You may be eligible to join The American Legion if you meet the following criteria:

• U.S. Military Service: You have served at least one day of active duty in the United States Armed Forces.
• Honorable Discharge: You were honorably discharged or are currently serving honorably.
• No War-Era Restriction: Due to the LEGION Act (Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act), passed in 2019, eligibility now includes veterans who served anytime after December 7, 1941, regardless of combat service or declared war periods.
• Supply a DD214.

This includes service in:

• U.S. Army
• U.S. Navy
• U.S. Air Force
• U.S. Marine Corps
• U.S. Coast Guard
• Space Force (as part of the Department of the Air Force)

Benefits of Membership

• Advocacy: Support from the nation’s largest veterans service organization fighting for veterans’ rights and benefits.
• Community: Join a nationwide network of comrades with shared experiences.
• Access to Programs:
  • Scholarships and youth programs (e.g., Boys State, Oratorical Contest)
  • Veteran outreach and assistance
  • Local service opportunities
• Discounts: Access to members-only discounts on insurance, travel, health services, retail, and more.
• The American Legion Magazine: Monthly publication covering veterans’ issues and patriotic topics.

As a member of Post 4 in Wichita, Kansas, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Participate in Veterans Day and Memorial Day events
• Support and mentor local youth
• Engage in patriotic community service
• Join the American Legion Riders, Auxiliary, or Sons of the American Legion (if eligible)

American Legion: $50

Auxiliary: $33

Sons of American Legion: $25

American Legion Riders: $12

American Legion Cruisers: $25