5th District, Indiana American Legion

08/05/2026

Post 85 in Huntington supporting their community!

The Huntington Township Volunteer Fire Department is proud to announce and sincerely thank the members of American Legion Post #85, located at 1410 South Jefferson Street, for their incredibly generous donation of $10,000.

This contribution reflects the Legion’s continued commitment to supporting not only our veterans but also our local first responders and strengthening the safety of our community.

Donations like this directly impact our ability to serve, helping fund essential equipment, training, and resources that allow our firefighters to respond effectively and safely to emergencies.
Their generosity helps ensure that our firefighters have the tools and training needed to protect the residents of Huntington Township.

The Huntington Township Volunteer Fire Department relies on the support of community partners like American Legion Post #85 to maintain a high level of service. This donation will play a vital role in enhancing our capabilities and continuing our mission of protecting lives and property.

On behalf of all our members, we extend our deepest appreciation to American Legion Post #85 for their dedication to our department and the community we proudly serve.

Pictured from left are: John Helblig - Post 85 Commander, Chase Stephan - Firefighter, Ryan Douglas - Lieutenant, Jeff White - Fire Chief, Joseph Lee - Lieutenant, Aaron Carson - Firefighter, Gina Wood - Post 85 Secretary, Nicholas Anderson - Firefighter, Wally Elston - Post 85 1st Vice, and Nick Burton - Post 85 adjutant

05/05/2026

28/04/2026

5th District American Legion Golf Scramble

We are looking for donations and teams. If we get too many teams interested, we may split in half and play some teams in the morning and some in the afternoon.

Loom forward to seeing you there!!

Location:Arbor Trace 2500 E 550 N, Marion, IN 46952
Date: July 26th
Arrive 7-730am Tee-off 8am
Cost: $240/ team

27/04/2026

Attention American Legion Riders
**UPDATED**
Due to everything going on for the month of May at the track, the Green Flag Relay will start at Legion Post 145 Avon, IN instead of Post 500. KSU 10am no fee just sign a waiver. I would like to see as many ALR members as possible for this event.

Avon Post 145
4812 E Main St, Avon, IN 46123

Each year, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway selects an organization to relay the green flag for the Indianapolis 500. We are proud to announce that the Indiana American Legion Riders have been chosen for this year's relay.

Our Indiana ALR Director, Shawn McCammack, invites you and your chapter to participate in this event. This is a no-cost ride starting from Post 500 in Indianapolis to Grissom Air Force Base, then returning to Post 500. Please be aware that there will be media coverage throughout the duration of the ride.

It would be an honor to have you and your chapter members represent the ALR at this event.

Post 500 Indianapolis, In
Saturday May 9, 2026
Sign up and waiver 830-945a
KSU 10a

17/04/2026

District Meeting tomorrow, April 18th, at Wabash Post 15 at 6:30pm.

07/04/2026

American Legion National Commander Dan Wiley is scheduled to visit our state soon. Regrettably, no stops are planned in our District. A detailed schedule is provided below, allowing you to plan to meet and visit with him.

29/03/2026

Congratulations to Greg Spaulding, the winner of the Spring Conference raffle featuring a Marlin 1894 .44 Magnum.

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported the event. Please watch for upcoming ticket opportunities for a Smith & Wesson 9mm rifle and pistol combination, which will be raffled at the 5th District Golf Scramble on July 28.

Additional details regarding the Department Convention, scheduled for July 10–11, will be announced once finalized.

20/03/2026

Due to an oversight on the City of Alexandria, our reservation for the Emory Lee Building did not get on the calendar and they have double booked it. The Eagles Aerie 1771 has graciously made their bingo hall available to us. The meeting and dinner will be at 217 W Cleveland St,
Alexandria, IN 46001, which is on the corner of State Road 28 and State Road 9. Bingo hall entrance is on the south end of the building across from the Norwood Bowling alley.

Please pass this information on to any 5th district (Legion, SAL, and Auxiliary) Contacts you have.

Thank you in advance for your assistance getting the word out

26/02/2026

Regardless of your current leadership position, you will gain valuable insight and professional development from this learning experience.

All participants are required to complete the American Legion Basic Training course prior to Department Legion College.

Please click the link, sign in, and begin the course at your earliest convenience. The program is self-paced, allowing you to progress on your own schedule. Your progress is automatically saved, so you can easily resume where you left off at any time. American Legion Education Institute

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Become a Legion Leader by attending the Indiana American Legion College.

Classes start Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and end at noon on Friday, immediately preceding the Spring Conference.