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Causes: Boy Scouts of America, Children & Youth, Education, Military & Veterans Organizations, Veterans
Mission: 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's vision statement is "The American Legion: Veterans Strengthening America." The American Legion's value principles are as follows: A VETERAN IS A VETERAN - which means The American Legion embraces all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help them transition into their communities. SELFLESS SERVICE - which means The American Legion celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires others to serve and strengthen America. AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM - 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. FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - which means The American Legion meets the unique needs of local communities. ADVANCING THE VISION - which means The American Legion educates, mentors and leads new generations of Americans. HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US - which means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations. The American Legion's motto is "Veterans Strengthening America."
Results: Hours giving to Community Service 3,817,878 , Cash aid given to needy children $3,121,454 , Goods given to children & youth $2,304,390 , Volunteer hours at VA Hospitals (VAVS) 996,804 , Cash contributions to VAVS $2,224,286 , Pints of blood given 84,073 , Rehabilitation cases handled $141,149 , Cost of community service $6,627,119 , Cost of scholarships given $4,396,835 , Monetary Contributions , United Fund $241,851 , Red Cross $335,834 , Cancer Research $696,291 , Handicapped children $408,840 , All other charities $9,454,515 ,
Target demographics: Veterans, Youth, and our Community
Geographic areas served: Apex, North Carolina along with worldwide affiliates
Programs: Services for Shut-In or Assisted Living Veterans , Service Officer Support for VA Benefits , Quarterly Flag Retirement , Adopt -A-Highway Quarterly Road Cleanup , Color Guard, Blood Drive, Annual Spring Golf Tournament , Fall Car Show, Beers and Banter, and Education Programs , such as Boys and Girls State, Oratorical Competitions , and the Shelton Leadership Challenge - https://sheltonleadership.ncsu.edu
A great group of veterans and spouses that provide so much support to the local community and veterans in need. They offer educational programs to schools and several college scholarships.
These are some great helpers in this community! From assisting other Veterans in need to orchestrating all our country's major holiday events. Thanks for being there when needed and thanks for your service.
