Join a Veterans Post in Oregon

Oregon is home to 24 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 Oregon 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 Oregon

American Legion9 posts
VFW12 posts
DAV3 posts

How to Join

Step 1: Browse all 24 posts in Oregon 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 Oregon

Tualatin VFW

VFW · Tualatin · ★ 5.0

Three Rivers VFW Post 1324

VFW · Oregon City · ★ 4.9

Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Oregon (State HQ)

VFW · Portland · ★ 4.8

Cities with Veterans Posts in Oregon

Portland8 posts Salem3 posts Oregon City1 posts Gresham1 posts Tualatin1 posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join a veterans post in Oregon?

To join a veterans post in Oregon, start by finding a local post near you using our directory of 24 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 Oregon?

There are 24 veterans posts in Oregon, including locations from American Legion, DAV, VFW.

What veterans organizations operate in Oregon?

Oregon has posts from VFW (12 posts), American Legion (9 posts), DAV (3 posts).