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​Join us as brothers and sisters of America to preserve the rights of veterans and support each other as only those who share in the camaraderie forged by conflict can.

VFW MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

There are two qualifiers for membership in the VFW, as set out in our National Bylaws. An individual must meet both in order to become a member. They are as follows:
1:  Honorable Service:  Must have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and either received a discharge of Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) or be currently
serving.
2:  Service in a war, campaign, or expedition on foreign soil or in hostile waters*:  This can be proven by any of the following:
- An authorized campaign medal (see a full list of qualifying medals and badges)
- Receipt of Hostile Fire Pay or Imminent Danger Pay (verified by a military pay statement)
- Service in Korea for 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days
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*This information is usually available through a veteran’s DD-214.  If other information is needed or if a veteran’s DD-214 is not complete, they can contact the National Personnel Records Center online or at 314.801.0800 to request more information.

More detailed information on VFW eligibility can be accessed here. 

If you are not eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars, but you have a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, sibling, or spouse who would be eligible, then you may apply for membership in the VFW Auxiliary.
Learn more about the VFW Auxiliary at vfwauxiliary.org.

IF YOU EARNED ANY OF THESE

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• Korea Duty (Service in Korea for 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days)
• Hostile Fire Pay or Imminent Danger Pay

THEN YOU BELONG HERE!


​Benefits of Membership

  • The camaraderie and fellowship that comes with being part of the nation’s largest group of combat veterans​​
  • Receive support during the tough times that can follow military service
  • ​​Help to generate patriotism and troop support through VFW programs
  • Enjoy knowing other veterans, military personnel and their families​
  • Relax and enjoy life knowing that the VFW has your back on many fronts​
  • Cut vacation expenses through discounts on travel and other services​​​
  • Utilize resources to help you learn about and secure jobs ​
  • The opportunity to socialize and perform service with veterans who served on the front line and in support roles
  • Save money through discounts on numerous insurance and health care plans
  • ​​Access assistance for securing VA and State benefits you’re entitled to as a veteran
  • Many businesses offer VFW members exclusive discounts and service enhancements …click here for more information​
Download a membership form to Join Today
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​​Request Your Military Service Records Online, by Mail, or by Fax
https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Request Your Military Service Records Online, by Mail, or by Fax (Includes DD 214/Separation Documents, Personnel Records, Replacement Medals, and/or Medical Records).
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*This information is usually available through a veteran’s DD-214. If other information is needed or if a veteran’s DD-214 is not complete, they can contact the National Personnel Records Center online or at 314-801-0800 to request more information.
https://vetrecs.archives.gov/VeteranRequest/home.html

VFW AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Membership in the Auxiliary is open to both men and women who are related to those that are eligible for VFW Post membership.
It should be noted that the Veteran you are eligible under is not required to be a VFW member.


Must be a United States Citizen, at least 16 years of age and must have one of the following relationships with an eligible veteran: 
​Husband/Wife
Father/Mother 
Son/Daughter
Brother/Sister
Widower/Widow
​Grandfather/Grandmother
​Grandson/Granddaughter
​Step- and adopted parents, children, siblings (and half-siblings), grandparents and grandchildren are considered the same as biological parents, children, siblings, grandparents and grandchildren, and may join the VFW Auxiliary under their VFW-eligible veteran.
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If you meet these requirements, contact the VFW Auxiliary to apply!
Current VFW Post 10139 Auxiliary Membership is $30 for the first year and $25 annually thereafter.

Learn more about our eligibility requirements and how to become a member.  Have questions? Check out our FAQ or contact us at [email protected].


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