Join a Veterans Post in Florida

Florida is home to 147 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 Florida 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 Florida

American Legion80 posts
VFW28 posts
AMVETS27 posts
DAV12 posts

How to Join

Step 1: Browse all 147 posts in Florida 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 Florida

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 11406, Oceanway

VFW · Jacksonville · ★ 5.0

Harvey W. Seeds American Legion Post 29

American Legion · Miami · ★ 5.0

American Legion Auxiliary Hugh T Gregory Unit 63

American Legion · Winter Garden · ★ 5.0

Cities with Veterans Posts in Florida

Tampa12 posts Jacksonville10 posts St. Petersburg9 posts Pensacola9 posts Orlando8 posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join a veterans post in Florida?

To join a veterans post in Florida, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 147 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 Florida?

There are 147 veterans posts in Florida, including locations from AMVETS, American Legion, DAV, VFW.

What veterans organizations operate in Florida?

Florida has posts from American Legion (80 posts), VFW (28 posts), AMVETS (27 posts), DAV (12 posts).