AUXILIARY

VFW Auxiliary 7916

Hawkins-Reeve Post 7916 · Occoquan, Virginia

Unwavering Support for Uncommon Heroes®

Supporting veterans, strengthening families, and building community.

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About Our Auxiliary

We are the Auxiliary of Hawkins-Reeve VFW Post 7916 in Occoquan. We work alongside the Post to support veterans, service members, and their families in Prince William County and the surrounding community.

For more than a century, VFW Auxiliary members across the country have served veterans and their families, supported the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and helped teach the next generation about patriotism and service. Here in Occoquan, our volunteers carry on that work through local fundraising, community service, and youth programs.


Monthly Meetings

First Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Hawkins-Reeve VFW Post 7916
204 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA 22125

Get directions to the Post · View the Post calendar

Interested in joining or visiting? Email the Auxiliary before the meeting so we can confirm the details and tell you what to expect.


Programs & Volunteering

  • Veterans and military families. We share local resources such as the veterans food pantry and support causes that serve veterans and their families.
  • Community fundraising. We sell official White House Christmas ornaments at Occoquan Days, at the Post canteen, and at other Auxiliary events. Follow our social pages for event announcements.
  • Youth art and scholarships. Explore Illustrating America for students in grades K–8 and the VFW Auxiliary scholarship and art programs. Email us for local entry instructions and deadlines.

Have time to help at an event, assist with a fundraiser, or organize a service project? Ask us about volunteer opportunities.


Salvation Army Veterans Food Pantry

The Salvation Army Prince William Service Center offers groceries to eligible veterans who live in Prince William County. Eligible veterans may receive groceries once per month.

  • Veterans pantry hours: Tuesdays, 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: 1483 Old Bridge Road, Suite 102, Woodbridge, VA 22192.
  • What to bring: A valid photo ID. Call the service center to confirm what it accepts as proof of military service and Prince William County residency.

Call the service center at (703) 580-8991 to confirm hours and what to bring before visiting.

View the pantry application (image) · Visit the Salvation Army Prince William Service Center website

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Join Auxiliary 7916

Who Can Join?

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and have a qualifying relationship to someone who is or was eligible for VFW membership. Qualifying relatives include spouses and surviving spouses, parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren, and siblings. The Auxiliary also recognizes qualifying step and adoptive relationships and half-siblings.

How to Apply

  1. Review the Auxiliary eligibility rules and, if needed, check the veteran’s VFW eligibility.
  2. Download the fillable VFW Auxiliary membership application (PDF).
  3. Gather proof of the veteran’s qualifying service. If you need a copy, the National Archives explains how to request military service records.
  4. Contact our Auxiliary for local dues and instructions on how to submit your application and service records.

Already an Auxiliary member? Email us if you’re interested in transferring to Auxiliary 7916.


Our Officers

  • President: Lexi Reed
  • Senior Vice President: Lisa Renee Johnson
  • Junior Vice President: Jason West
  • Treasurer: Nicole Gore
  • 3-Year Trustee: Sarah "Libby” Ohs
  • 2-Year Trustee: Marie Newcomer
  • 1-Year Trustee: Glenda Chambers

Contact & Follow Us

For membership, meeting, or volunteer questions, email vfwaux7916@gmail.com.

Follow Auxiliary 7916 for event announcements and photos.

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