National Emergency Fund
MUTUAL HELPFULNESS IS IN OUR DNA
Since the 1920s, The American Legion has stood by communities, Legionnaires and Legion posts after disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires.
Established after Hurricane Hugo in 1989, the National Emergency Fund has delivered over $11 million in aid to Legionnaires and Legion posts, helping prevent post closures and support recovery. With grants of up to $3,000 for individuals and $10,000 for posts, the NEF ensures rapid relief when it’s needed most.
Eligibility
Membership in The American Legion must be active when the disaster strikes and when the application is filed.
What's covered: An NEF grant may be considered when the applicant:
- Has been displaced from his or her primary residence due to damage sustained during a declared natural disaster.
- Provides copies of receipts of items required to meet immediate needs (such as temporary housing, food, water, clothing, diapers, etc.) during the period immediately following the disaster.
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MEMBER?
The Auxiliary Emergency Fund (AEF) provides grants up to $3,000 to eligible members of the American Legion Auxiliary who have suffered a significant financial setback as the result of an act of nature or other personal crisis.
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For more information about The National Emergency Fund, contact Internal Affairs:
Call us at: (317) 630-1327