His humanitarian endeavors earned Hoover posthumous recognition from The American Legion in 1965.
"Before the United States' entry into World War I, Mr. Hoover's great talents were called upon to administer the gigantic relief programs for the aid of the helpless victims of war in Europe and especially in Belgium and France," said National Commander Donald E. Johnson, presenting the honor to the president's son, Herbert Hoover Jr.
In World War II, Hoover again raised millions to help feed war victims.