Vacaville Veteran’s Memorial Building

549 Merchant St., Vacaville, CA 95688

707-447-6354

Veterans Organizations

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Vacaville Veterans Service Organizations

The Vacaville Veteran’s Memorial Building is home to 7 Veterans Service Organizations.

Five out of seven are classified as tax-exempt 501(c)(19) organizations by the Internal Revenue Service. The other two organizations, Disabled American Veterans and Marine Corps League, are classified as tax exempt 501(c)(4) organizations, a designation that matters primarily to the IRS. All seven veterans organizations provide support and camaraderie to veterans while helping to promote programs that benefit the local community.

  • American Legion Auxiliary emblem

    American Legion Auxiliary Unit 165

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  • American Legion emblem

    American Legion Post 165

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  • AMVETS logo

    American Veteran’s Post 1776

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  • DAV seal

    Disabled American Veterans Chapter 84

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  • Marine Corps League Emblem

    Marine Corps League Detachment 1486

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  • Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary emblem

    Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Unit 7244

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  • Veterans of Foreign Wars seal

    Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7244

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Questions about
veterans organization in Vacaville

Why should I join my local veterans organization in Vacaville?

Joining your veterans organization—whether it’s the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, AMVETS, DAV (Disabled American Veterans), Marine Corps League, VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars), Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary or another—can provide meaningful benefits.

  • Camaraderie and community
  • Support and advocacy
  • Access to resources
  • Volunteer opportunities to give back
  • Have a voice
  • Preserve the legacy

If you are still unsure, take a look at Vacaville Veterans Organizations Upcoming Meetings calendar to find a local veterans group meeting in Vacaville.

Can I visit a post or attend an event before becoming a member of my veterans organization in Vacaville?

Contact the veterans organization in advance or check their website/social media. Let them know you’re a veteran interested in learning more.

Am I eligible to join any veterans organization?

Some of the factors that determine your eligibility are Honorable or qualifying discharge, dates of service (some require service during specific conflicts), and branch of service (some are open to all branches, others may be more focused).

The following list some of the basic requirements:

  • VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars): You must have served in a foreign conflict with a qualifying campaign medal.
  • American Legion: You must have served at least one day of active duty during specific wartime periods (per congressional charter).
  • DAV (Disabled American Veterans): You must have a service-connected disability, regardless of age.

Contact your local veterans organization for more information.

Veterans Service Organizations Meetings

Tue Sep 22, 2026

  • 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Bldg Committee meeting

Mon Sep 28, 2026

  • 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | AMVETS meeting

Tue Oct 06, 2026

  • 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm | AL

    American Legion Post 165 meeting

  • 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm | ALA meeting

Wed Oct 07, 2026

  • 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Marine Corps League

    Marine Corps League Detachment 1486 meeting

Sat Oct 10, 2026

  • 10:00 am – 11:00 am | DAV meeting

Tue Oct 13, 2026

  • 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | VFW Aux meeting

  • 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | VFW meeting