Department and Post Quartermasters
Now have the option to enroll new members as installment Life on the Online Membership System. Hip Pocket Training for Nov/Dec link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixuesaN90Ps&index=16&list=PLS17GMBrjUlatKGz__QdpAoUHnXAvaPXi
VFW Post Insurance
In light of 2023 where Liquor Liability policy premiums are skyrocketing, the department is doing all we can to assist you and provide resources. Please see our most recent updated SC Insurance Brokers Company Listing and recommended option.
SC Insurance Brokers Company List (Updated 9/20/2023)
Buddy Poppies
For 2023-2024 All State Post you must order 500 Buddy Poppies by 1/31/2024 through the Department Quartermaster
Go to: Programs > Buddy Poppy
Direct Deposit Authorization Form
All who seek reimbursement from the department of any authorized travel or other expenses needs to complete this form and sent to the State Quartermaster. We are no longer writing checks for expense reports submitted.
Direct Deposit Authorization Form for Posts and Department (Updated ACH Form 6/29/2023)
VFW Requirements for Bonding
Bonds Required for VFW Entities
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact State Quartermaster at qm@vfwsc.org or 843-327-3858
Officer and CM/Employee Bonding Forms and Fee's Schedule
NOTE: Any new bond(s) through the remainder of the 2023-2024 year based on the starting month are at a pro-rated fee schedule. Please contact the State Quartermaster for new Bond Form and Rate Quote. (Updated 12/11/2023)
- 2023-2024 Bond Forms Officers Package (Due to Department QM by 8/31/2023)
At minimum, the Quartermaster must be bonded and any officer with access to post accounts and funds. One Application per officer must be completed. You can pay for multiple officers with a single check.
- 2023-2024 Bond Forms CM Employees Package (Due to Department QM by 9/30/2023)
The Canteen Manager, Employees and/or Volunteers who handle post funds should be bonded. One Application per person must be completed. You can pay for multiple employees with a single check.
- 2023-2024 Bond Forms Complete Package (All Bonds in one Document)
Submission:
- You can email the completed Officer or Employee Bond forms (PDF Only - pictures or photos will not be accepted) directly to qm@vfwsc.org - Forms instantly received and logged
or
- Mail it in
Payment:
- You can pay for your Officer and Employee bonds using Online banking with Zelle. Most banks have this option to send or receive payments directly. Locate Zelle and add qm@vfwsc.org to Zelle contacts. It will show Dennis Hamilton as the State Quartermaster but you could rename the contact to VFWSC QM
- Choose Send
- To: qm@vfwsc.org or VFWSC QM as you have it named
- Enter the amount to send
- In the Comments, write: Post (post number): Officer / Employee Bonds
- Send
Payment instantly received, logged and matched up with your bonds to be processed
or
- Mail it in
Make Check or Money Order Payable to:
VFW Department SC
Attn: State Quartermaster
210 Glassmaster Road,
Lexington, SC 29072
South Carolina 2023-2024 Quartermaster Training Guide
South Carolina 2023-2024 Quartermaster Training Guide, Schedule of Financial and Administrative Requirements during the year
Additional Quartermaster Training files, forms, templates
Congratulations on your election as Quartermaster or Post Trustee! This is an important position, one that requires hard work, dedication, and trustworthiness. Your Post is counting on you to fulfill your duties to the benefit of the organization, members and communities. We want to help you be successful.
Whether you are new to the job or have done it before, no matter what your current level of knowledge or experience may be, there is always something you can learn, and this guide was created as a training tool and resource to assist you in your role.
The enclosed guide is updated periodically. You can find the latest version, as well as other valuable resources, at www.vfw.org by logging in as a member (Login – top bar, right side), and going to "Member/Post Resources – VFW Training & Support."
Other important resources include the Bylaws, Manual of Procedure, and Ritual. In particular, the Manual of Procedure, Sec 218 (a) (5) outlines the responsibilities of the Post Quartermaster. Learn these well. Each Post is required to maintain a current copy of the Bylaws, Manual of Procedure, and Ritual; current copies are available for purchase from the VFW Store at www.vfwstore.org.
We are here to support you. If you have questions and are unable to find answers with your District or Department, call us at 833.VFW.VETS. Explain to the operator what you need, and they will transfer you to the correct person to answer your questions.
