The American Legion Auxiliary is the
largest patriotic women's service
organization in the world, with
nearly one million members.
Affiliated with The American Legion,
the Auxiliary is a veterans' service
organization with members in nearly
10,100 American communities. The
organization sponsors volunteer
programs on the national and local
levels, focusing on three major
areas: veterans, young people and
the community.
Auxiliary members believe in the ideals and principles of America's founding fathers and pledge to foster patriotism, preserve and defend the Constitution, promote allegiance to God and Country, and uphold the basic principles of freedom of religion, freedom of expression and freedom of choice. The Auxiliary embodies the spirit of America that has prevailed through war and peace and continues to stand firmly behind America today, just as it did when the organization was first founded.
Auxiliary members believe in the ideals and principles of America's founding fathers and pledge to foster patriotism, preserve and defend the Constitution, promote allegiance to God and Country, and uphold the basic principles of freedom of religion, freedom of expression and freedom of choice. The Auxiliary embodies the spirit of America that has prevailed through war and peace and continues to stand firmly behind America today, just as it did when the organization was first founded.
The Auxiliary has conceived and
implemented hundreds of programs for
veterans, their families, young people
and the community. Many programs
such as Girls State and Girls Nation
have been expanded,creating
commonly accepted institutions within
the community and nation. In addition,
the Auxiliary works with organizations
such as Children's Miracle Network,
Fisher House and the Red Cross.
Auxiliary volunteers are the backbone of assistance in 171 VA Medical Centers. The Auxiliary raises more than $18 million every year and reinvests these funds in VA Medical Centers and community programs. These volunteers provide diversion and entertainment for patients and assist the hospital staff in physical and psychological therapy. There are more than 20 programs nationwide that receive support and financial aid from the American Legion Auxiliary. The Auxiliary is also a co-sponsor of VA's National Veterans Creative Arts Festival.
The services of the American Legion Auxiliary, directly and indirectly, touch the lives of all Americans, With the philosophy of "Service, not Self", the American Legion Auxiliary develops a strong spirit of volunteerism in its members, who have joined together in the fellowship of giving to others.
Auxiliary volunteers are the backbone of assistance in 171 VA Medical Centers. The Auxiliary raises more than $18 million every year and reinvests these funds in VA Medical Centers and community programs. These volunteers provide diversion and entertainment for patients and assist the hospital staff in physical and psychological therapy. There are more than 20 programs nationwide that receive support and financial aid from the American Legion Auxiliary. The Auxiliary is also a co-sponsor of VA's National Veterans Creative Arts Festival.
The services of the American Legion Auxiliary, directly and indirectly, touch the lives of all Americans, With the philosophy of "Service, not Self", the American Legion Auxiliary develops a strong spirit of volunteerism in its members, who have joined together in the fellowship of giving to others.
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Does your Unit have a website that you would like to see listed on the Department Website? Please send the web address to secretary@walegion-aux.org
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Department Constitution and Bylaws for 2015-2016 Read More...
October Packet and Forms, Forms and More Forms is available Read More...
Santa's Castle - New Department Children and Youth Program Read More...
Newly published Poppy Program Guide Read More...
Does your Unit have a website that you would like to see listed on the Department Website? Please send the web address to secretary@walegion-aux.org
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