About Us
We strive to enhance the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. The American Legion's vision statement is "The American Legion: Veterans Strengthening America."
The Benefits of
Being A Member
It's not about the bar.
It's not about the fish fry.
It's not about the meat raffle.
We do it for family.
We do it for community.
We do it for each other.
We do it because we haven't stopped serving, just like you.
Get Involved
The American Legion is the nation's largest and most powerful organization of U.S. wartime veterans and their families. Today, its members support their communities through posts throughout the country and the world.
Since 1919, the American Legion has supported the VA, the GI Bill and the post-9/11 GI Bill, and healthcare and employment benefits for civilians after discharge.
Every day, the American Legion works on behalf of servicemen and women and communities through it's four pillars:
What We Do
The Legion raises millions of dollars in donations at local, state, and national levels to help veterans and their families.
It is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization. The Legion stands behind the issues most important to the veteran's community.
Our success depends entirely on active membership, participation, and volunteerism. We belong to the people we serve and the communities in which we thrive.
