Veterans of Foreign Wars • Post 5443

Neighbors in service to every veteran.

We are a local post focused on fellowship, support, and keeping the VFW promise alive in Kennett and Southeast Missouri.

Post Chartered
1944

Originally chartered as post 3182 in 1944 and then 5443 in 1955, The Kennett VFW Post has served Kennett's veterans and families since World War II.

Active Members
45

Neighbors from every branch keeping VFW traditions alive locally.

Annual Scholarships
2

Voice of Democracy, Patriot's Pen, and local awards funded together.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5443 emblem

First Tuesday · 1800 hrs

Post Home · 1101 Veteran St, Kennett, MO

vfw5443@gmail.com

Reach out anytime

What We Do

Preserve, honor, and invest in the next generation.

Our work centers on caring for local memorials, honoring service in public, and supporting youth through civic education and scholarships.

Monuments & Community Upkeep

We help preserve and maintain veteran memorial spaces across Kennett and Dunklin County.

  • Upkeep of Flowers & Monuments at local memorials and veteran sites.
  • Placing Flags at Veterans' Graves during remembrance observances.

Honor Service

Flags, ceremonies, and community outreach that remember sacrifice and celebrate patriotism.

  • Kennett Downtown Memorial Day Service planning and participation.
  • Honor Guard support for funerals, dedications, and civic events.

Invest in Youth

Scholarships and civic education that pass American Legion service values to the next generation.

  • Arrange Veteran visits in Classrooms to share service stories and civic values.
  • Two annual scholarships plus Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen support.

Gatherings & Outreach

Join the monthly post meeting.

Guests are always welcome—bring a fellow veteran, a family member, or someone curious about the VFW mission.

First Tuesday · 1800 hrs

Monthly Post Meeting

Post Home · 1101 Veteran St

Fellowship and food, followed by a business meeting and any updates as needed.

Membership

Your experience keeps this post moving.

Join at the pace that works for you. Some members attend every meeting, others help with one or two projects a year—we're grateful either way.

  1. Step 01

    Confirm Eligibility

    Bring proof of overseas service and honorable discharge or active-duty status.

  2. Step 02

    Visit the Post

    Stop by a meeting or email vfw5443@gmail.com so we can walk through paperwork together.

  3. Step 03

    Take the Obligation

    Be welcomed by the post and stay active as you are able.

Stay Connected

We're easy to reach when you need us.

Email vfw5443@gmail.com or message us on Facebook for rides, relief requests, or event information. Email us anytime to schedule a visit. We'll meet you at the post or wherever is easiest.

Post Home

Post Home · 1101 Veteran St, Kennett, MO

Meetings: First Tuesday · 1800 hrs