The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization.
- The American Legion Auxiliary has nearly 1 million members from all walks of life.
- The Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of thousands of hours to its communities and to veterans, and raises millions of dollars to support its own programs, as well as other worthwhile charities familiar to Americans.
- It is all accomplished with volunteers.While originally organized to assist The American Legion, the Auxiliary has achieved its own unique identity while working side-by-side with the veterans who belong to The American Legion.
- Like the Legion, the Auxiliary’s interests have broadened to encompass the entire community.
