Serving those who served — on campus and beyond.
The Student Veterans Association (SVA) at the VFW Department of California connects veteran and military‑affiliated students with benefits, community, and career opportunities. Explore resources, find your campus chapter, apply for grants, and join the VFW network of mentorship and support.
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Student Veteran Resources
Education & Benefits
Campus & Community Support
Find SVA Chapters & VFW Posts
All SVA Organizations in California
Use the SVA national chapter directory and filter for California to find your campus chapter.
All VFW Posts in California
Use the VFW Post Locator and search within California to find a Post near you.
Grants & Funding — California VFW Foundation
The California VFW Foundation supports programs that serve veterans, military families, and student veteran initiatives. Campus SVA chapters and eligible organizations can apply for grants to support events, outreach, and essential services.
Questions about eligibility or timelines? Use the contact card below or include them in your email signup note.
Join the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
The VFW is a community of veterans serving veterans. Members gain access to mentorship, advocacy, scholarships, and a statewide network across California. If you’re a student veteran, joining connects your campus service to a lifetime of camaraderie.
