COMMUNITY SERVICE REPORTING CLASS

Community Service Reporting | VFW Department of Washington

Updated CSR Reporting Process

Electronic Community Service Submission — Department of Washington, Veterans of Foreign Wars

CSR Walk-Through Presentation

Need a visual guide for the updated reporting process? Review the step-by-step slides below.

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What CSR Is and Why It Matters

Community Service Reporting (CSR) tracks the countless volunteer hours, miles, and funds contributed by VFW Posts statewide. It ensures recognition for your Post’s work and helps the Department measure its total community impact. Every reported event strengthens our credibility with the public, legislators, and partners while contributing to awards and program goals.

Activities that qualify include veteran support, youth programs, patriotic observances, legislative outreach, and direct assistance — virtually anything that fulfills our mission of service.

How to Access the Portal

Visit www.vfwwa.org, then click Login → Members Only (top-right corner of the homepage).

  • Username: Your VFW Member ID
  • Password: Your last name, all lowercase

If you cannot log in, contact the Assistant Adjutant at asstadj@vfwwa.net or call 253-922-2114 ext. 1.

Submitting a Report

After logging in, select Program Reporting under the Members Only menu to submit a new activity.

  • Ensure your Post, District, and Email fields are correct.
  • Enter hours, miles, members, and dollars spent or donated.
  • Select the program category and matching sub-category:
    • Community Service — civic events, flag etiquette, safety, disaster relief
    • Youth Development — Voice of Democracy, Patriot’s Pen, scouting, scholarships
    • Veterans Assistance — Buddy Poppy, Relief Fund, Hospital/Chaplain activities
    • Legislative Advocacy — outreach at state or national levels
  • Write a short 5 W’s narrative: Who, What, When, Where, and Why.

Confirmation and Tracking

After submission, you’ll receive a confirmation email — keep it as your proof of record. Use the Dashboard in the Members Only section to view submissions, check approval status, and print summaries. Posts and Districts can review reports collectively for transparency and record keeping.

If you are a line officer and cannot see your Post or District reports, contact asstadj@vfwwa.net.

Best Practices

  • Submit one report per activity — do not combine events.
  • Always include numeric values, even if "0” for hours or dollars.
  • Review before clicking submit; reports cannot be edited afterward.
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