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Phone Numbers
208-255-5291
Fax: 208-255-2554
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
1500 HWY 2
Suite 122
Sandpoint,
ID
83864

Veteran Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

Clark Fork Library Outreach, Tuesday March 21, 10am - 1pm
Bonner County Veterans Service Officer, Bryan Hult, will be at the Clark  Fork Library  to answer questions about current veteran’s benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents. The library is located at 601 Main Street, Clark Fork, ID.  To make an appointment, call 208-255-5291 x1.

VA Townhall Meeting ZOOM Live Event December 15, 2022, 5:00pm to 6pm.  
The Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers in Spokane and Walla Walla are co-hosting a Veterans Town Hall meeting Thursday, December 15, 2022, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. (PST). The event will be presented in an online format using ZOOM which allows for both online and/or dial-up access. 

Zoom Access: www.bit.ly/VeteransTownHall121522 Dial-Up Phone Access: 1-551-285-1373 / Meeting ID 160 757 2407
For more information, contact Bret Bowers Spokane VAMC 509-434-7378.

Priest River VFW Outreach, Tuesday December 13, 10am - 1pm
Bonner County Veterans Service Officer, Bryan Hult, will be at the Priest River VFW to answer questions about current veteran’s benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents. The VFW is located at 220 Larch St, Priest River. Veterans will be seen by appointment only to ensure you are given quality time. Call (208) 255-5291 x1 to schedule your appointment. If there are NO appointments scheduled for this outreach, OR if conditions prohibit travel, the outreach will be cancelled.

Christmas Gift Shop Mann-Grandstaff VAMC for VA Enrolled Veterans Only December 12 - 15. Contact 509-434-7508

Veterans Day week 2022 - Please see the following list of some of the local activities honoring Veterans.

November 5 - 15 minute massages offered to Veterans at Tendril Herbal Apothecary & Healing Center - 532 Main St. Sandpoint, ID
November 10 - Farmin-Stidwell Elementary School hosting an assembly honoring Veterans starting at 10:00 am.  208-265-2417 for more information
November 10 - Southside Elementary School - Assembly honoring Veterans including songs performed by 3rd grade class, Armed Forces Medley by 5th graders, and a guest speaker. Veterans arrive at 8:30 to be seated.
November 11 - Sagle Elementary Assembly begins at 9:00 am - enjoy a concert & light refreshments, and view the Honor Wall in the school foyer.
November 11 - Northside Elementary Assembly begins at 1:00 pm, enjoy 3rd - 6th grade students performing patriotic songs.
November 11 - Kootenai Elementary concert begins at 1:30 pm. 4th grade class will be singing patriotic songs.
November 11 - Sandpoint High School is offering a light breakfast to Veterans, followed by an assembly honoring Veterans, and a short meet & greet with student council. Veterans arrive at 9:15 am

November 11 - Sandpoint’s Local Veterans organizations are honored to announce a commemorative Veterans Day Service at Memorial Field next to the flag pole and the Veteran Memorial Plaques.  The service will begin promptly at 11:00 AM.  All are invited to attend.  The Marine Corps League will provide the Honor Guard, Bonner County Veteran Service Officer Bryan Hult will give a quick prayer followed by a little history about Veterans Day.  After the ceremony the Sandpoint VFW Post 2453 will host a Beer and Brats lunch at the Howard Bigelow VFW Hall located on the corner of Division and Pine St in Sandpoint.  It’s a great time to meet some vocal Veterans and have a great lunch.  The local  Disable American Veterans have been conducting a raffle to raise money for their organization with the drawing taking place during the lunch.  They are raffling off a 22 Rifle and a 12 Ga Shotgun.  Hope you can all attend and we look forward to  seeing you there.  If you have any questions you can call the VFW Hall at (208) 263-9613.

