Annually the VFW and the American Legion sponsor the giving out of Buddy Poppies for people to wear. Since 1922, the Buddy Poppy has been an integral part of the VFW community. As VFW's official memorial flower, the Poppy represents the bloodshed by American service members. It reiterates that VFW will not forget their sacrifices. The VFW and American Legion will be distributing Buddy Poppies at various locations in La Plata County on May 26th and May 27th.