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AMERICAN LEGION

AVONDALE, AZ · EIN 860171489 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · azlegion.org
revenue
$617K
expenses
$543K
net assets
$811K
employees
12
volunteers
35
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

The mission of the American Legion Post 61 Crandall Palmer is to serve veterans, their families and to assist youth programs.

profile · synthesized from sources

The American Legion is a nationwide veterans service organization founded in 1919 to support wartime veterans, their families, and youth programs. It operates locally through posts across the U.S., delivering services in four key areas: veterans affairs and rehabilitation, national security, Americanism, and children & youth. The organization advocates for veterans' benefits, runs youth development programs, and promotes patriotism and civic engagement.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $225K
    Club
  2. #2 $0
    Color Guard
named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

American Legion Baseball
Youth baseball program that promotes sportsmanship, citizenship, and leadership among high school-aged players across the U.S.
Heroes to Hometowns
Nationwide reintegration assistance program for wounded veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, providing support with healthcare, employment, and community connections
Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC)
Supports JROTC programs in schools to promote leadership, discipline, and patriotism among youth
Junior Shooting Sports Program
Youth marksmanship program promoting safety, responsibility, and skill development in shooting sports
Oratorical Program
Speech competition for high school students focused on the U.S. Constitution, designed to develop public speaking and civic knowledge
Veterans Service Officer Program
Provides direct assistance to veterans navigating VA benefits and healthcare, with service officers at local posts
activities · 12 groups

what they do

  • Veteran Mental Health & Peer Support Services 2 activities
    • Healthcare System Participation
      Participates in the "System Worth Saving" program, which likely focuses on improving or supporting healthcare services for veterans.
    • System Worth Saving program participation
      Participates in the "System Worth Saving" program, which supports advocacy and outreach efforts to protect and improve veterans' benefits and services.
  • Veteran Reintegration and Comfort Support 2 activities
    • Heroes to Hometowns reintegration program
      Operates the Heroes to Hometowns program, a nationwide reintegration assistance service providing support to wounded veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
    • Veteran Reintegration and Support
      Provides reintegration assistance to wounded veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan through the Heroes to Hometowns program, offers financial donations to veterans and their families during times of grief, and provides grants for transportation to healthcare appointments.
  • Veteran Resource Coordination & Data Management 2 activities
    • Veteran Assistance Tracking and Fraud Prevention
      Maintains a searchable database of veterans who have received assistance from Arizona American Legion posts, operates a reporting system for service officers to document assistance provided to veterans regardless of membership, and uses a database system to identify potential fraudulent claims of veteran status.
    • Veteran assistance tracking and fraud prevention
      Maintains a searchable database of veterans who have received assistance from Arizona American Legion posts and uses the system to identify potential fraudulent claims of veteran status, ensuring integrity in service delivery.
  • Youth Leadership and Scholarship Programs 2 activities
    • Youth Development Programs
      Operates various youth programs including an oratorical program, a youth baseball program, a Junior Shooting Sports Program, and supports Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) programs. It also offers scholarship opportunities for youth development.
    • Youth leadership and civic development programs
      Operates multiple youth programs including the Oratorical program, Arizona American Legion Baseball, Junior Shooting Sports Program (JSSP), and the American Legion Arizona Boys State program to promote leadership, civic engagement, and personal development.
  • Youth Law Enforcement Training Academies 1 activity
    • American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy
      Operates the American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy, providing training and career development opportunities for youth interested in law enforcement professions.
  • Flag Protection Advocacy & Education 1 activity
    • Flag-related advocacy
      Advocates for flag-related issues, promoting respect and proper use of the American flag through public education and policy engagement.
  • Youth Voter Registration & Civic Engagement 1 activity
    • Get Out The Vote initiatives
      Conducts "Get Out The Vote" initiatives to encourage voter participation among veterans and the broader community.
  • JROTC Support and Recognition 1 activity
    • JROTC program support
      Supports Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) programs, providing resources and engagement opportunities for youth in military-themed education and leadership training.
  • Legislative Advocacy for Veteran Benefits 1 activity
    • National security advocacy
      Engages in national security initiatives advocating for strong defense policies and support for military personnel.
  • Veteran Transportation Assistance 1 activity
    • Transportation grants for healthcare access
      Offers grants to support transportation for individuals traveling to and from health care appointments, facilitating access to medical services for veterans and their families.
  • Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 1 activity
    • Youth scholarship programs
      Offers scholarship opportunities to support youth development and future success, particularly for students pursuing higher education.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Advocacy and Civic Engagement
      Engages in citizenship activities, advocates for flag-related issues, conducts "Get Out The Vote" initiatives, engages in Arizona legislative activities, and participates in national security initiatives.
    • Arizona legislative advocacy
      Engages in Arizona legislative activities to influence state-level policies affecting veterans and military families.
    • Citizenship and civic engagement activities
      Engages in citizenship activities promoting civic responsibility and national values among veterans and youth.
    • Expanded veteran membership eligibility
      Allows honorably discharged veterans whose service occurred outside previously defined war eras to join immediately, expanding membership eligibility to thousands of additional veterans in local communities.
    • Financial assistance for veterans and families
      Provides financial donations to veterans and their families during times of grief, offering direct support in times of need.
    • Internal organizational capacity building
      Works toward achieving top national ranking in membership within The American Legion and collects committee reports for internal governance and planning, such as for the 2020 Fall Conference remote meeting.
    • Veteran Membership Expansion
      Expands membership eligibility for honorably discharged veterans whose service occurred outside previously defined war eras, allowing thousands of additional veterans to join the organization.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$617K
Contributions & grants$64K10%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$553K
expenses
Total expenses$543K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$159K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$821K
Cash$170K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$811K
Liquid reserves3.8 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +35.9%
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • AMVETS Partner — Referenced as a comparable veterans service organization with differing membership eligibility criteria.
  • American Legion Riders of Arizona Partner — Supports the American Legion Riders of Arizona.
  • Boys State Partner — Collaborates with Boys State to provide sponsorship opportunities for student participants.
  • Sons of The American Legion Partner — Supports the Sons of The American Legion.
  • The American Legion National Network — Affiliated with The American Legion National organization.
  • Vetslink Partner — Provides resources and information for Arizona American Legion Post Service Officers.