The Comeback Is ALWAYS Stronger Than the Setback
Your support makes the comeback possible.
✓ American Legion Post 490 is a 501(c)(19) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Our efforts are further supported by our South Houston American Legion Post 490 Foundation, which is recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit entity.
Rebuilding Post 490
In September 2021, a devastating fire destroyed American Legion Post 490 — a place that for more than 75 years has served as a home for veterans, families, and the South Houston community.
Post 490 is more than a building. It is where veterans find camaraderie, where families gather, and where service to country continues long after the uniform is hung up.
As the largest American Legion Post in Texas by membership, we are determined to rebuild — but we cannot do it alone. With your support, we will restore a place that stands for honor, service, and community for generations to come.
Even without a home, Post leadership has persevered, earned multiple awards, and sustained one of the largest Posts in Texas. Our membership has increased for the first time in three years and is positioned to grow dramatically once our facility is restored.
Building Construction Status
We know this process is taking longer than hoped, and we understand your impatience. Even so, our team remains focused, persistent, and committed to real progress.
Update: October 7, 2026
EGA met with the Trustees on August 19 and September 3, with another update on September 10. EGA’s August 19 schedule set a path to permitting design corrections by September 4, resubmittal by September 18, a base-case permit date of October 12, and a November 4 contingency date. The Trustees are monitoring each milestone.
On September 10, EGA confirmed that all plans had been resubmitted to the City of Houston for Round 2, more than a week ahead of the September 18 target. On September 23, the City completed its review of our permit plans and returned the results to EGA, including corrections to be addressed.
EGA moved quickly on the City’s comments. Revised plans were submitted for review on September 30 and again on October 7, keeping the project moving without delay. The project continues toward the October 12 base-case permit date, with the November 4 contingency date in place. EGA will continue to report progress or constraints, and the Trustees will keep everyone informed.
With limited resources, the Trustees are carefully using our budget where it matters most, directly advancing the project instead of paying for another costly outside resource.
Thank you for your patience, support, and trust as we continue moving this vision forward together.
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South Houston American Legion Post 490, Inc.
P.O. Box 1186
Friendswood, TX 77549
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