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.

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).