who runs it
organizations running this strategy · 1
what it looks like in practice
activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceOperates the American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy, providing training and career development opportunities for youth interested in law enforcement professions.
- Arizona legislative advocacy AMERICAN LEGIONadvocacyEngages in Arizona legislative activities to influence state-level policies affecting veterans and military families.
- Citizenship and civic engagement activities AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceEngages in citizenship activities promoting civic responsibility and national values among veterans and youth.
- Expanded veteran membership eligibility AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceAllows 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 AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceProvides financial donations to veterans and their families during times of grief, offering direct support in times of need.
- Flag-related advocacy AMERICAN LEGIONadvocacyAdvocates for flag-related issues, promoting respect and proper use of the American flag through public education and policy engagement.
- Get Out The Vote initiatives AMERICAN LEGIONadvocacyConducts "Get Out The Vote" initiatives to encourage voter participation among veterans and the broader community.
- Heroes to Hometowns reintegration program AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceOperates the Heroes to Hometowns program, a nationwide reintegration assistance service providing support to wounded veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Internal organizational capacity building AMERICAN LEGIONcapacity buildingWorks 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.
- JROTC program support AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceSupports Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) programs, providing resources and engagement opportunities for youth in military-themed education and leadership training.
- National security advocacy AMERICAN LEGIONadvocacyEngages in national security initiatives advocating for strong defense policies and support for military personnel.
- System Worth Saving program participation AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceParticipates in the "System Worth Saving" program, which supports advocacy and outreach efforts to protect and improve veterans' benefits and services.
- Transportation grants for healthcare access AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceOffers grants to support transportation for individuals traveling to and from health care appointments, facilitating access to medical services for veterans and their families.
- Veteran assistance tracking and fraud prevention AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceMaintains 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 civic development programs AMERICAN LEGIONdirect serviceOperates 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 scholarship programs AMERICAN LEGIONcapacity buildingOffers scholarship opportunities to support youth development and future success, particularly for students pursuing higher education.