Discover the Best Veteran Groups in Texas to Connect with Fellow Service Members and Find Support in Your Area

Discover the Best Veteran Groups in Texas to Connect with Fellow Service Members and Find Support in Your Area

With one of the largest veteran populations in the country, Texas has no shortage of opportunities for veterans and service members to connect, find support, and build a community. Whether seeking career support, social connection, mental health resources, or just a space to share your story, there’s a multitude of Texas-based veteran groups to support you. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at some of the finest veteran groups in Texas that offer community, assistance, and vital services to those who have served.

Top Veteran Organizations in Texas

1. Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

The Texas VFW allows veterans to socialize, fill the gaps where they can share their stories, and do community service. The Veterans of Foreign Wars advocates for the rights of veterans, and even gets them their benefits, organizes social activities, fundraisers, and services for veterans. It is a great resource, whether you’re looking for help with VA benefits, searching for a strong veteran community, or something in between.

2. American Legion – Texas

The American Legion is among the most recognized veteran groups in Texas. The organization offers a host of services, from advocacy for veterans’ benefits to community programs, scholarships, and family support. The sects also organize regular meetings, events, and opportunities to network with each other.

3. Wounded Warrior Project – Texas

For the men and women who are injured veterans, both physically and emotionally, the Wounded Warrior Project can be a very resourceful tool. It offers behavioral health services, career counseling, and peer support groups across Texas. Veterans can join their many events and workshops to ease the transition into civilian life while prioritizing the whole being.

4. Team RWB (Red, White & Blue) Texas

If you want an avenue for staying active and forging strong relationships with your fellow veterans, Team RWB is the place for you. This organization seeks to improve veterans’ lives through both physical and social activities, including running clubs, hiking trips, yoga sessions, and community events. Chapters are available across Texas, so you can almost always find a group near you.

5. Combined Arms

Operating out of Houston, Combined Arms is a one-of-a-kind veteran group in Texas to the help and services they require. It is a one-stop shop for veterans to find jobs, education, mental health services, and socializing. The organization partners with various veteran-focused nonprofits to provide veterans with a holistic approach.

6. Lone Star Veterans Association (LSVA)

Some of the LSVA’s services are peer support, career services, and social networking for post-9/11 veterans in Texas. The organization assists veterans in transitioning to civilian careers and lifestyles through networking events, job fairs, and mentorship programs.

7. Mission Continues- Texas Platoons

For veterans who want to actively continue serving their communities, Mission Continues has local “platoons,” where volunteers perform service projects throughout Texas. These groups are about the work you can do with the community, which can have an effect that provides meaning to purpose and a sense of belonging to veterans who want to return the favor.

8. Military Order Of The World Wars

The MOWW is a veteran group in Texas whose mission is to foster and promote the principles of national security, good citizenship, and youth leadership. It offers veterans network opportunities, mentorship programs, and community service initiatives, with chapters throughout Texas. The organization strongly embraces ROTC programs and leadership training for young Americans.

How to Find the Right Veteran Group For You

Know What You Want: Determine whether you want to get involved with a specific community, networking events, mental health resources, or serve the community.

Local Chapters: Look up the various local chapters of many national veteran organizations, as they may offer different programs and events.

Attend an Event: Many organizations hold open events, where potential new members can meet members of the group, and members can see if the person is a good fit.

Looking Outside of Local Resources: If you’re unable to qualify for or have access to a local group, valuable support and networking can sometimes be found in online veteran communities as well.

Join the Dallas Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars to attend events and connect with like-minded individuals. Get involved with us today.