American Legion

The American Legion, founded in 1919 by an Act of Congress after World War I, serves as the nation's largest veteran service organization, advocating for veterans, servicemembers, and their families. With a commitment to mental health support and suicide prevention, the Legion empowers individuals to take action and offers peer-to-peer resources to address the unique needs of each generation of veterans.

In addition to its advocacy work, the American Legion provides a variety of programs focused on youth development, community service, and education. Through initiatives like American Legion Baseball and Boys Nation, the organization instills values of sportsmanship and leadership while reinforcing the importance of contributing to the community and the nation.

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