As the nation's largest VSO, we relentlessly champion veterans and service members on Capitol Hill, support military families, and are dedicated to preventing 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 prevent 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.
$21 B+
Record amount in VA disability benefits secured for veterans, free of charge, by accredited American Legion service officers in the 2023-24 fiscal year.
$852,593
Amount in American Legion Child Well-Being Foundation grants awarded for 2025 to non-profit organizations that help young people facing challenges.
44,586
Messages sent through the American Legion Grassroots Advocacy Center in less than a month urging Congress to pass emergency spending legislation to prevent delays in VA disability payments.
5,816
Increase between 2020 and 2024 in the number of young men participating in American Legion Boys State programs throughout the country.
2,341
One-year increase, 2023 to 2024, of American Legion Oratorical Contest participants at the post level, bringing the most recent total to 13,385.
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.
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