309   EMail: vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com
 
VFW Post 6418 website admins and potential website admins should be aware that an online VFW6418 website training class is held every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m., hosted by the VFW National Webmaster.
If you are interested in becoming an "Admin" for our website, please let us know. Contact the Commander or Adjutant/Quartermaster.
We are currently seeking VFW Post 6418 members who wish to get involved in this specialized effort. 
 
From West Virginia State HQ: The 2026 State VFW Convention is June 18–21, 2026.
Deadline for reserving a room is May 15, 2026. 

The District 2 Convention was Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Mason VFW Post 9926 (12 p.m.)
District 2 Officers were elected for the new VFW Administrative Year 2026 - 2027, and
New Bylaws were voted on and approved. 
The next District 2 Meeting will be Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Elkview VFW Post 8516 (12 p.m.) 
 
Call or text the Commander at 304.982.1309 (24/7). A VFW Membership Application is always available. Contact the Commander to sign up now! Get involved! There are plenty of great opportunities. Especially right now, as we prepare to host THE MOVING WALL, contact the Commander if you want to volunteer. Lots of volunteers and donations are needed ~ SEE "BUILDING THE WALL." 

DONATE TO ST. ALBANS VFW POST 6418

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.

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Join us as brothers and sisters of America to preserve the rights of veterans and support each other as only those who share in the camaraderie forged by conflict can. 

Commander's Corner

Commander Jerry Mollohan

Welcome to St. Albans, West Virginia, home of the "All America” VFW Post 6418, established on October 3, 1957. As of March 2026, Post 4995 in Thomasville, Georgia, boasted an impressive membership rate of 139.39%. With just fifteen new members, St. Albans VFW Post 6418 could surpass that, reaching a membership rate of 140.67%.
I need your help with signing up new members. 
 
 POST SUMMARY
The All-American program recognizes outstanding teamwork, leadership, achievement, and membership growth in VFW Programs, and Post 6418 is excelling. Right now, VFW Post 6418 has 69 members with an impressive 116.94% membership rate. Annual Members are encouraged to upgrade to Life Membership—there are already 47 Life Members. Life Members can also consider moving up to Gold Legacy Life Membership by visiting vfw.org to manage renewals or upgrades. With steady growth, St. Albans VFW Post 6418 is well on its way to earning both.
"All-State” and "All-American” honors.

VFW Post 6418 is on the rise, and we’re welcoming more veterans to be part of our expanding membership, activities, and community outreach. Our biggest project so far, The Moving Wall, needs extra hands and support. We’re raising funds to cover insurance, materials for the platform that will hold the panels, and transportation costs. You can also help out by purchasing gun raffle tickets or lending a hand with ticket sales.

Take a look at the VFW Post 6418 website and pitch in whenever possible. If you have questions, ideas, or need help and want to chat, don’t hesitate to reach out. VFW.org offers plenty of training and resources, so be sure to explore all that’s available on the VFW National Website. If you haven’t yet, create an account to set up a personalized "MY VFW” for each veteran. Every time you visit VFW.org, you can head straight to "MY VFW” for quick access to loads of helpful information.

For the 2025–2026 VFW Administrative Year, our goal is to welcome 100 new members by June 1, 2026. With teamwork, we can make it happen. I’m counting on everyone to help us reach this milestone, and I’m confident we will. Thanks to membership feedback, we know we’re only thirty-one members away from hitting our target.
 
Meetings are held at 1011 Pennsylvania Ave. on the third Thursday of every month. The next one is scheduled for May 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Arrive early to enjoy informal conversations and take part in the "The Moving Wall" Committee Meeting.

St. Albans VFW Post 6418 is looking for a Chaplain for the 2026–2027 term. If you’re interested, know a member who might be, or are a veteran wanting to join our Post, we’d love to hear from you. Contact the Commander at 304.982.1309 (call or text) or email vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com.

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You can get in touch with the Commander of St. Albans VFW Post 6418 by calling or texting 304-982-1309, or by sending an email to vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com.
 
Two Guns Raffles Available: Foley Defense FD15 "We the People Edition" and a Glock-19.
 
We’re always excited to welcome new members, with annual dues of only $35. Be sure to check out the great benefits of a lifetime membership, too. Veterans interested in joining are invited to attend our next meeting. To get a membership application, reach out to the Commander by phone or text at 304.982.1309, or email vfwriderspost6418wv@gmail.com.
 

According to Article II, Section 216 of the National Bylaws, VFW Post officer nominations take place every March. For Post 6418, nominations were held on March 19, 2026, with elections for six positions following on April 16, 2026. The election report has been sent to the State VFW Headquarters, and the newly elected 2026-2027 officers will be installed on May 21, 2026.
Officers are installed before the Department Convention, but do not assume duties until the Department Commander is installed.

VFW Post 6418 Officer positions:   
1) Commander
2) Senior Vice Commander
3) Junior Vice Commander
4) Quartermaster
5) Chaplain
6) 3-Year Trustee 
 
In the VFW, the 3-Year Trustee automatically moves up to become the 2-Year Trustee the next year, and the 2-Year Trustee then steps into the 1-Year Trustee role the following year. It’s a set process—no re-election needed—as they simply shift roles after completing their 3-Year Trustee term. Guidance for this can be found in Sections 215-217.   

 

At the April meeting, delegates for the National Convention and the WV VFW District 2 Convention were chosen based on membership numbers as of March 31. St. Albans VFW Post 6418 is eligible to elect two voting delegates. The District 2 Convention, hosted by Mason VFW Post 9926, took place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Serenity Hills, 516 Adams Street, Mason, West Virginia 25260.

All VFW Post 6418 officers and members should get acquainted with the 2026 edition of the following: 

VFW Store - VFW Podium Edition, Bylaws, MOP Ritual

Also available for download at vfw.org

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT - VFW

 

The main rules for all St. Albans VFW Post 6418 activities come from the VFW National By-Laws and Manual of Procedure. The By-Laws lay out the basics, while the Manual of Procedure provides more detail. These guide everything the Veterans of Foreign Wars does and aren’t open to interpretation. They’re written plainly and mean exactly what they say.

 
Incoming officers of St. Albans VFW Post 6418 should refer to Section 218 of the Manual of Procedure, which details the responsibilities of each Post Officer. 

Section 220 of the National By-Laws/Manual of Procedures, titled "Removal - Department," states that the Department Commander has the authority to remove any Post officer within their Department for cause if they fail to carry out their duties as outlined in Section 218.