16th District, American Legion Auxiliary

14/06/2026

08/06/2026

Join us for tomorrow's ALA Academy Live webinar: SmileAssociate Goes National: A New Fundraising Opportunity for Every ALA Entity. 🤝 You'll be introduced to the SmileAssociate program and its new expansion across all levels of the American Legion Auxiliary. The program provides an innovative and accessible way to generate funds through everyday Amazon shopping. 🛒 You will learn how the program works, how funds are distributed, and how your department, district, unit, and ALA Girls State program can begin participating immediately. This webinar will equip ALA members with a simple, scalable fundraising tool that does not require additional financial contributions but instead redirects existing spending to support ALA programs. 🇺🇸

Register now! ➡️ https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-SmileAssociate

22/05/2026

What is your Unit doing for National Poppy Day?

The red poppy speaks where words fall short — a silent tribute to the sacrifices made for our freedom by the heroes who served and died for our country in all wars. ❤️‍🩹 The poppy is a reminder that their courage will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

After World War I, the American Legion Family brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day as National Poppy Day.

The Auxiliary promotes the poppy as a symbol of the sacrifices our military have made, a symbol to open people’s hearts and inspire them to donate to help support the future of veterans, servicemembers, and their families. 🇺🇸

Today, on National Poppy Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living. ❤️

14/05/2026

🌟 Don’t miss these ALA Academy Live webinars coming up! 🌟

1️⃣ ALA Academy Live: Prepared to Serve: CERT, Disaster Response & the ALA National Security Mission 🇺🇸
This session introduces CERT training and its role in disaster preparedness while showing how ALA Units can support communities before, during, and after emergencies. Participants will explore practical response activities, partnership opportunities, and how preparedness efforts align with the ALA National Security Program.
➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-PreparedtoServe

2️⃣ ALA Academy LIVE: Involving Juniors in Poppy, Americanism, and other ALA programs ✨
Empower your unit to keep Juniors involved and excited about the ALA! This workshop is designed to teach unit members how to engage Junior members in ALA programs, particularly Poppy and Americanism. Walk away with practical ideas and fresh inspiration to connect with Junior members and keep them actively participating in our mission.🇺🇸
➡️ Link to register: https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-InvolvingJuniors

11/05/2026

Who doesn’t love a birthday celebration? 🎉 This July 4th, America is celebrating its Semiquincentennial – its 250th birthday! Join us as we celebrate our nation’s past and its future. 🦅 During this webinar, you’ll discover some of the history behind America’s birthday celebrations, understand why it’s important to celebrate America’s birthday, and learn ways to celebrate in your own community. Happy birthday, America! 🇺🇸

Register for tomorrow's webinar! ➡️ https://bit.ly/ALAAcademy-CelebratingUSA250Birthday

10/05/2026

The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms. 🇺🇸

On the Friday before Memorial Day, May 22 this year, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living who have worn our nation's uniform. Learn more about National Poppy Day: www.alaforveterans.org/National-Poppy-Day