The American Legion is the nation's largest veterans service organization, advocating for veterans, service members and military families while fighting to end veteran suicide. Founded by an Act of Congress after World War I, The American Legion fiercely advocates for the unique needs of every generation of veterans, service members, and their families who pledge to protect our nation. Learn more at www.legion.org
Get Connected!
- Monthly meetings are held at Post 208 on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Its a great opportunity to get to know our officers, other members, and to get involved!
- Enjoy a Legion Dinner, they are served by the Legion on the 1st Saturday of each month. See the Events Calendar for more details.
- Join our Facebook Group, DW Cassard Post 208. If you have trouble joining, click on Members at the top of the page and message the Admin for assistance.
Who is eligible to join? Individuals who served at least one day of active military duty since December 7, 1941 and who were honorably discharged, or those who are still serving honorably.
Why You Should Join:
- For Family: The American Legion stands as a beacon of inclusivity and camaraderie, offering a welcoming embrace to veterans and their families from all walks of life.
- For Community: Discover the perfect volunteer opportunities tailored to your interests. The American Legion passionately backs its community through a myriad of avenues.
- For Benefits: Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families.
- For 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.
New Members: if you are applying for first time membership, you must submit the following information to the Post.
Step 1: Download and complete the new member application.
Step 2: Provide proof of eligibility. This may be a copy of your DD214, Discharge, drivers license or your VA card that shows you are a veteran. Military records may be requested from the National Archives, or by calling NPRC Customer Serivice at 314-801-0800 between 8 am - 4 pm Central Time.
Step 3: Either bring these documents and your dues payment ($50 as of 4/2026) to the Post, or mail the documents and a check payable to Post 208, to: D.W. Cassard Post 208, Attn: Legion Membership, 133 - 44th Street, Kentwood, Michigan 49548.
Annual Membership: Renew your membership online, or pick up a form at the post to complete the renewal process.
Transfers: Individuals applying for transfer from another post to our post must submit either by dropping off at the Post or by e-mail to adjutantpost208@gmail.com:
- A completed Member Data Form (available at the post)
- A copy of their DD214, Discharge, Driver's License or VA card that indicates they are a veteran.