Join a Veterans Post in California

California is home to 159 veterans posts across 5 major cities, representing organizations like AMVETS, American Legion, DAV, VFW. Whether you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, or Space Force, there is a post in California ready to welcome you into their community.

Veterans posts offer benefits counseling, community service opportunities, social events, youth programs, and fellowship with people who understand the military experience. Joining a post is one of the best ways to stay connected after service.

Veterans Organizations in California

American Legion76 posts
VFW61 posts
AMVETS12 posts
DAV10 posts

How to Join

Step 1: Browse all 159 posts in California to find one near you.

Step 2: Visit the post in person or call ahead. Most posts have regular meeting nights and social hours.

Step 3: Bring your DD-214 or proof of military service. Each organization has different eligibility requirements:

  • American Legion — Wartime service during eligible periods + honorable discharge
  • VFW — Overseas combat service or receipt of hostile fire/imminent danger pay
  • AMVETS — Any honorable service in the U.S. Armed Forces
  • DAV — Service-connected disability or injury during active duty

Step 4: Complete a membership application and pay annual dues (typically $25-$45, varies by post).

Top Rated Posts in California

Veterans of Foreign Wars

VFW · Coronado · ★ 5.0

American Legion Auxiliary

American Legion · San Francisco · ★ 5.0

American Legion Post 233

American Legion · Elk Grove · ★ 5.0

Cities with Veterans Posts in California

San Diego13 posts Los Angeles11 posts Sacramento9 posts San Francisco7 posts Riverside6 posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join a veterans post in California?

To join a veterans post in California, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 159 posts across the state. Visit the post in person, bring your DD-214 or proof of military service, and complete a membership application. Dues vary by post.

How many veterans posts are in California?

There are 159 veterans posts in California, including locations from AMVETS, American Legion, DAV, VFW.

What veterans organizations operate in California?

California has posts from American Legion (76 posts), VFW (61 posts), AMVETS (12 posts), DAV (10 posts).