Join a Veterans Post in New Hampshire

New Hampshire is home to 16 veterans posts across 5 major cities, representing organizations like American Legion, DAV, VFW. Whether you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, or Space Force, there is a post in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire

American Legion8 posts
VFW4 posts
DAV4 posts

How to Join

Step 1: Browse all 16 posts in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire

The American Legion Department of New Hampshire

American Legion · Concord · ★ 5.0

Nashua VFW Post 483

VFW · Nashua · ★ 4.8

Sweeney Post #2, American Legion

American Legion · Manchester · ★ 4.7

Cities with Veterans Posts in New Hampshire

Manchester6 posts Nashua3 posts Concord3 posts Somersworth1 posts Penacook1 posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join a veterans post in New Hampshire?

To join a veterans post in New Hampshire, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 16 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 New Hampshire?

There are 16 veterans posts in New Hampshire, including locations from American Legion, DAV, VFW.

What veterans organizations operate in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has posts from American Legion (8 posts), VFW (4 posts), DAV (4 posts).