Join a Veterans Post in Maine
Maine is home to 37 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 Maine 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 Maine
How to Join
Step 1: Browse all 37 posts in Maine 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 Maine
American Legion No 17
Davidson Associates
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Cities with Veterans Posts in Maine
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join a veterans post in Maine?
To join a veterans post in Maine, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 37 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 Maine?
There are 37 veterans posts in Maine, including locations from AMVETS, American Legion, DAV, VFW.
What veterans organizations operate in Maine?
Maine has posts from American Legion (23 posts), AMVETS (6 posts), VFW (5 posts), DAV (3 posts).