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2016/11/14
Get out and volunteer! It’s great for your health!
2016/11/20
How to teach children the value of volunteering
2016/11/20
Be a better American by remembering the power of one in 2017
2016/12/01
Cure holiday blues with some red, white, and blue service
2016/12/14
9 reasons gestures of goodwill can make a lasting impression
2019/03/10
AEF disaster grants available for tornado victims
2019/03/26
ALA members help others, set aside personal hardships
2019/08/18
Legionnaires, ALA members team up to maintain their post home
2020/01/28
Raising awareness about the ever-increasing number of homeless veterans
2020/03/17
After being faced with adversity, Auxiliary Emergency Fund grant helps mother of five get back on he
2020/03/19
American Legion Family joins effort to grant 104-year-old USMC veteran’s wish
2020/03/26
ALA members show mission resilience in uncertain times
2020/03/29
ALA members make face masks amid COVID-19 pandemic
2020/04/12
Three decades later, Tennessee member continues to share her gratitude for Auxiliary Emergency Fund
2020/06/11
ALA member survives tragedy, finds ways to help veterans and community
2020/06/30
AEF: Another value of American Legion Auxiliary membership in times of need
2020/07/19
Members help two groups of heroes: Veterans and health care workers
2020/07/21
Juniors go above and beyond, awarded for efforts
2020/08/04
Auxiliary members continue selfless service to others amid COVID-19 pandemic
2020/08/12
Sewn with love
2020/09/27
Walking in the shoes of a military spouse Jenn Sewell
2020/10/11
ALA member leads effort to replace veteran’s ruined roof for free
2020/10/18
ALA member in small city has big heart for veterans
2020/10/26
ALA member makes masks and provides for AEF
2020/11/19
Auxiliary Emergency Fund comes through for ALA member and her family
2020/11/24
Units get creative working mission during pandemic
2021/01/05
Selfless service she does as an ALA member is healing for this Gold Star Mom
2021/01/24
The Auxiliary Emergency Fund is ready to tackle 2021 just like 2020
2021/01/26
Schoolchildren’s show of gratitude for veterans and the military has roots in an ALA member’s garden
2021/02/14
I Am the ALA: Vernel Warren
2021/02/19
Motorcycle-riding great-grandma honors veterans
2021/02/19
Vote now for ‘Boys State’
2021/02/26
Walking in the Shoes of a Military Spouse: Vicky Tomasello
2021/03/03
Military spouses say bend, don’t break when life throws a curveball
2021/03/08
Our Legacy Society: the people behind the name
2021/03/29
Mother of eight receives AEF grant amidst COVID-19 pandemic
2021/04/12
Planned Giving: How Peggy Thomas answers the call and serves our nation’s heroes in need
2021/04/28
Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship recipient pursues career of service in physical therapy
2021/04/30
Using poppy funds to help our military families
2021/05/04
‘It takes a strong person’
2021/05/14
Outdoor fundraising ideas that get all American Legion Auxiliary members involved
2021/05/26
Texas member helps veterans nationwide with her monthly gift
2021/06/07
Wise Person Said: Vicky Tomasello
2021/06/09
Fundraising is about relationships
2021/06/16
What it really means to donate to American Legion Auxiliary scholarships
2021/06/25
Educating youth while promoting patriotism through art
2021/06/28
The who, what, when, where, and why of American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grants
2021/06/30
Attract and engage non-member volunteers to help achieve the ALA's mission of service
2021/07/09
Every ALA member can get involved with Give 10 to Education
2021/07/12
ALA Girls State alumna co-founds The Connected Foundation
2021/07/14
Junior member’s lemonade stand raises $1,000 for veterans
2021/07/19
ALA during the pandemic: A look back
2021/07/21
Generations of service to generations of support: Why Carlene Ashworth joined the Legacy Society
2021/07/28
ALA member Donna Ray receives VAVS Volunteer of the Year Award
2021/07/30
ALA unit helps veterans hockey team
2021/08/13
For veterans: Pantry at the post home
2021/08/18
Monthly gifts and baked goods: AEF donor helps veterans, military, and their families
2021/08/25
61-year member finds joy in her monthly gift to the ALA Foundation
2021/09/10
The power of the arts in suicide prevention
2021/09/13
I Am the ALA: Marjorie Costello
2021/09/15
Jump start your legacy with tax-free gifts from your IRA
2021/09/29
AEF grant helps Kentucky member get back to her normal
2021/10/01
A deeper look into the role of a service officer
2021/10/13
American Legion Auxiliary member benefit: Volunteer opportunities
2021/10/14
Junior Member of the Year exemplifies Service Not Self
2021/10/15
Kathy Isaacson: From an ALA Volunteer Girls State attendee to co-director
2021/10/22
Free ALA webinar to discuss tips on shipping to military addresses
2021/10/28
Register for this free upcoming ALA webinar on caregiver support
2021/10/29
Ideas to help our homeless veterans this winter
2021/11/15
ALA Christmas Gift Shops bring the holidays to veterans
2021/11/12
Caring for those who care for others
2021/11/19
Book provides hope for caregivers
2021/11/24
Count your blessings this Thanksgiving
2021/12/10
Reach out this holiday season to encourage ALA membership renewal
2021/12/15
Sending joy through the mail
2021/12/20
Scholarship recipient with a large family and a big passion pursues a career in music
2021/12/30
Reflecting on 2021, looking ahead to 2022
2022/01/04
Card project helps deployed servicemembers
2022/01/12
Have you prepared for the ALA member survey yet?
