The American Legion’s annual Legacy Run conducted to benefit the children of fallen U.S. servicemembers raised more than $775,000 – well over the goal of $450,000 and a record donation … Continue reading →
The American Legion’s first-ever annual report was published in August 2011, in time for the 93rd National Convention, in Minneapolis. The illustrated book shows a diversity of American Legion programs … Continue reading →
Like every other federal agency, the Joint POW-MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) has felt the effects of sequestration. During an Aug. 26 briefing at The American Legion National Convention in Houston, … Continue reading →
Crossroads is inviting veterans who are artists to share their artwork and talent. Featured artists will be invited to display their artwork for a three month period at the Crossroads … Continue reading →
The fact veterans make up 16 percent of the homeless population is something the Home Depot Foundation takes very seriously. That’s why the foundation has committed $80 million over five … Continue reading →
Five years and 890,000 calls to the Veterans Crisis Line later, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) estimates that it has helped about 30,000 veterans from committing suicide, according to … Continue reading →
We’re looking for federally licensed “ham” radio operators who are members of the Sons of The American Legion. More than 1,300 members have joined The American Legion Amateur Radio Club … Continue reading →
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making progress in reducing its massive claims backlog, and – according to the woman in charge of overseeing benefits for VA – The … Continue reading →
The American Legion has long campaigned in favor of industry’s ready recognition of military training and acquired skills as former servicemembers transition into the civilian workplace. In particular, the Legion … Continue reading →