CSR Walk-Through Presentation
Need a visual guide for the updated reporting process? Review the step-by-step slides below.
View the Walk-ThroughWhat CSR Is and Why It Matters
Community Service Reporting tracks the volunteer hours, miles, and funds contributed by VFW Posts across Washington. It demonstrates our impact on veterans, youth, civic programs, and the broader community.
The work our Posts complete strengthens the VFW’s credibility with civic partners, legislators, and the public. It helps secure recognition, promotes program success, and boosts Post-level engagement.
How to Access the Portal
Visit www.vfwwa.org, then click Login → Members Only.
- Username: Your VFW Member ID
- Password: Your last name, all lowercase
If you cannot log in, email asstadj@vfwwa.net or call 253-922-2114 ext. 1.
Submitting a Report
After logging in, select Program Reporting to submit a new activity.
- Verify Post, District, and Email are correct.
- Record hours, miles, members, and dollars spent or donated.
- Select the appropriate category and sub-category.
- Use a short narrative describing Who, What, When, Where, and Why.
Confirmation and Tracking
After submission, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Use the Dashboard to track approvals, view submissions, and print summaries.
If you cannot see Post or District submissions, contact asstadj@vfwwa.net.
Reporting Best Practices
- Submit one report per activity.
- Include numbers even when the value is zero.
- Review before submitting; reports cannot be edited.
- Use Chrome, Edge, or Firefox for best results.
Community Service Best Practices — Full Guide
Why Community Service Matters
A Post’s engagement determines how the community views the VFW. When Posts demonstrate care and involvement, they build goodwill, increase member engagement, improve fundraising, and strengthen the VFW’s public image.
Definition of Community Service
The National Community Service Trust Act defines community service as any activity serving the common good. It must benefit the public or its institutions and cannot only benefit the Post or Auxiliary.
Reporting Requirements
To qualify:
- Work must be performed by a VFW member as a representative of the VFW.
- The service must help an organization or community outside the Post/Auxiliary.
- It must be verifiable by an authorized representative of that organization.
Activities that only benefit the Post (maintenance, fundraisers, dinners, bingo, building use) do not qualify.
Common Non-Qualifying Activities
- Flying U.S. or POW flags
- Post dinners or events that only benefit the Post
- Buddy Poppy drives
- Membership drives
- Personal volunteer work unrelated to the VFW mission
- Post maintenance or Post fundraising
Reporting Period
The community service year runs from July 1 to June 30. Posts should report events daily, not weekly or monthly, to avoid forgetting details.
Auxiliary Reporting
Posts are encouraged to report Auxiliary community service. This is not mandatory but helps show the full impact of the VFW and Auxiliary.
Value of Volunteer Time
- Volunteer hour value (Independent Sector 2023): $31.80 per hour
- Mileage reimbursement for charitable service (IRS): $0.14 per mile
Total Impact Formula
Dollars Spent + Volunteer Hours + Mileage = Total Event Impact
Examples of Good Community Service
- Assisting veterans
- Scholarships and youth support
- Blood drives
- Legislative outreach
- Community clean-ups
- Food banks and clothing drives
- Natural disaster response
- VA hospital volunteer work
- Building ramps for disabled veterans
