Advocating for Veterans Since 1919
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 end veteran suicide.
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Organization
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. -
Leadership
The National Leadership of The American Legion is dedicated to guiding the organization in its mission to serve veterans and their families. -
Reports
Annual Reports, Membership Impact Reports, and the Legislative Agenda, highlighting our initiatives and achievements. -
Media Toolkit
The American Legion's Media Toolkit includes logos, brand guidelines, media contacts, and more. -
American Legion Family
The American Legion Family unites to support veterans, their families, and communities.
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A Foundation of Hope
I was about to give up... I wouldn’t have known where to go.
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
These were important things. It helped them not get behind in their rent... It helped them put food in the refrigerator.
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.
Your donation provides hope for disabled veterans and children in need.