Welcome to American Legion General Colin L. Powell Post #809

Welcome Home

For veterans and their families living in or visiting the Dominican Republic, we are your community, your support, your mission. At American Legion DR we honor service. We build strength. We give back.

Who We Are

Post #809

Founded in 1919 in the United States, the American Legion is built on the enduring promise of mutual helpfulness, patriotism, and service to veterans, their families and our communities.
Our Post #809 in the Dominican Republic is fully aligned with that mission, but brings a local, international and innovative focus. Whether you served on foreign soil or are now living abroad, this is your home-away-from-home.

512+

Successfully Project Finished.

25+

Years of experience with proud

1120+

Revenue in 2017 investment

1520+

Colleagues & counting more daily

Our Commitment

Our Four Pillars

Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation

We serve veterans and their families by helping navigate benefits, supporting recovery, building purpose and community.

National Security

We foster readiness, promote service, and build skills that matter in today’s world and for tomorrow’s challenges.

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Americanism

We promote the values of citizenship, duty and patriotism: honor the flag, respect heritage, and support youth engagement.

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Children & Youth

We invest in the future. We protect our young people. We provide opportunities for growth, mentorship and community service.

Become a Member

If you are a veteran, U.S. or allied, living in or visiting the Dominican Republic, or if you are committed to supporting these programs, you can join Post #809. Together we serve, together we strengthen.


Get Involved

Not a veteran?

There are many ways to help:

  • Volunteer with one of our programs

  • Mentor youth in our leagues

  • Support our coral restoration dives

  • Partner in STEM and drone-training initiatives

Why Join Us?

For the following reasons

Continuing Our Mission of Service Beyond the Uniform

American Legion Resources for Veterans

Find trusted guidance, benefits information, and support programs through The American Legion network. From VA assistance and the Foreign Medical Program (FMP) to community initiatives and wellness opportunities, we’re here to ensure every veteran abroad receives the care and connection they’ve earned.

Veterans Care International

Veterans Medical Tours

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About Founders

Mission Statements

Steven Marks

CEO

Lara Smith

CTO

John Doe

COO

Our Latest Events

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Architect

Ema Romero

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Manager

Ann Smith

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