The Frank Roberts VFW Post 9627 goes smoke-free with $900 Community Grant

ODON – The Frank Roberts VFW Post 9627 in Odon has been awarded a $900 grant from Our Community Foundation’s 2025 Fast Grant Program. This funding will support the post’s transition to a smoke-free facility, aiming to create a more family-friendly and health-conscious environment for its members and the wider community.

Left to right: Audra O’Neill, VFW Member, Chris Jones, Post Commander; Chris Jarrett, Executive Director Our Community Foundation; Chance Berry, Vice President, OCF; Ethan Hawk, VFW Junior Vice Commander; Carol Nugent, OCF Board Member; Mike Driggs, VFW Member; Bud Woodruff, OCF Board Member; Brad Workman, Senior Vice Commander; Bong Workman, Auxiliary, VFW Member. Photo provided

Members voted to go smoke-free in April. This change aligns with the VFW’s broader mission of community engagement and follows the recent addition of a new multi-sports pavilion. The pavilion offers a variety of activities, including pickleball, basketball, and cornhole, further enhancing the post’s appeal as a community hub.

The grant will assist the VFW Post 9627 in making the necessary adjustments to become a completely smoke-free establishment, reinforcing its commitment to the well-being of its patrons.