Join a Veterans Post in Missouri

Missouri is home to 89 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 Missouri 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 Missouri

American Legion34 posts
VFW35 posts
AMVETS10 posts
DAV10 posts

How to Join

Step 1: Browse all 89 posts in Missouri 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 Missouri

Veterans of Foreign Wars

VFW · Kansas City · ★ 5.0

Veterans of Foreign Wars

VFW · Gladstone · ★ 5.0

Boone County VFW Post 280

VFW · Columbia · ★ 5.0

Cities with Veterans Posts in Missouri

St. Louis16 posts Kansas City13 posts Jefferson City8 posts Springfield6 posts Independence3 posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join a veterans post in Missouri?

To join a veterans post in Missouri, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 89 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 Missouri?

There are 89 veterans posts in Missouri, including locations from AMVETS, American Legion, DAV, VFW.

What veterans organizations operate in Missouri?

Missouri has posts from VFW (35 posts), American Legion (34 posts), AMVETS (10 posts), DAV (10 posts).