Like a magnet pulling stray metal, that unknown number keeps dragging you back into the conversation. It’s wise to treat any unsolicited call—especially one that mimics a known group such as a VFW—as potentially deceptive. Start by blocking the number on your device and reporting the call to your carrier or the FTC. Never share personal details, financial info, or confirm any membership status until you independently verify the caller through official channels. If the call claims to be from a nonprofit, look up the organization’s official contact number yourself rather than trusting the caller ID. Keep a log of timestamps and any recorded messages; this can help authorities track patterns and protect others from similar scams.
Upon answering, the call claimed to be from "VFW" but featured a prerecorded voice that sounded differnt, attempting to get a yes or okay reply before hanging up, luckily i blocked the number
Repeated calls have been received from this number, leading to annoyance and concern.