Mission

The American Legion was chartered and

incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a

patriotic veterans organization devoted

to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s

largest wartime veterans service

organization, committed to mentoring

youth and sponsorship of wholesome

programs in our communities,

advocating patriotism

and honor, promoting strong national

security, and continued devotion to our

fellow service members and veterans.
 

Hundreds of local American Legion

programs and activities strengthen the nation one community at a time. American Legion Baseball is one of the nation’s most successful amateur athletic programs, educating young people about the importance of sportsmanship, citizenship and fitness. The Operation Comfort Warriors Program supports recovering wounded warriors and their families, providing them with "comfort items" and the kind of support that makes a hospital feel a little bit more like home. The Legion also raises millions of dollars in donations at the