Johnson-Phelps Programs
Johnson-Phelps VFW Post #5220 would like to recognize Rich and Gayle Bukowski, Chairmen of these programs, for all their hard work, care and dedication. Thanks so much!
2025 Voice of Democracy & Patriots Pen Scholarship Competitions
The 2025 Patriot's Pen first place winner Evelyn Newbigging was awarded the top Patriot's Pen award of $5,000. Newbigging was sponsored by VFW Post #12136 located on Indian Land, South Carolina.
2021 Voice of Democracy & Patriots Pen Scholarship Competitions
Members of the Johnson-Phelps VFW Post & Ladies Auxiliary- #5220-Oak Lawn, IL. are proud to announce the winners of their Patriots Pen Scholarship Competition.
Pictured from left to right are Past Auxiliary President Maureen Lueman, Tyler Crouch, 6th Grade Patriots Pen Essay Winner from Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School, Post Commander Bryant Reed and Program Chairmen Rich and Gayle Bukowski.
Mia Castro, 7th Grade Patriot's Pen Essay Winner from Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School pictured with her family and Program Chairmen Rich and Gayle Bukowski.
Pictured from left to right are Past Auxiliary President Maureen Lueman, Corrin Smith, Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Winner from Lemont High School, Post Commander Bryant Reed and Program Chairmen Rich and Gayle Bukowski.
Pictured from left to right are Past Auxiliary President Maureen Lueman, Mollie DeFosset, 8th Grade Patriot's Pen Essay Winner from Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School, Post Commander Bryant Reed and Program Chairmen Rich and Gayle Bukowski.
Pictured from left to right are Past Auxiliary President Maureen Lueman, Georgia DeRousse, Patriotic Art Contest Winner from Marist High School, Post Commander Bryant Reed and Program Chairmen Rich and Gayle Bukowski.