Eligibility Requirements for American Legion Auxiliary Membership-
A woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion is also eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary. The mother, wife, daughter, sister, grand-daughter, great-grand-daughter, or grandmother of members of The American Legion, and deceased veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during the listed war er
as:
Gulf War/War on Terrorism August 2, 1990 to date of cessation
Panama December 20, 1989 - January 31, 1990
Lebanon and Grenada August 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984
Vietnam War February 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975
Korean War June 25, 1950 - January 31, 1955
WW II December 7, 1941 - December 31, 1946
WW I April 6, 1917 - November 11,1918
Vision Statement:
The vision of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion while becoming the premier service organization and foundation of every community providing support for our veterans, our military, and their families by shaping a positive future in an atmosphere of fellowship, patriotism, peace and security. Purposes:
In fulfillment of our Mission, the American Legion Auxiliary adheres to the following purposes:
-To support and advocate for veterans, active military and their families
-To support the initiatives and programs of The American Legion
-To foster patriotism and responsible citizenship
-To award scholarships and promote quality education and literacy
-To provide educational and leadership opportunities that uphold the ideals of freedom and democracy and encourage good citizenship and patriotism in government
-To increase our capacity to deliver our Mission by providing meaningful volunteer opportunities within our communities
-To empower our membership to achieve personal fulfillment through Service Not Self
Values:
Our statement of values is predicated on the founding purposes:
-Commitment to the four founding principles: Justice, Freedom, Democracy, Loyalty
-Service to God, our country, its veterans and their families
-Tradition of patriotism and citizenship
-Personal integrity and family values
-Respect for the uniqueness of individual members
-Truthful open communication in dealing with the public and our members
-Adherence to the adopted policies and rules
