American Legion Post 150

10/25/2026

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10/22/2026

Military families: your next four theme park tickets could cost $0.
Before you buy tickets, check these five options.

1. Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, and Sesame Place
Waves of Honor gives eligible active-duty members, activated or drilling Reservists, and currently serving National Guard free admission for themselves and up to three direct dependents.
One visit. One participating park. Once per year.
Verify through ID.me and redeem online before arriving.

2. LEGOLAND Florida and New York
Eligible military members and veterans get free admission through November 30, 2026.
Up to six additional guests get 50% off. Their tickets are discounted, not free.
Verify eligibility and book online before you go.

3. San Diego Zoo and Safari Park
Qualifying active-duty military receive complimentary admission with a valid military CAC.
This is an everyday benefit, not just a Veterans Day offer. Family admission is generally separate.

4. Colonial Williamsburg
Free admission November 6–11, 2026, for eligible active-duty members, Reservists, National Guard, veterans, retirees, and immediate dependents.
Bring the required identification. Your entire party must be present when collecting tickets onsite.

5. National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands
Veterans and qualifying Gold Star family members can receive a free Military Lifetime Pass.
Current military members, including Guard and Reserve, and eligible dependents can receive a free Military Annual Pass.

These cover eligible federal entrance and standard day-use fees. State park benefits are separate.
One deadline to act on now:
SeaWorld San Diego’s separate complimentary offer for eligible veterans and retirees requires tickets to be claimed AND used by October 25, 2026.
Free admission does not mean a free trip.

Parking, food, reservations, and special events may cost extra. Check eligibility, guest limits, and operating days before you pack the car.

Save this for your next family trip.

10/21/2026

Reminder: Our Veterans Lunch & Learn is Tomorrow!

Join us Thursday, October 22 at 3:30 PM at the YMCA of Saginaw for an informative afternoon with United Financial Credit Union!

We'll be discussing banking programs for veterans, fraud prevention, Social Security, and Medicare. Come ask questions, explore helpful resources, and connect with others in our veteran community!

A special thank you to United Financial Credit Union for sponsoring this event!

No registration or YMCA membership required. Everyone is welcome!

📍 YMCA of Saginaw | 1915 Fordney St.

We hope to see you tomorrow!

10/21/2026

10/19/2026

🇺🇸 THE AMERICAN LEGION: Free VA claims help from about 3,000 accredited service officers. Here's who qualifies and how to start.

❌ MYTH: "You have to be a Legionnaire, or join a post, to get their claims help."

✅ FACT: The Legion says its help is free "at no cost to any veteran, whether they are a Legionnaire or not."

✅ WHO CAN GET FREE HELP
Any veteran, member or not
Veterans and their families
No membership, fee or rating required
Service officers in every state, reachable by phone or email

🗂️ WHAT THEIR SERVICE OFFICERS HELP WITH
VA disability benefit claims
Appeals at the Board of Veterans' Appeals
Education and employment resources
Understanding your VA benefits

🏅 BY THE NUMBERS (fiscal year 2023)
$18.8 billion in benefits claims secured in one year
More than 11,234 veterans represented at the Board of Veterans' Appeals, with $89.6 million in back pay
About 3,000 accredited service officers
Other programs include Temporary Financial Assistance, Be the One and scholarships

🎖️ MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED
Claims help is free whether or not you join.
Joining is optional. If you choose to join, there is a membership fee. Check legion.org for the current amount.
To join, you need at least 1 day of active military duty since Dec. 7, 1941 (under the LEGION Act), and you must be honorably discharged or still serving.

📋 HOW TO GET STARTED
1️⃣ Find a service officer in your state at legion.org. Each state lists a phone number and email.
2️⃣ Reach out by phone or through the "Email Service Officer" link, and gather your DD-214 and medical records.
3️⃣ Sign VA Form 21-22 to appoint the American Legion as your representative, so they can work your claim with VA.
4️⃣ Got a VA decision? Ask your service officer about your options, including an appeal to the Board.

📞 Washington office: (202) 861-2700 · National Headquarters: (317) 630-1200

Free help is great, but no one, free or paid, can guarantee a rating or move your claim to the front of the line.

🔗 Find an American Legion service officer: https://www.legion.org/member-services/veterans-services/veterans-benefits/find-a-veteran-service-officer

🔗 VA's list of accredited VSOs: https://www.va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation/accredvso.asp

🤝 Find any free accredited VSO: https://www.va.gov/get-help-from-accredited-representative/find-rep/

✍️ Free Statement Writer: https://www.veteransclaimsedu.com/statement-writer

⚠️ Educational information only, not legal advice. Veterans Claims Education is not affiliated with the American Legion or VA. AI-assisted; may contain errors. The Legion's rules may change, so confirm directly with the American Legion.

10/13/2026

Veterans: there’s a free lifetime benefit sitting on the table. Don’t leave it there.
You may be eligible for the FREE America the Beautiful Military Lifetime Pass.

No VA disability rating required.

The pass can cover entrance fees and standard day-use fees at

participating federal recreation sites, including:
- National parks
- National forests
- Wildlife refuges
- Bureau of Land Management sites
- Bureau of Reclamation sites
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation sites

At locations that charge per vehicle:
You and the occupants of one private, non-commercial vehicle are covered.

At locations that charge per person:
You plus up to three additional adults are covered.
Children 15 and under are free.
And if you have a permanent disability, you may also qualify for the America the Beautiful Access Pass, which can provide additional discounts at certain locations.

The important part:
This is a lifetime benefit.
You can pick up the Military Lifetime Pass in person at participating federal recreation sites or apply online. Online orders may include processing or shipping fees.

You earned the benefit.

Use it.

Share this with a veteran who may not know it exists.

10/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!

Today we celebrate the Sailors who protect ports and seas across the globe with honor.

Fair winds and following seas. ⚓🇺🇸