If you have served at least one day of active military duty since December 7, 1941 and were honorably discharged or you are still serving active military duty honorably, you are eligible for membership with The American Legion.

The are multiple ways to find out information about the American Legion and join or renew your membership. You are free to join any American Legion Post that works for you and all the Posts in our District are listed on the Posts Information page. For online membership, click the appropriate link below to get started.

Membership expires December 31

  • EXISTING & PAST MEMBERS
    • Click HERE to renew your membership online
    • Call the American Legion Department of California directly at (559) 875-8387 to renew over the phone with a credit or debit card
  • PAID UP FOR LIFE -PUFL Membership
    • Click HERE to learn about becoming a life-long member of the American Legion

Benefits of American Legion Membership

VA Benefits Assistance

Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. Your membership also helps support American Legion Department Service Officers nationwide who assist veterans in preparing claims and obtaining their full military healthcare benefits through the VA.

A Voice in Our Nation’s Capital

The American Legion is the nation’s most influential, effective and dependable advocate of veteran affairs fighting for better active-duty pay, improved housing for active-duty families and helping to ensure that the VA’s medical system can properly care for veterans.

Monthly Magazine (a $30 value)

Our nation’s leaders speak directly to citizens on the pages of The American Legion Magazine. The American Legion’s organizational goals are promoted using the words of talented writers, professional journalists and world leaders.

Family, Camaraderie and Continuing Service Through Community Support

Financial grants are among the ways The American Legion supports its members and families of military servicemembers during times of financial hardship and natural disasters.