Jul
04
Post Event
Independence Day Ceremony
Join us for a flag-raising, keynote, and community potluck honoring our nation's birthday.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars · Post 10489 · Upland, CA
Serving Veterans. Strengthening Community. Honoring Service.
VFW Post 10489 proudly serves veterans, military families, and our community through advocacy, support, service, and fellowship.
Welcome
Welcome to VFW Post 10489
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we welcome today's military service members into our ranks - a brotherhood and sisterhood forged in shared sacrifice. Whether your service was in Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the Global War on Terror, or peacekeeping campaigns abroad, your courage helped preserve and defend freedom around the world. Here in Upland, we carry that legacy forward - serving veterans, families, and our community every day.
Why Join
Why Join the VFW?
Camaraderie
Connect with fellow veterans who understand your experiences and stand beside you in every chapter that follows.
Advocacy
Help protect and strengthen veterans' benefits and rights - at the local, state, and national level.
Service
Continue serving your community through meaningful programs, outreach, and time-honored tradition.
Veteran Services
No veteran stands alone.
From benefits navigation to crisis support, Post 10489 is here when you need us - and when your family needs us.
- Benefits AssistanceHelp understanding VA benefits and entitlements.
- Claims SupportService Officer assistance with VA claims.
- Veteran ResourcesConnections to local, state, and national resources.
- ReferralsTrusted referrals for housing, healthcare, and employment.
- Community SupportFriendly faces and a place to belong.
- Emergency AssistanceHelp in moments of urgent need.
Our Impact
Community Impact
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Years Serving
Programs
Programs & Youth Outreach
Calendar
Upcoming Events
Aug
17
Post Event
Annual Gun Show & Fundraiser
Our signature fundraising event supporting veteran programs and scholarships.
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11
Post Event
Veterans Day Memorial
A solemn tribute to those who served, with guest speakers and a wreath-laying ceremony.
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Veteran Spotlight
Featured Member
SSgt. Michael Reyes
U.S. Army22 Years of Service
A two-tour combat veteran and longtime Post member, Michael has dedicated his post-service years to mentoring transitioning service members and leading our youth outreach programs. His quiet leadership embodies what it means to keep serving.
In Memoriam
Memorial Wall
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Col. Richard "Chappy" Givens
U.S. Air Force
1964 – 2025
Sgt. Harold Bennett
U.S. Army
1942 – 2024
GySgt. Robert Mendoza
U.S. Marine Corps
1951 – 2023
Site Sponsors
Thank You to Our Supporters
Local businesses and organizations who stand with our veterans.
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Support Those Who Served
Every membership, every dollar, and every volunteer hour strengthens our ability to serve veterans and families in our community.
Get In Touch
Visit the Post
Stop by, give us a call, or send a message. We'd love to hear from you.