Membership is how we carry forward the legacy of service passed down from our parents and grandparents who served. United as Sons of the American Legion, we honor that legacy by strengthening our community and supporting veterans and their families through meaningful, year-round impact in Newport Beach and beyond.
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Eligibility
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Membership is open to individuals connected through a parent or grandparent’s active duty service in the U.S. military and eligibility for Sons of the American Legion membership.
Must reside in Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, or Costa Mesa
If veteran is living, they must be a member of Post 291 in good standing.
Death certificate required if the veteran is deceased
Sons 291 is committed to service. Membership provides the foundation that allows our Squadron to show up consistently—through events, fundraising, volunteer support, and year-round programs that serve veterans and their families. When you maintain active membership, you strengthen the organization’s ability to create real impact.
Applications
Two ways to apply
To make membership easy and accurate, we offer two application options:
To protect applicants and reduce delays, new membership applications are reviewed for eligibility before payment is finalized. This helps prevent situations where payment is collected for an application that cannot be approved.
Depending on your application method:
Online Application
Submit your information first. Payment is collected only after eligibility is confirmed (or a Squadron leader contacts you with next steps).
PDF Paper Application
Complete the form and follow the instructions provided, which may include mailing payment.