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This is the
American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters 777 N. Meridian St., 3rd Floor Indianapolis, IN 46204 -1189 (317) 955-3845 www.american-legion-post.us/300
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Never let an eligible Veteran be able to say: "Nobody ever asked me to join the American Legion."
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Auxiliary Member Benefits
* Year subscription to National News Membership dues include a subscription to the Auxiliary's magazine, keeping members up-to-date on current ALA issues.
* Free Travel Accident Insurance Up to $7,500 accidental death benefit depending on mode of transportation.
* Prescription Discount Plan
* Long Distance Phone Service Low rate per minute and a significant percentage of monthly phone bill is contributed to the Auxiliary Scholarship program each year.
* Car Rental Discounts
* Moving Van Discounts
* Exclusive Auxiliary Credit Card Competitive annual percentage rate, no annual fee, toll-free 24-hour customer service.
* Special Auxiliary Supplemental Insurance Plans Medicare Supplement Insurance Major Medical & Short Term Insurance Life Insurance Hospital Cash Cancer Insurance Longterm Care
* Emergency Assistance Grants
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Auxiliary Mission:
. 1. To support The American Legion and its programs for veterans, young people and community 2. To provide for today's needs while being advocates for a brighter future 3. To advance the understanding of patriotism and responsibility of citizenship 4. To promote individual integrity and family values 5. To ensure, as volunteers, that Auxiliary members continue to promote all that is good in the nation today, tomorrow and for generations to come through serving others first and not self
Auxiliary Purpose:
Associate with The American Legion and support the work of the world's largest veterans' organization.
Uphold the law of the land and defend the principles of democracy. X-plain and guard the basic freedoms of religion and expression.
Instill a sense of obligation to the community, state and nation.
Leaders in education for young people.
Implement numerous community efforts and programs to assist families and children across the nation.
Assist our nation's veterans through legislation, funding and volunteerism.
Raise awareness of patriotism and devotion to country. Year-round participation and dedication to service, not self.
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The American Legion Auxiliary is the largest patriotic women's service organization in the world. with nearly I million members. Affiliated with The American Legion. the Auxiliary is a veterans' service organization with members in nearly 10.000 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. 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 SelL" 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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. A woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion.
. The mother. wife. daughter. sister. granddaughter. 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 periods. Step-relatives are also eligible.
(World War I)
Merchant Marines (only eligibility)
(World War II)
(Korean War)
(Vietnam War)
(Grenada! Lebanon)
( Panama)
(pen'ian Gulf)
How do I apply?
. Complete application. . Mail or drop off application, along with appropriate payment for annual dues. For more information call Edward Trumble Sr at (410) 480-0025.
To down load an application form click the link. Mail to: American Legion Post 300
c/o Edward Trumble
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 Auxiliary Programs and Activities Americanism
Children & Youth
Community Service
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Education
Girls State/Girls Nation
LegislatiJ'e
National Security
The Poppy Program
Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation
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If you need a Membership form click this pdf File. If you need a Transfer form click this pdf File. If you have any questions go to our Post 300 Contacts Page and anyone of the contacts will be more than happy to answer them. http://www.american-legion-post.us/300 post300@american-legion-post.us
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LOOK FOR NEW BENEFITS AT The American Legion National Headquarters
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April 6, 1917 - Nov. II, 1918
