August 03, 2026

Can't join the 2026 Legacy Run? You can still be part of the mission.

By National American Legion Riders Chairman David Heredia
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Photo by Jennifer Blohm/The American Legion
Photo by Jennifer Blohm/The American Legion

Donations can be presented at American Legion Post 220 in Louisville on Aug. 27 at on the national convention stage Sept. 1.

Not everyone is able to ride with us on this year's 20th Anniversary American Legion Legacy Run. But you can still make a difference.

If you're unable to participate in the ride, we invite you to support The American Legion Veterans & Children Foundation (VCF) through one of two opportunities.

Please Note: The Legacy Run concludes at the General George Patton Museum of Leadership at Fort Knox. Because fundraising activities are not permitted on the military installation, donations cannot be accepted at the end-of-ride location. To provide everyone with an opportunity to support the mission, donations may be presented at American Legion Post 220 in Louisville following the Legacy Run or during the American Legion Riders presentation at the national convention.

Option 1

Thursday, Aug. 27, 4:30 p.m. ET, American Legion Post 220, 220 Lee Ave., Louisville, Ky.

Come welcome the riders as they complete this year's Legacy Run, celebrate the successful conclusion of the ride and present your donation in support of the Veterans & Children Foundation.

Option 2

On the national convention stage, Sept. 1, Kentucky International Convention Center.

Bring your donation to the American Legion National Convention in Louisville, Ky., and join us during the American Legion Riders presentation on Sept. 1. Departments, districts, chapters, posts, and individual members are invited to present their donation on the national stage and have their photo taken with National Commander Dan K. Wiley in recognition of their commitment to veterans and military families.

Every dollar donated to the Veterans & Children Foundation helps fund accredited American Legion service officers who assist veterans and their families in obtaining the benefits they have earned, while also providing Temporary Financial Assistance grants to eligible military and veteran families with minor children.

Whether you join us at American Legion Post 220 following the Legacy Run or at the national convention, your generosity directly supports veterans, active-duty military families and their children.

Together, we are Champions of Hope.
Ride together. Serve together.

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