(707) 234-7461
"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their Nation."
General George Washington
Continental Army, Commanding
November 10, 1781
Who We Are
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1929 was established in Petaluma, California, in 1930 by local World War I veterans to impact Petaluma and our surrounding communities positively. We are a 501(c)(19) nonprofit Veteran Support Organization officially chartered by Congress under Title 36 USC Ch. 2301. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1929 has fostered camaraderie among past, present, and future members of our veteran and military community.
We have been developing citizens and leaders of character locally for more than 91 years.
What We Do
Our mission is to serve our veterans, the military, and our communities, advocate for all Veterans and their families, and develop citizens and leaders of character.
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Our purpose is focused on seven areas:
Family and Community
Preserve and strengthen comradeship among members, families and the community
Never leave a fallen comrade
Assist worthy comrades in need
Stewards of our History
Perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their surviving spouses and orphans
Support and Defend the Constitution
Maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws
Lead by example
Foster true patriotism
Educate the Community
Maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom
Defend our Families and Community
Preserve and defend the United States from all enemies
VFW Post 1929 Meetings
VFW Post 1929 Members
First Thursday of each Month at 7:00pm PST
The members of VFW Post 1929 meet on the First Thursday of each Month at 7:00 pm PST. The purpose of the meeting is to synchronize Post operations and community engagement efforts. Officers and committee leaders provide updates, and all members have an equal vote to approve, disapprove or amend any activity.
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Meeting are held at the Petaluma Veterans Memorial Building: 1094 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, CA 94952 and on Zoom.
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These meetings are closed to nonmembers.
VFW Post 1929 Auxillary
First Thursday of each Month at 7:00pm PST
The VFW Post 1929 Auxiliary members meet on the First Thursday of each Month at 7:00 pm PST. The purpose of the meeting is to synchronize auxiliary operations and community engagement efforts. Officers and committee leaders provide updates, and all members have an equal vote to approve, disapprove or amend any activity.
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Meeting are held at the Petaluma Veterans Memorial Building: 1094 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, CA 94952 and on Zoom.
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These meetings are closed to nonmembers.
Get-Together
Bring your children, parents, siblings, and friends to Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) activities in Petaluma.
Petaluma Veterans Lounge
Welcome Home!
Socialize with other Veterans and families that understand what you have been through. The lounge is open to military cadets, service members, and all Veterans and surviving family members.
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Open to First Responders on the first Friday of every month.
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Open every Friday 5:30pm-9:00pm
(Red Friday)
Come by!
Petaluma Veterans' Patio
Thank you for your service!
We have celebrations throughout the year to socialize our community elders with the next generation of volunteers. Nearly 70% of service members are the sons or and daughters of military parents. These celebrations are open to military cadets, service members, and all Veterans and surviving family members.
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Open every Friday 5:30pm-9:00pm
(Red Friday)
Come by!
Support Network
Get Connected!
At Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1929, we connect you to the local, regional, state, and federal resources to reintegrate you and your family into the community. Our grandparents and parents navigated uncharted waters of returning to civilian life. You are not alone. We are here to help you realize domestic tranquility.
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Photo: World War II U.S. Army Ranger helps Modern U.S. Army Ranger scale the cliff at Pointe du Hoc in Normandy, France.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1929
Physical Address
1094 Petaluma Blvd S, Petaluma, CA 94952
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 29
Petaluma, CA. 94953-0029
(707) 234-7461