FREE BBQ & Veteran Event - Community Resource Envision Center is hosting "The New Face of Veteran's Services" on October 20, 2022 11:30 - 12:30.  Meet Veteran Service Providers, mingle with  fellow veterans, free raffle, and enjoy a free BBQ Lunch afterwards.  The even will take place at their location above the new Bonner County VA Clinic, 130 McGhee Rd, Kootenai, ID, Suite 220.  Hope to see you there!

Free Thanksgiving Dinner for Veterans & Seniors 
Sandpoint Elks Lodge is hosting a free dinner for Veterans& Seniors on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.  Come enjoy Turkey, Ham, and all the Fixins!  Dine in or Take Out  (208) 263-3811  Call if you need transportation!

Clark Fork Public Library Outreach Tuesday, October 18th 10am to 2pm
Veteran Service Officer Bryan Hult will be at Clark Fork Library to answer questions about current veteran's benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents.  Call by Friday, August 5th to schedule an appointment.  208-255-5291 x1

Bonner County VA Clinic Open House for Veterans October 5th, 11am - 1pm. 130 McGhee Road, Suite 101, Kootenai.  Join us as we celebrate the opening of the new VA Clinic in Bonner County!

The Wall
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial (also known as “The Wall”) stands as a symbol of America’s honor and recognition of the men and women who served and sacrificed their lives in the Vietnam War. As a symbol of remembrance of one of the most challenging times in our country’s history, the Gallant Guards of Liberty recognizes the more than 58,000 plus courageous men and women who died in the Vietnam War.
See The Wall at the Pavilion at Liberty Lake Sept 15 - 19.
https://www.gallantguards.com/

Priest River VFW Outreach, Tuesday, September 13th 9am to 2pm
Veteran Service Officer Bryan Hult will be at VFW Post 2909, located at 113 Larch Street, Priest River, ID to answer questions about current veteran's benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents.  Call by Friday, September 9th to schedule an appointment.  208-255-5291 x1

Clark Fork Public Library Outreach Tuesday, August 9th 10am to 2pm
Veteran Service Officer Bryan Hult will be at Clark Fork Library to answer questions about current veteran's benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents.  Call by Friday, August 5th to schedule an appointment.  208-255-5291 x1

Newport's First Annual Barbeque and Hoedown "for Those Who Serve" Saturday July 16, 2022, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm  
Veterans Park in Newport, next to the Washington Federal Bank parking lot. Music provided by Carl Rey and Truck Mills - enjoy Blues, Reggae, Country and Jazz, food soft drinks and camaraderie!  This is a no cost dinner and dance for all Pend Oreille County Veterans, Military, Police, Firefighters, and EMS as well as those from Oldtown, Priest River and the surrounding area.  Questions - contact Brad Hanson 509-671-3585.

Priest River VFW Outreach, Tuesday May 17 9am - 1pm
Bonner County Veterans Service Officer, Bryan Hult, will be at the Priest River VFW to answer questions about current veteran’s benefits, assist with ongoing claims, and initiate new claims for benefits for eligible veterans and their dependents. The VFW is located at 220 Larch St, Priest River. Veterans will be seen by appointment only to ensure you are given quality time. Call (208) 255-5291 no later than FRIDAY prior to May 17th to schedule your appointment. If there are NO appointments scheduled for this outreach, OR if conditions prohibit travel, the outreach will be cancelled.

VA Town Hall Meeting - VA Representative will present information and answer questions regarding changes to VA Sandpoint Clinic

A Veterans Town Hall Meeting has been scheduled to discuss contract changes with the Sandpoint VA Clinic. The Town Hall Meeting will be held May 17, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the Sandpoint Library located at 1407 Cedar Street, Sandpoint.
As of June 30, the VA’s contract with Kaniksu Community Health will end. The VA has a new contract with a company named STG and will continue to serve veterans. Please attend this informative town hall meeting to find out more.
Bonner County Veterans Services does not have any additional information at this time, so please be sure to mark your calendar and attend the town hall meeting.