2022/01/21
How to recognize caregivers in your ALA unit
2022/01/26
Taking a closer look at ALA national volunteer positions
2022/01/31
Caregiver series: Erika Clough
2022/02/23
Legion Family honors unclaimed veterans with joint funeral service
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Finding the funds to take your military and veteran support projects further
2022/03/03
Auxiliary Emergency Fund has your back during times of need
2022/03/14
ALA National Headquarters staff member gives monthly for our nation’s heroes
2022/03/16
Caregiver series: Noreen Nickerson-Cruz
2022/03/18
New York unit gifts wellness bags to COVID-positive members
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Meet our Members: Kasey Condron
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Caregiver series: Randi Johnson Hanson
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Benefitting youth: How Project Stuff Sack came to fruition
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Caregiver series: Georgette Wenton
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Happy Mother’s Day to all moms!
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Meet our Members: Lindsay Gutierrez
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Single mother defies odds and pursues a college education
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Comforting those experiencing infant loss
2022/06/03
Caregiver series: Joyce Livingston
2022/06/08
Pennsylvania Auxiliary unit purchases POW/MIA chair for post home
2022/06/06
ALA members play key role in mentoring Juniors
2022/06/09
Helping to heal homeless veterans
2022/06/17
Caregiving: My journey of light and love
2022/06/22
Ineligible-for-membership volunteers, donors can contribute to Auxiliary mission too
2022/06/27
Start planning now: Veterans Day ideas for your unit
2022/07/08
How Trish Ward conveniently gives back, honors veterans, and impacts grassroots members
2022/07/13
Caregivers support their veterans at ALA events
2022/07/25
Caregiver series: Cynthia Adams-McGrath
2022/07/27
Let’s all Give 10 to Education
2022/08/08
Now is the time for an increase in ALA membership dues
2022/08/12
Tips and tricks to promoting inclusion in the ALA
2022/08/19
Highlighting the ALA dedication among National Headquarters staff
2022/08/24
Caregiver series: Donna Nemeth
2022/08/31
ALA recognizes 2022 Public Spirit Award recipients
2022/09/06
Art therapy plays vital role in suicide prevention for veterans
2022/09/07
Ohio veterans organizations work together to help homeless veterans
2022/09/12
Wise Person Said: Matt Roth
2022/09/23
‘Behind every fallen is a family’
2022/09/26
Caregiver series: Amy Kniffin
2022/11/10
ALA units show their appreciation on Veterans Day
2022/11/23
Why he carried the turkey
2022/11/28
Wise Person Said: Sherri McGee
2022/11/29
Today is GivingTuesday!
2022/12/07
Supporting veterans during winter months
2022/12/15
Stronger Together: ALA, VFW units work together
2022/12/19
Mission Endowment Fund offers benefits to the donor and organization
2023/01/04
Wreaths Across America epitomizes Americanism
2023/01/25
New Jersey Juniors collect unique items for bench, picnic table project
2023/02/03
The Long Road to bringing home our nation’s heroes
2023/02/21
Heart of the Mission: Jackie Brauser
2023/03/07
Conflict on the home front
2023/03/15
Adopt-a-Highway project provides branding opportunities
2023/03/22
AEF ready to assist ALA members during tornado season
2023/04/06
Celebrating Month of the Military Child, Purple Up! Day
2023/04/19
Make your volunteers feel extra valued this week
2023/04/21
Consider a recycling program in your Legion post home
2023/05/01
Help us find the best of the best unit members
2023/05/04
National Day of Prayer: Supporting each other
2023/05/11
Florida empowers ALA members through statewide leadership training
2023/05/17
Members helping members: Providing hope after Hurricane Ian
2023/05/25
Heart of the Mission: Stephen DeFeo
2023/06/01
Department implements two-year terms for program chairs
2023/06/02
Arkansas members happily resuming their mission outreach activities
2023/06/05
ALA Unit 15 raises more than $14,000 to help provide homes for homeless veterans
2023/06/21
Scholarship recipient grateful for ALA’s commitment to helping military kids
2023/07/10
California Junior focuses on others, earns national ALA award
2023/07/17
Veteran-focused law firm helps educate ALA members on Camp Lejeune Justice Act
2023/07/24
Back to School with ‘Give 10 to Education’
2023/08/02
Scholarship recipient thankful for help, hopes to pay it forward someday
2023/08/07
Kansas Legion Family joins forces to fundraise for all-terrain wheelchair presented to veteran
2023/08/14
New York Legion Family welcomes veterans home
2023/08/22
Take a bow! Boundaries are important in leadership transitions
2023/08/25
Iowa district exceeds expectations to help heroes heal
2023/08/29
ALA recognizes its 2023 Public Spirit Award recipient
