Membership
American Legion Post 490 is the largest American Legion post in Texas by membership — and one of the most active in the nation. Join a community of veterans bound by service, brotherhood, and a commitment to giving back. Whether you're joining for the first time or renewing, we make it easy.
Department of Texas membership report, as of July 31, 2026 ›
Every renewal moves us closer to 100%. Renew today and keep Post 490 leading the way.
⭐ 2027 Membership Early Bird Renewal Is Open
As we celebrate America’s 250th, our 2027 Early Bird renewal is now open. Renew early and keep Post 490 leading the way.
Four ways to renew: online at MyLegion.org • by mail to P.O. Box 1186, Friendswood, TX 77549 • by phone at (281) 481-1179 (Mon–Fri 9 AM–1 PM) • or call or text Commander Rene Sanchez at 832-933-7395.
New Member
First-time Legionnaire? Create your account and join online through the official American Legion national portal.
Join The American LegionRenew Membership
Already a Legionnaire? Renew your membership online quickly through the American Legion member portal.
Renew Online✅ Eligibility
If you have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving — you are eligible for membership in The American Legion.
All active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join. U.S. Merchant Marine eligible December 7, 1941 – December 31, 1946 (WWII only).
💵 Current Dues
| Legionnaire | $50.00 |
| Auxiliary Member | $30.00 |
| Auxiliary Jr. Membership | $8.00 |
| S.A.L. Renewal | $30.00 |
| S.A.L. New Member Special | $20.00 |
| S.A.L. Jr. Membership | $15.00 |
Dues subject to change. Contact the Post for current year amounts.
📝 Other Ways to Join or Renew
In person: Join or renew at any General Membership Meeting — 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM. See the Calendar page for the current meeting location.
By mail: Download and complete the application, then mail with payment to P.O. Box 1186, Friendswood, TX 77549.
By phone: Call (281) 481-1179 during office hours (Mon–Fri 9 AM – 1 PM).
🤝 Member Benefits
As a Post 490 member you join the nation's largest veterans service organization and gain access to:
Post events and social gatherings • Service Officer assistance with VA benefits • Scholarship & youth program participation • Legion Riders, SAL, and Auxiliary affiliation • VA Hospital outreach visits • National Legion member discounts & programs
💲 Also Available: Pay Dues via PayPal
Use this form as an alternative way to pay your renewal dues for Legionnaire, Auxiliary, or SAL memberships. PayPal accepts major credit cards — no PayPal account required. For new Legionnaire memberships, please use the Join button above.