Join the Legacy:
Empowering Veterans Together
Being a DAV member means joining a community of veterans who understand the unique challenges and triumphs of military service. As part of this vibrant network, you gain access to comprehensive support and resources designed to help you and your family lead fulfilling lives post-service. It’s about empowerment, advocacy, and respect—ensuring that your sacrifices are acknowledged and your needs are met.
MEMBERSHIP FACTS
As one of the nation’s leading veteran service organizations, DAV’s successes on behalf of veterans rely solely on the strength and engagement of its members, which help ensure veterans’ issues are properly addressed in your local community and in Washington.
things to consider
Joining the DAV offers veterans the opportunity to connect with a supportive community that truly understands their unique needs and challenges, providing access to vital resources and advocacy for benefits they rightfully earned. It's a powerful way to ensure that veterans and their families receive the lifelong support and recognition they deserve for their sacrifices and service.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Who are DAV members, and how can you become one?
Any service member who was not dishonorably discharged and sustained an injury or illness during their time in the military—whether service connected by the VA or not—or anyone who aggravated a previous injury during his or her time in service, is eligible for DAV membership so long as they served during a period of armed conflict (does not have to be direct combat).
What does DAV Membership include?
It’s well known that DAV’s services, including professional help with VA claims, transition and employment assistance DAV provides ALL veterans—all of which are provided at no cost to veterans—do not require membership in DAV.
However, DAV members do get savings on Ford vehicles and year-round discounted pricing on hotel and rental car rates—just to name a few perks. You also get a free subscription to DAV Magazine.
But most importantly – especially if you were helped by DAV – becoming a member gives you the opportunity to pay it forward and add your voice to help your fellow veterans.
How do you become a DAV member?
The Department always recommends you reach out to a local DAV chapter or contact the Department Headquarters to find a chapter near you. The DAV Department of Indiana will match your first $40 membership payment towards your lifetime membership fee.
You also can join by using the DAV National website on their Join DAV page.
What does the DAV do for you?
- Helps returning veterans transition back to civilian life by linking them with services that address their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
- Provides free, professional assistance to veterans of all generations in obtaining VA and other government benefits earned through service.
- Fights for veterans’ rights on Capitol Hill.
- Links veterans to job training and job assistance programs.
- Funds rehabilitation programs for veterans with severe disabilities, such as blindness or amputation
What are the age/life amounts?
DAV life membership = $325
Veterans age 80 or older = FREE
Life membership payments are non-refundable and are not tax deductible.
What are Member Advantages?
As a DAV Member, in addition to our programs and free services, you are entitled to Member Advantages, which gives you access to a variety of important programs, products and services. Also included with your membership is a FREE subscription to DAV Magazine.