Bondurant American Legion Auxiliary Unit #396

06/21/2025

This year our Unit did not have a Bondurant girl to sponsor for Iowa Girls State. We still wanted to have the opportunity to send someone who wanted to go. We were put in touch with Sahaana from WDM, who was eager to go. We are glad we got her!

We are pleased to report we have not only the Mayor of Ladehoff BUT the State Treasurer AND she is an alternate to Girls Nation!

Let me tell you something, this young lady is amazing! I’ve only talked with her via text for a few months. She asked questions about this week and knew what she wanted. She kept me informed of her progress all week, and I shared with our Unit. They enjoyed hearing all her accomplishments along the way.

Then tonight at inauguration we get a big surprise of the state office. I’ve heard from the counselors how wonderful Sahaana did this week. And I finally got to meet her.

When I asked ‘Now what?’ Quickly she replies with ‘I want to start Wreaths Across America in West Des Moines!’

I share with you some pictures from inauguration tonight.

Our Unit is very proud of you Sahaana! 🇺🇸

12/14/2024

Bondurant and surrounding area friends! We are moving Wreaths Across America ceremony and wreath laying to tomorrow, Sunday, at 1p.m., at the Bondurant Cemetery. We want to properly honor our Veterans, but also make sure everyone is safe. Hope to see you then.

06/30/2024

It’s that time of year! Dues for the Unit are $30 for Seniors and $6 for Juniors. We were 5 short on member renewals last year and sadly we lost 4 members. Our membership stands at only 59 members. Many opportunities await for you if you join or renew. One being the Auxiliary Emergency Fund. You must be an active member to utilize those benefits and many fellow members from other Units are in need due to the wild Iowa weather this year. Please send your dues to me. 🇺🇸

10/04/2023

Reminder to send in your dues. 🇺🇸

Membership cards have been sent to the Units. Please remember to send in your dues! There was a dues increase by National therefore many Units had to increase their own dues. Bondurant included. Dues for the 2024 year (which starts 7/1) are $30 for seniors and $6 for juniors. If you get yours in before 8/1 for the 2024 year National won’t need to send you renewal notices or reminders! If you become a PUFL (Paid Up For Life) member your dues are locked in as you pay a prorated amount upfront and no longer pay yearly. I’m accepting membership now so get yours mailed in for the 2024 ALA year. 🇺🇸

07/10/2023

The Sons of the American Legion Squadron 396 of Bondurant is having our first car show fundraiser!! All proceeds go to helping Veterans. So if you have something to show off or just want to check it out some awesome rides!! August 26th.