Welcome to VFW Post 4289

Winter Haven Florida

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WELCOME TO HAYNES-HEDRICK POST

Haynes-Hedrick Post
Forged in 1945, Built on Sacrifice.
VFW Post 4289 proudly carries the names of Lt. K.T. Haynes and Capt. Harry D. Hedrick, two young Winter Haven Marines, and Airmen who gave their lives in World War II. For more than eight decades, our post has stood as a living tribute to their courage, a gathering place where veterans, families, and our community honor the past while shaping the future.
 

Announcements

The VFW member meeting takes place on the third Saturday of each month at 12:30 PM.
 
Auxiliary Meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30.
 
Newcomers are always welcome, come join us!
News & Events

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Membership

Membership Details

As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

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Post News

Important Info for Post4289 Members

Chick-fil-A to open $150M distribution center in Polk County

Coming 2027

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"night was pretty rough”

4 Florida men rescued after boat capsizes during birthday fishing. Boat found capsized 26 miles offshore.

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Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Rebuild Florida

The government has programs to help.

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DUTY TO WARN NOTIFICATION

July 17 2025 - United State Army Special Operations Command - Colonel Mark Katz' Duty to Warn Notification

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Extends Season's Greetings

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - As the holiday season brings families close together, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is extending our most ...

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VFW Applauds Presidential Action Rescheduling Hemp-Derived Products for Treatments

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) applauds President Donald J. Trump for signing an Executive Order rescheduling marijuana from Sched...

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