Veterans Services
One of the four pillars of the American Legion is Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation.
To that end, we provide this information as a resource to our members and fellow veterans.
Post Service Officer: We are in the process of filling our Post Service Officer position. Once the PSO is ready to begin their service, we will provide details on how to contact them for assistance. Thanks for your patience.
Important info: The Post Service Officer (PSO) is not a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) employee/representative. The PSO is not an accredited VSO (VA/IDVA representative) and, as such, is not authorized to act on behalf of (represent) claimants, file claims on behalf of the claimants, or adjudicate claims in any manner. The PSO serves solely to provide information to help veterans and their dependents receive their earned benefits. The PSO is not responsible for claims processing and determinations, nor are they allowed to voluntarily undertake such responsibility.
Key Resources:
Veterans Services Points Of Contacts (available in hard copy at Post 735)
- Customized list, developed and maintained by Post 735, specific to veterans in the greater Cedar Rapids metro area
Iowa Dept of VA (IDVA) benefits flyer (available in hard copy at Post 735)
- Iowa-specific information regarding benefits, deals, and discounts
Iowa Dept of VA (IDVA) benefits pamphlet (available in hard copy Post 735)
- Iowa-specific information regarding benefits, deals, and discounts (in trifold brochure format)
2025 VA Dept Veterans Benefits Guide
- Department of VA annual publication, available for download
VA Dept Survivors and Burial Benefits Kit
- A source of pre-need planning information and record storage for Veterans and their families.
Money-saving good deals:
Linn County and Cedar Rapids property tax reduction:
- details available at https://www.linncountyiowa.gov/FAQ.aspx?QID=975)
Discounted Iowa DNR fishing/hunting license:
- Submit the DNR form 542-1411 and proof of service (DD-214) to DNR's licensing website
- Contact Iowa DNR at (833) 759-9797 for approval status and purchasing
Lifetime America the Beautiful National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Military Pass:
- Available through the USGS store
GOVX (free account, plenty of discounts/rebates):
- GOVX.com
Legion Insurance Trust (no-cost $5000/$1000 accidental death coverage):
- Legionnaire Insurance Trust
Iowa's Homeownership Assistance Program ($5000 grant for home purchases)
- Details at Iowa's Military HAP website