The Mission of the American Legion is to enhance the well-being of America’s veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.
The American Legion Family includes the American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion and the American Legion Riders. The Legion Family places high importance on preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation’s children, caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of good citizenship.
Which means The American Legion embraces all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help them transition into their communities.
Which means The American Legion celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires others to serve and strengthen America.
Which means The American Legion advocates for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.
Which means The American Legion meets the unique needs of local communities.
Which means The American Legion educates, mentors and leads new generations of Americans.
Which means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.
