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AMERICAN LEGION POST NUMBER 25

COTTONWOOD, AZ · EIN 866038148 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.alpost25az.org
revenue
$204K
expenses
$192K
net assets
$472K
employees
10
volunteers
10
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

Assist needy veterans and their families. Assist other community organizations that promote the American principles of justice, freedom and democracy.

profile · synthesized from sources

American Legion Post 25 is a veteran's organization based in Cottonwood, AZ, dedicated to supporting veterans and their families. They offer programs such as flag sales, flag retirement services, and provide a meeting place for members and their auxiliary groups. The post also engages in community support and volunteer opportunities.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25
A women's organization supporting the American Legion and veterans, holding monthly meetings.
American Legion Riders Chapter 25
Motorcycle enthusiasts who are members of the American Legion, Auxiliary, or Sons of the American Legion, participating in events and supporting service members and their families.
Event Hall Rental
Offers an event hall for rent, accommodating up to 200 persons for ceremonies or banquets, with full bar services.
Flag Retirement Drop Box
Provides a drop box for worn, torn, or faded flags to be retired in accordance with American Legion ceremony.
Flag Sales
Sells American and POW/MIA flags made in the United States, with profits supporting veterans programs.
Sons of the American Legion Squadron 25
A group for male descendants of veterans, holding monthly meetings and supporting the American Legion's mission.
Veteran Resource Officer (VRO)
Provides resources and support to veterans.
activities · 9 clusters

what they do

  • Flag Retirement and Disposal Services 4 activities
    • Flag Sales and Retirement
      Sells U.S.-made American and POW/MIA flags, with profits supporting veterans programs, and operates a flag retirement drop box for unserviceable U.S. flags, retiring them according to American Legion ceremony guidelines.
    • Flag Sales and Retirement
      Sells U.S.-made American and POW/MIA flags, with profits supporting veterans programs, and operates a flag retirement drop box for unserviceable U.S. flags, retiring them according to American Legion ceremony guidelines.
    • Operates U.S. flag retirement program
      Manages a flag retirement drop box for unserviceable U.S. flags and conducts retirements in accordance with American Legion ceremonial guidelines.
    • Sells patriotic flags to support veterans programs
      Sells U.S.-made American and POW/MIA flags, with proceeds directed toward supporting veterans programs.
  • Veteran Commemoration Parades & Honor Rides 3 activities
    • Community Engagement and Support
      Participates in parades and motorcycling events to support local communities and provides help, aid, and comfort to current and former service members and their families.
    • Flag Raising Ceremonies
      Participates in and supports flag raising ceremonies, such as helping to raise the new American Flag at the Verde Valley Military Veterans Park in Cottonwood.
    • Participates in parades and motorcycling events
      Engages in local parades and motorcycling events as part of community outreach and veteran visibility efforts.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 2 activities
    • Community Engagement and Events
      Participates in parades and motorcycling events to support local communities, hosts ceremonies and banquets with full bar services for up to 200 attendees, and organizes events like the Sons Campout.
    • Hosting Community Events and Meetings
      Hosts monthly meetings for its members and organizes ceremonies and banquets with capacity for up to 200 attendees. The Post also plans and hosts events such as the Sons Campout at Dead Horse Ranch.
  • Regular Governance and Member Meetings 1 activity
    • Hosts monthly member meetings
      Convenes regular monthly meetings on the second Monday at the Post location in Cottonwood, AZ, serving as a core gathering for members.
  • Monthly Member Meetings for Discussion and Education 1 activity
    • Monthly Meetings
      Hosts monthly meetings on the second Monday of each month at 480 S. Calvary Way, Cottonwood, AZ.
  • Meeting & Conference Room Rental 1 activity
    • Organizes ceremonies, banquets, and community events
      Hosts formal ceremonies, banquets, and special events with capacity for up to 200 attendees, including participation in flag-raising events such as at the Verde Valley Military Veterans Park.
  • Veteran Mental Health & Peer Support Services 1 activity
    • Support for Service Members and Families
      Provides help, aid, and comfort to current and former service members and their families.
  • Veteran Emergency and Financial Relief 1 activity
    • Supports veterans and their families
      Provides ongoing help, aid, and comfort to current and former service members and their families through Post-sponsored activities and services.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Organizes youth and family campouts
      Hosts the Sons Campout event at Dead Horse Ranch, engaging youth and families in outdoor activities aligned with Post traditions.
    • Provides event bar services
      Offers full bar services for events hosted at the Post facility, supporting member and community gatherings.
    • Providing Bar Services for Events
      Offers full bar services for events hosted at the Post's facilities.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$204K
Contributions & grants$31K15%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$173K
expenses
Total expenses$192K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$68K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$473K
Cash$61K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1K
Net assets$472K
Liquid reserves3.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -7.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
BILL TINNIN 1ST VICE COMMANDER 20 $15K
NANCY HAY COMMANDER 30 $3K
board members · 3
  • DEBORAH DEXTER — 2ND VICE COMMANDER
  • J NEAL MCGUIRE — FINANCE OFFICER
  • JAMES GALCZYNSKI — ADJUTANT
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • American Legion Emblem Sales Partner — Partners with Emblem Sales to direct online flag purchases that generate proceeds for Post 25.
  • American Legion Post 25 Partner — SAL operates under the umbrella of American Legion Post 25 and coordinates administrative and membership activities with the Post.
  • American Legion Post Number 25 Partner — Operates as Auxiliary Unit 25 in coordination with American Legion Post Number 25.
  • Arizona Crisis Team (ACT) Partner — Seeks volunteers to provide emotional, practical, and resource assistance to citizens in Yavapai County.
  • Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Partner — Seeks volunteers to be an extra set of eyes and ears on campus.
  • Verde Valley Military Veterans Park Partner — Post 25 members assist with activities at the park, such as flag raising.
  • Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters Partner — Seeks volunteers to spend a few hours a month with a local child doing activities and mentoring.