AMVETS
AMVETS (American Veterans) is the nation’s most inclusive Congressionally-chartered veterans service organization, representing the interests of 20 million veterans. AMVETS is open to and fighting for all who honorably served in the United States military, including the Reserve and Guard. With more than 250,000 members nationwide, we are veterans serving veterans.
"NEVER FORGET"
Our 20 Year Remembrance pin entitled "Never Forget" was awarded the 2021 Department Pin of the Year at the AMVETS National Convention held in Greensboro, NC.
AUXILIARY
SONS OF AMVETS
The Ladies Auxiliary is a subordinate national organization of AMVETS whose members (spouses or relatives of AMVETS) provide a range of services and support to veterans, communities and other nonprofit organizations such as Paws With a Cause, the John Tracy Clinic and Freedoms Foundation.
SONS OF AMVETS
SONS OF AMVETS
SONS OF AMVETS
The Sons of AMVETS, as its name implies, is a nationwide organization comprised of the sons of American veterans who are members of AMVETS. The Sons play an active role in promoting AMVETS’ legislative agenda, providing services to hospitalized veterans and supporting charitable initiatives.
AMVETS RIDERS
SONS OF AMVETS
AMVETS RIDERS
The AMVETS RIDERS are a dedicated and patriotic group of motorcycle riders who hold true to an unwavering respect for our Nation, our Flag, and our Military… past, present and future. The Riders are committed to the freedom of this Nation, to provide community service and fellowship, and to preserve and support the aims and goals of the AMVETS National Organization.
JUNIOR AMVETS
SONS OF AMVETS
AMVETS RIDERS
Junior AMVETS are the sons and daughters (under age 18) of AMVETS members. As a nationwide organization, “the Juniors” (as they are sometimes called) undertake projects—such as visiting a homeless shelter—that benefit veterans and communities alike.
LORETTA DiBRINO Department Commander 2026-2027
Loretta DiBrino was elected as the 72nd Department of New York Commander at the June 2026 convention in Binghamton, NY.
Loretta's eligibility within AMVETS comes from her service in the U.S. Army overseas. She enlisted in February 1977 and after completing 3 years of active duty, received an honorable discharge.
As a member of the AMVETS Organization, Loretta has served as Commander of Post 88 for two years and in various other roles. She served as Zone Director for seven years, on the Audit Committee for one year, and on the 22 Every Day Committee for five years. She has been a production partner for the televised Veterans News Program for the past ten years. She has partnered with the National Women Veterans Committee for fifteen years and served as Chairwoman of the National Community Service group for two years.
As Department Commander, Loretta looks forward to supporting all AMVETS initiatives and visiting as many member Posts as possible.
JOIN AMVETS
AMVETS members enjoy savings and benefits from our many partners and participate in post activities for fun, community service, and to help fellow veterans across many aspects of life. AMVETS is a service organization open to anyone who is currently serving, or have honorably served, in the U.S. Armed Forces.