As the nation's largest VSO, we relentlessly champion veterans and service members on Capitol Hill, support military families, and are dedicated to ending veteran suicide.
Founded by an Act of Congress after World War I, The American Legion fiercely advocates for the unique needs of every generation of veterans, service members, and their families who pledge to protect our nation. Today, we are committed to destigmatizing mental health support, offering peer-to-peer resources, and empowering everyone to Be The One in the fight to end veteran suicide.
For over a century The American Legion has strengthened America and its veterans through programs, services, compassion and actions that have proven vital, timeless and life-changing.
$723,348
Amount in American Legion Child Welfare Foundation contributions received during the program year, June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024.
12,406
Number of Grassroots Action Center users in June to urge passage of legislation now before Congress, via the platform managed by the national Legislative Division.
$197,500
Amount in American Legion National Oratorical Contest scholarships awarded to contestants from across the country, and beyond, after competition at Hillsdale College in Michigan May 18-19.
5,831
Members who took advantage of the multiyear option during May, raising the overall
total to 26,673 by month’s end.
1 million
VA benefits claims processed by March 4, largely due to the influx of applications from veterans seeking care and relief made available through The American Legion-backed PACT Act.
4,456
Number of American Legion posts that conducted Buddy Check operations last year, according to the
most recent Consolidated Post Report.
EMPOWERING AMERICA THROUGH COMMUNITY SPIRIT
The American Legion meets the unique needs of local communities, celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires others to serve and strengthen America.
