Auxiliary Department of Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars

The American Legion, established by an Act of Congress in 1919, is the nation's largest veteran service organization dedicated to advocating for the unique needs of veterans, service members, and their families. It focuses on destigmatizing mental health support and empowering individuals to prevent veteran suicide through initiatives like the Be The One campaign. With a commitment to community spirit and youth development, the American Legion offers various programs such as American Legion Baseball, Boys State, and scholarships aimed at fostering leadership and sportsmanship among young people. The organization also provides essential services, including securing VA disability benefits and promoting grassroots advocacy to support legislative changes for veterans. Generated from the website