Are American Legion dues tax deductible?
Yes, American Legion Charities is a tax-exempt organization, and all contributions are tax-deductible according to IRS regulations.
Can a daughter of a Veteran join The American Legion?
Are girls or women eligible to join the Sons? No. Only males are eligible to join the Sons. Women who are veterans and are eligible to join The American Legion are welcome and encouraged to do so.
What is better American Legion or VFW?
The VFW has the highest proportion of combat veterans of either American Legion or Amvets. The American Legion is far larger organization with more members and more resources. There are many more Legions than VFW’s. Many combat veterans join the American Legion too.
Is the American Legion a charity?
Mission: The American Legion Charities mission is to raise money to help support patriotic programs and services for veterans, youth, military personnel and communities. American Legion Charities Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 2014, and donations are tax-deductible.
What is the cost of The American Legion paid up for life?
They can either pay the $18.50 per year for a lifetime membership, get a regular membership for $40 a year, or sign up for a national lifetime membership.
Can wives join The American Legion?
A woman who is eligible for American Legion membership is eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary regardless of whether or not she is a member of The American Legion. However, eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct decedents) depends upon her membership in The American Legion.
How much is American Legion membership dues?
Each Post determines its Legion programs and social functions, as well as the amount of annual dues, so it varies from Post to Post; however, $40.00 annually is the approximate national dues average. Visit www.legion.org/posts to find the annual dues rate for Posts in your area.