2023/08/29
Congratulations to the 2023 ALA Unit Members of the Year
2023/09/05
A mother’s love, a son’s struggle, and a call to ‘Be the One’
2023/09/11
9/11 National Day of Service focuses on ‘Never Forget’
2023/09/13
Members Helping Members: AEF is here to assist
2023/09/19
Wise Person Said: Carol Cook
2023/09/21
Include Sons members in your unit, department Junior events
2023/09/25
Legionnaire’s talent gives your mind a workout
2023/09/27
Ideas to get your community involved in Veterans Day events
2023/10/06
ALA increases Auxiliary Emergency Fund assistance for members
2023/10/09
Putting down the gavel after three decades of service
2023/10/19
The American Legion CWF grant supports Star Spangled Kids project
2023/10/25
Arizona American Legion Family provides produce to community
2023/10/30
Share value of ALA membership if no longer able to cover cost for family members
2023/11/01
Military spouses finding more remote work opportunities
2023/11/09
Get ready for American Education Week
2023/11/13
Apply today! 2024-2025 ALA national committee applications available online
2023/11/14
Non-traditional student scholarship works with Army veteran’s future
2023/11/15
Ideas to help veterans during the holidays
2023/11/20
Heart of the Mission: Mike Rasmuson
2023/11/28
Today is the day of global giving
2023/12/01
ALA member helps fit patients with prosthetics in Vietnam
2023/12/05
New York Legion Family honors servicemembers during unique holiday event
2023/12/08
American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grant year in review
2023/12/21
Ideas to encourage volunteer participation — especially with younger ALA members
2024/01/05
National Headquarters gets ALA license plate approved for Indiana
2024/01/08
VAVS Volunteer: Darlene Allen
2024/01/22
Nevada member reflects on attending her first national Junior meeting
2024/01/29
North Carolina unit provides monthly visits, donations to veterans
2024/01/31
This American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grant can help
2024/02/06
Shop, save, and donate to the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation
2024/02/07
What you need to know about Be the One
2024/02/13
VAVS Volunteer: Pat Kranzow
2024/02/14
A heartfelt thank-you this Valentine’s Day for your generosity
2024/02/16
Dual role: Members who are part of ALA and Legion Riders (Part 1)
2024/02/21
Iowa member passionately committed to volunteerism
2024/02/23
Are you being nice or are you being kind?
2024/03/01
Wise Person Said: Stan Cottrell
2024/03/04
In their own words: ALA Girls State/Nation participants share their stories
2024/03/12
VAVS Volunteer: Donna Ray
2024/03/15
Dual role: Members who are part of ALA and Legion Riders (Part 2)
2024/03/22
Time to make plans for National Poppy Day®
2024/03/25
Show your support for our military children this April
2024/04/03
ALA Good Deed Award recipients help military kids adjust to new school
2024/04/04
The importance of uniting as an American Legion Family
2024/04/12
Wise People Said: Dan and Laura Keil
2024/04/19
A time to honor the impact of our volunteers
2024/04/22
ALA member thankful for second chance at college
2024/04/24
South Dakota American Legion Family provides home starter kits for veterans
2024/04/26
VA S.A.V.E. training class teaches American Legion Family members how to help veterans in crisis
2024/05/15
How to double the impact of your donations
2024/05/31
Camp Lejeune toxic water claims window closes in August 2024
2024/06/05
PTSD Awareness Month places extra focus on creative arts therapy
2024/06/05
Responding to inquiries from potential members
2024/06/07
Be the One resources and training available for ALA members
2024/06/11
How the ALA can help with overcoming a natural disaster
2024/06/24
PTSD Awareness Month places extra focus on music therapy
2024/06/27
Ways our members can maintain commitment to ALA, mission
2024/07/08
ALA Girls State experience leads to service to our nation and veterans
2024/07/10
Time running short to file Camp Lejeune claims
2024/07/25
Voices of Veterans: Jerry Zabel
2024/07/29
Community forms unity to help servicemembers overseas
2024/08/07
Kentucky units design helping hand baskets for local children and youth
2024/08/12
Consider the money you raise going back to ALA mission
2024/08/20
New Be the One resources available
2024/08/21
Veteran suicide prevention — Be the One to save one
2024/08/23
Happy “Make a Will” Month
2024/08/28
National president: Grateful to ALA members for commitment to mission
2024/10/04
Get to know 2024-2025 ALA National President Trish Ward
2024/10/14
ALA Girls State leads to change in career goals
2024/10/18
Pennsylvania unit provides support to Harrisburg tiny home village for homeless veterans
2024/10/21
Minnesota unit donates flags for high school’s veterans memorial
2024/10/25
North Dakota Legion Family provides comfort bears to children
2024/10/28
Save the date: Veterans Day of Giving is 11/11
2024/10/29
Heart of the Mission: Tanya Jones