2022 Stand Downs

Spokane VA Stand Down - 17 September 2022 10:00
To be held at Salvation Army Spokane, 222 E Indiana Ave, Spokane WA  99207


2022 North Idaho Veterans Stand Down - May 7th, 8 am to 1 pm  
 Resource, Health & Benefits Fair for ALL Veterans & their families
          North Idaho College, Christianson Gymnasium
         1000 W Garden Ave
          Coeur d'Alene, ID
Services - VA Medical, Counseling, VA Benefits Advocacy, Employment Opportunity, Legal Services, Veterinary Care, Bike Repair, Haircuts, Dental Services
Breakfast, Lunch & Coffee
Admission - Military ID, VA ID, or DD214

For more information - NIVSD  208-964-2819


Spokane VA Stand Down - 17 September 2022 10:00
To be held at Salvation Army Spokane, 222 E Indiana Ave, Spokane WA  99207


BASE CAMP GRAND OPENING:  Sandpoint VFW Post 2453 "Base Camp"
On Saturday, March 19th at 10 am, VFW Post 2453 will hold their Grand Opening for Base Camp!  All are invited - hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided!  

To enjoy Base Camp, you do not need to be a VFW member or a member of any veteran organization, just a veteran! Base Camp is a place for local veterans and their buddies to socialize and enjoy playing pool or darts, watching TV, reading, or just hanging out.  To make a donation or if you have questions, you can reach the VFW at 208-263-9613, or email post2453vfw@gmail.com. Mailing address is VFW Post 2453, 1325 Pine Street, Sandpoint, ID  83864.


Continuous Events 


  • Veterans Reflective Space Project presented by Eastern Washington University Veterans Resource Center. Click for more information
  • Yoga & Meditation on Mondays (Virtual and In-Person) presented by the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center. Every Monday in Spokane
  • Spokane Mobile Vet Center in Newport - The last Thursday of every month the mobile Vet Center will be at the Hospitality House (216 S. Washington Ave. Newport WA 99156) from 10 am until 1 pm. No appointment necessary, if you have questions call Stu Sturtevant at 509-444-8387. 
  • Coffee & Comradery - VA enrolled veterans meet up every Wednesday from 8 until 8:45 am at the 2nd-floor room C223 of the Mann-Grandstaff VA to have a free cup of coffee and share information. If you have questions you can contact Kari Tabino at 509-434-7657. 
  • Idaho Female Veterans Network - Held the second Tuesday of each month in Post Falls VFW Post 3603 (1225 E. 3rd Ave) join the group on Facebook:  HERE to find out more information! 
  • Sandpoint War Vet’s Group   – Every Other Thursday from 10:00 until 11:30 at the Sandpoint VFW; Next meeting will be on January 12th. Offering war veterans of all eras a place to meet and overcome the unique challenges of life after war. Open to veterans of all wars, on the corner of Pine and Division. If you have any questions call 509-844-1053. 
  • Sandpoint War Veteran’s Spouses Group   – Meeting every other Thursday from 10:00 until 11:30 at the Sandpoint VFW; next meeting will be January 5th. Offering support for spouses and significant other of war veterans in Sandpoint. Call 509-844-1053 with questions.
  • Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship provides post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to the children and surviving spouses of Servicemembers who died in the line of duty while on active duty after September 10th, 2001. Need some more information on what the VA can provide for students, check out their website  HERE.
  • Military  Family Scholarships  –  BestColleges.com has created a financial aid guide specifically for military spouses and children. They provide context for how students can best take advantage of available federal resources, and offer over 30 scholarships and grants for veterans, spouses, and dependents of veterans. Check it out  HERE.

For more information on these upcoming activities or any additional questions, please send an email to Mary Lindgren; mary.lindgren@bonnercountyid.gov.

To schedule an appointment, contact the Bonner County Veteran Service Officer, Bryan Hult, at 1500 Hwy 2, Suite 122 in Sandpoint or call between 8:00 am and noon to schedule an appointment at 208-255-5291.