activities · 26
what they do
direct service · 22
- American Legion Baseball Youth Baseball with Character DevelopmentOperates American Legion Baseball, an amateur athletic program that educates young people on sportsmanship, citizenship, and fitness.
- Boys State Program Youth Civic Leadership TrainingOperates the annual Boys State program, established in 1937, which teaches civic aspects of US citizenship, government functions, and encourages participation in government structures by organizing students into cities where they can run for political office, learn about legal and legislative procedures, and meet state leaders.
- Child Welfare Foundation Fundraising Veteran and Community Charity FundraisingRaises funds for the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation, having raised over $427,000 in 2019 and over $7 million since 1988.
- Child Welfare Foundation Support Veteran and Community Charity FundraisingCollaborates with The American Legion to promote children and youth programs, raising over $7 million since 1988 for the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation.
- Community Service and Military Support Veteran Membership and Community SupportProvides millions of hours of free community service, assistance at VA medical facilities, and help at military installations annually, while also supporting The American Legion and enhancing the lives of veterans, military personnel, and their families.
- Financial Support for Veteran and Youth Programs Veteran and Community Charity FundraisingRaises millions of dollars annually through donations to support veterans and their families, provide college scholarships, and contribute to the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation.
- Financial Support for Veterans and Families Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportRaises millions of dollars annually through donations at local, state, and national levels to assist veterans and their families, and provides college scholarship opportunities.
- Scholarship Programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to promote quality education and literacy, including two scholarships for the local Grand Canyon Community, with application packets distributed to high school seniors.
- Scholarship Programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to promote quality education and literacy, including two scholarships for the local Grand Canyon Community, with application packets distributed to high school seniors annually.
- Scholarship Programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to promote quality education and literacy, including two specific scholarships for the Grand Canyon Community, with application packets distributed to high school seniors.
- Support for VA Hospitals and Homes Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsDonates over 455,000 volunteer hours and raises over $1.6 million for VA hospitals and VA homes to provide medical equipment, clothing, and other essential items.
- Support for Wounded Warriors and Veterans Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportOperates the Operation Comfort Warriors program to provide comfort items and support to recovering wounded warriors and their families, and the Heroes to Hometowns program to help active-duty military personnel and newly discharged veterans recover and adjust to lifestyle changes, including temporary housing, mentoring, and job training for homeless veterans.
- Support for Wounded Warriors and Veterans Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportOperates Operation Comfort Warriors and Heroes to Hometowns programs to provide comfort items, support, temporary housing, mentoring, and job training for recovering wounded warriors, active-duty military personnel, newly discharged veterans, and homeless veterans.
- Supporting Veterans and Military Families Veteran and Family Support CoordinationEnhances the lives of veterans, military personnel, and their families through various service activities, including providing comfort items to wounded warriors, offering temporary housing, mentoring, and job training for homeless veterans, and assisting at VA medical facilities and military installations.
- Veteran Funeral Honors Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsProvides official services at thousands of veteran funerals globally each year through honor guards.
- Volunteer Services for Veterans and Military Families Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsDonates hundreds of thousands of volunteer hours and raises significant funds for VA hospitals and homes, providing items like medical equipment and clothing, and offers free community service and assistance at VA medical facilities and military installations.
- Youth Amateur Sports Program Youth Baseball with Character DevelopmentOperates American Legion Baseball, an amateur athletic program designed to educate young people on sportsmanship, citizenship, and fitness.
- Youth Law Enforcement and Military Career Exposure Youth Law Enforcement & Military Career AcademiesConducts an annual summer program for youth that provides first-hand exposure to the roles of police officers and military personnel through a structured, intensive daily program including physical training, obstacle courses, and defensive tactics, with instruction from certified police officers and military personnel.
- Youth Law Enforcement and Military Exposure Program Youth Law Enforcement & Military Career AcademiesConducts an annual summer program for youth that provides first-hand exposure to the roles of police officers and military personnel through a structured, intensive daily program including physical training, obstacle courses, defensive tactics, and dormitory maintenance. Instruction is delivered by certified police officers and military personnel.
- Youth Law Enforcement and Military Program Youth Law Enforcement & Military Career AcademiesOperates an annual summer program that provides youth with first-hand exposure to law enforcement and military roles through a structured, intensive daily program including physical training, obstacle courses, and defensive tactics, with instruction from certified police officers and military personnel.
- Youth Leadership and Civic Engagement Programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingOperates the annual Boys State program, established in 1937, which educates youth on US citizenship, government functions, and encourages participation in government structures through simulated city, county, and state-level government activities, including running for political office and learning legal procedures.
- Youth Sports Programs Youth Baseball with Character DevelopmentOperates American Legion Baseball, an amateur athletic program designed to educate young people on sportsmanship, citizenship, and fitness.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy and Civic Engagement Youth and Civic Engagement ProgramsAdvocates for veterans, educates citizens, mentors youth, and promotes patriotism and good citizenship, offering educational and leadership opportunities that promote freedom, democracy, and patriotic civic engagement.
- Advocacy and Patriotism Promotion Youth and Civic Engagement ProgramsAdvocates for veterans, educates citizens, mentors youth, and promotes patriotism and good citizenship.
