Veterans & Children Foundation
a foundation of hope
Since its inception in 1925 as the American Legion Endowment Fund, the foundation has assisted millions of veterans, their families and children in need. In 2019, the American Legion Endowment Fund began doing business as the American Legion Veterans & Children Foundation to more clearly state who benefits from tax-deductible donations to the separate non-profit 501c3 element of the nation’s largest veterans organization.
The foundation relies entirely on charitable donations from individuals, like-minded associations and corporate allies.
WHAT WE DO
Temporary Financial Assistance
We deliver needed aid for military and veteran parents who face unexpected financial hardships that threaten the stability of their homes.
One-time, Temporary Financial Assistance grants are used to cover the following for family members with children at home:
- food
- housing
- utilities
- other basic needs
Accredited Veteran Service Officer Training
VCF funds training for The American Legion organization's accredited veteran service officers who are continuously working more than 750,000 benefits claims for disabled veterans and their families, free of charge.
Korean War Army veteran Willie Alvin Cousin, who received long-overdue and wrongly denied VA disability benefits after his case was reopened and won by American Legion Department Service Officer K. Robert Lewis
Coast Guard Vice Commandant Adm. Charlie Ray, after American Legion Temporary Financial Assistance helped more than 3,120 children whose active-duty families were affected by the federal government shutdown.
RECOGNITION
1919 Society
The 1919 Society is a network of proud donors who believe in The American Legion’s sacred commitment to veterans, the military, and their families.
Within its ranks are leaders and some special groups and associations who embrace patriotic values. These honored few have chosen to invest in the future by standing up for The American Legion’s mission.
1919 Society Levels of Support
($1,000—$2,499)
Bronze Level members receive a 1919 Society Bronze Level lapel pin, and recognition at national convention.
($2,500—$4,999)
Silver Level members receive a 1919 Society Level lapel pin and name engraved on the outer flanks of the 1919 Society Wall of Honor. Silver Level members are also recognized at national convention.
($5,000—$9,999)
Gold Level members of the 1919 Society receive a gold medal with ribbon necklet and name engraved on the 1919 Society Wall of Honor. Gold Level members also receive:
- A Gold Level lapel pin
- Access to the 1919 Society suite during national convention
- Recognition during the National Commander’s Banquet at national convention
($10,000—$49,999)
Platinum Level members of the 1919 Society have name engraved on the inner flanks of the 1919 Society Wall of Honor. Platinum Level members also receive:
- A Platinum 1919 Society medal with ribbon necklet
- A Platinum Level lapel pin
- Recognition at the National Commander’s Banquet at national convention
- Access to the 1919 Society suite during national convention
- Invitation to the Head Table Reception at national convention
($50,000+)
Diamond Level members have achieved the highest level within The American Legion’s 1919 Society. The names of those who attain this level of giving are engraved prominently in the center area of the 1919 Society Wall of Honor. Diamond Level members also receive:
- A Diamond Level 1919 Society plaque and formal or informal presentation
- Special recognition at the National Commander’s Banquet at national convention
- Access to the 1919 Society suite during national convention
- Invitation to the Head Table Reception at national convention
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