by Christian Southards | Sep 11, 2024
After years in limbo, a Veterans landmark in Palo Alto is finally being restored after local Legionnaires, Stanford University, and members of the public and local government came together to find an amicable solution. Palo Alto’s Memorial Flagpole had stood for...
by caLegion HQ | Sep 4, 2024
from Dr. Kathy Cash, Chaplain, Department of California, The American Legion As chaplains serving Veterans across the state of California, we are often engaged in vital, yet solitary work. We are honored to provide spiritual and emotional support to those who have...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 16, 2024
The 25th annual Yuba-Sutter Stand Down Veterans Resource Fair kicked off on Aug. 15 and runs through tomorrow at the Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds in Yuba City. This three-day event is dedicated to supporting Veterans and Service Members in the community. Organized by the...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 13, 2024
The American Legion Family will partner with Rebuilding Together New Orleans on August 23 to conduct home repairs at two Veterans’ residences as part of the annual convention community service project.At one site, Legionnaires will replace the roof and repair...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 9, 2024
The American Legion will host a special Be the One Symposium during its upcoming national convention, centering on a critical issue facing Veterans today — mental health, with a particular focus on suicide prevention.This second annual Be the One Symposium is...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 8, 2024
Retired Army Colonel Robert Hess of the Newport Harbor American Legion Post 291 is driving his Arctic White 2007 Chevrolet Corvette C6 across the country to raise awareness about Veteran suicide, which claims about 20 lives daily. As part of the Rally4Vets initiative,...
