The Measurable Impact Report shows how The American Legion supports veterans, servicemembers, youth and community.
$21 billion – Amount in VA disability benefits secured for veterans in fiscal year 2024, free of charge, by accredited American Legion claims representatives.
$3.2 million – Minimum amount in American Legion Operation Comfort Warriors grants disbursed to purchase comfort items and experiences since 2007 for recovering military personnel and disabled veterans
2,542 – Number of veterans who directly received jobs through American Legion posts in 2024.
10 million – Approximate number of young athletes who have played American Legion Baseball since its inaugural season in 1925.
$10.7 million – Amount in American Legion National Emergency Fund grants that have been issued since the disaster relief program was introduced under that name in 1989 in communities that have been devastated by natural catastrophes
These are a few of the many ways The American Legion has had measurable impact with youth programs, benefits secured for veterans, flag ceremonies, blood donations, financial assistance grants to help children of veterans remain in a stable environment, and more that are highlighted on the recent Measurable Impact Report.
Download, print and share this report with members of your post, district and department, and with potential members. The Measurable Impact Report is available here under Membership.
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