U.S. citizenship
You must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
Our charter organization · Reynoldsburg, Ohio
VFW Post 9473: service that brings generations together.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9473 has chartered Troop 826 since 1996. We are grateful for the veterans and families who give our Scouts a place to gather, serve and grow. If you qualify, consider becoming part of their community.
A shared commitment to service
More than our meeting place.
The Post’s support connects Scouts with people whose lives demonstrate service, citizenship and care for their neighbors.
Troop 826 Scouts serve alongside the VFW through Memorial Day flags, breakfasts, flag retirements, Eagle Scout projects and community events. That relationship helps young people understand that leadership means showing up for others.
Membership is a chance to find fellowship with fellow veterans, support military families and help carry this spirit of service forward in Reynoldsburg.
VFW membership
Have you served? You may be eligible.
VFW membership combines citizenship, honorable military service and qualifying foreign service. Post 9473 can help you review your records and confirm eligibility.
Honorable service
You must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with an Honorable or General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge, or be currently serving.
Qualifying foreign service
You must have qualifying service in a foreign war, campaign or expedition, verified through an authorized campaign or expeditionary award, qualifying military pay, or qualifying Korea service.
How qualifying service is verified
- A qualifying award: an authorized campaign or expeditionary medal, ribbon, badge or insignia recognized by the VFW.
- Military pay records: receipt of Hostile Fire Pay or Imminent Danger Pay.
- Korea service: at least 30 consecutive or 60 nonconsecutive days in Korea after June 30, 1949.
Ordinary overseas duty alone does not automatically establish eligibility. If you are unsure, ask the Post to help review your service.
Take the next step
Start with a conversation at Post 9473.
- Contact the Post. Tell them you are interested in joining and ask about the application, current dues and the records to bring.
- Gather your documentation. A DD-214 often records qualifying service. Personnel records, award documentation or military pay statements may also help establish eligibility.
- Apply through the Post. The Post reviews eligibility and guides you through membership. If applying through the national VFW website, indicate your interest in Reynoldsburg Post 9473.
Missing your service records? You can request them through the National Archives and National Personnel Records Center.
For eligible family members
Your family’s service can be a connection, too.
The VFW Auxiliary offers another way to support veterans, military families and the community.
People age 16 or older may qualify through a living or deceased veteran who is or was eligible for VFW membership. Qualifying relationships include a spouse or surviving spouse, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild or sibling.
Step and adopted relationships, as well as half-siblings, are recognized. Applicants must provide proof of the veteran’s qualifying service. Contact Post 9473 about its Auxiliary and the application process.
Keep the tradition of service growing
Know someone who may qualify?
Share this page with a veteran or family member. A simple invitation can help someone find friendship, purpose and a place to continue serving.
This page is shared by Troop 826 in appreciation of our charter organization. Membership decisions, dues and applications are handled by the VFW and Auxiliary.
Sources: VFW eligibility · VFW eligibility worksheet · VFW citizenship and service requirements · VFW Auxiliary · Post 9473