- Advocacy for Veterans and Patriotism Youth and Civic Engagement ProgramsAdvocates for veterans, educates citizens, mentors youth, and promotes patriotism and good citizenship.
capacity building · 1
- Youth Civic Education and Leadership Programs Youth Civic Leadership TrainingOperates the annual Boys State program, established in 1937, which teaches youth about US citizenship, government functions, and encourages participation in government structures through simulated city, county, and state-level government operations, including running for political office and learning legal and legislative procedures. Also offers educational and leadership opportunities promoting freedom, democracy, and patriotic civic engagement.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Community-Based Engagement and Volunteerism community_volunteer_engagementThe organization strengthens its mission delivery and community impact by engaging volunteers at the local level, fostering meaningful roles, and empowering members through service. This community-based approach supports local programs and activities, contributing to overall community well-being.
- Comprehensive Support and Advocacy for Veterans, Military, and Families comprehensive_supportThe organization serves, helps, and meets the needs of veterans, the military, and their families through personal assistance, grants, goods, disaster relief, networking, and advocacy, including expert advice on government benefits and grassroots legislative advocacy.
- Comprehensive Support and Advocacy for Veterans, Military, and Families comprehensive_support_and_advocacyThe organization provides holistic support to veterans, military personnel, and their families by offering direct assistance, advocating for their needs at all levels of government, and helping them access eligible benefits. This approach aims to meet their diverse needs and improve their well-being.
- Comprehensive Support and Advocacy for Veterans, Military, and Families comprehensive_supportThe organization serves, helps, and meets the needs of veterans, the military, and their families through personal assistance, grants, goods, disaster relief, networking, volunteerism, and advocacy, including expert advice on government benefits and grassroots legislative advocacy.
- Empowering Members and Communities through Selfless Service and Volunteerism service_not_selfThe organization operates on a philosophy of selfless service to veterans, military, and families, strengthening mission delivery by creating meaningful volunteer roles at the community level, and using service engagement to empower members and foster personal fulfillment.
- Fostering Americanism and Patriotism through Civic Education civic_educationThe organization bases its foundation on American ideals and principles, promoting patriotism and national security through civic education, honoring military service heritage, and advocating for these values.
- Fostering Americanism and Patriotism through Civic Education civic_educationThe organization promotes Americanism and patriotism by educating individuals, particularly youth, about civic duties, the heritage of military service, and the principles of American society. This includes structured educational experiences and engagement with public service officials to instill civic values and national pride.
- Youth Development through Education and Mentorship positive_youth_developmentThe organization supports youth development by providing educational opportunities, scholarships, and mentorship. This approach aims to cultivate future leaders, promote civic responsibility, and ensure that increased knowledge contributes to better citizens and a stronger nation.
- Youth Development through Structured Educational Experiences and Mentorship positive_youth_developmentThe organization supports youth through structured educational experiences, mentorship, and scholarships, believing that increased knowledge leads to better citizens and investing in the country's future. This includes civic education through expert engagement and fostering networking among high-achieving students.
- Youth Development through Structured Educational and Civic Engagement positive_youth_developmentThe organization supports youth through structured educational experiences, including civic education with expert engagement, and provides scholarships to foster knowledge and develop future citizens, positioning these programs as educational rather than disciplinary interventions.
named programs · 1
what they call their work
Christmas Projects
Seasonal initiative providing gifts, meals, and holiday support to veterans, active-duty service members, and their families
relationships · 16
who they work with
- American Legion Network — John Ivens Post 42 is a chartered post of the American Legion.
- American Legion Auxiliary Foundation Funder — Receives 0.5% of eligible Amazon purchases as donations.
- American Legion Child Welfare Foundation Partner — Collaborates with SAL to support children and youth programs; receives funding and volunteer support.
- American Legion Riders Partner — Members can join American Legion Riders chapters.
- American Legion Riders Partner — Part of The American Legion Family, which includes American Legion Riders.
- Arizona police agencies Partner — Provides certified police officers to deliver basic instruction in the ALLECA program.
- Frank Perkins Post Partner — Provided officers to assist with the initial organization ceremony of John Ivens Post No. 42.
- Sons of The American Legion Partner — Provides community service and assistance at VA medical facilities and military installations.
- Sons of The American Legion Partner — Works alongside Sons of The American Legion as part of The American Legion Family.
- Sons of The American Legion Partner — Works alongside Sons of The American Legion to promote patriotism, national security, support youth, and advocate for veterans and military.
- Student Veterans of America Partner — Networks with Student Veterans of America to support veteran education.
- The American Legion Network — SAL operates as a program of The American Legion and works jointly on shared initiatives.
- The American Legion Partner — Primary organizational partner; the Auxiliary supports The American Legion's initiatives and programs.
- The American Legion Partner — Works alongside The American Legion as part of The American Legion Family.
- The American Legion Partner — Works alongside The American Legion to promote patriotism, national security, support youth, and advocate for veterans and military.
- USAA Partner — Allied through a "preferred provider" relationship to connect Legionnaires with banking, insurance, and personal finance services.