by Rikki Almanza | Jun 4, 2024
As part of The American Legion’s “Be the One” mission to end Veteran suicide, The Legion has partnered with Columbia University to offer specialized training to equip participants with the skills necessary to safely intervene when a Veteran is in...
by Rikki Almanza | May 28, 2024
When members of American Legion Post 731 in San Diego noticed a drop in youth involvement in the air rifle programs within their post and District 22 five years ago, they decided to take action. Financially stable, Post 731 began sponsoring the program for all 29...
by Rikki Almanza | May 27, 2024
When a Veteran passes away, certain VA benefits may be available to their eligible family members. These benefits depend on factors such as the Veteran’s service record, disability status, and other criteria. Benefits for Children and Dependents of Veterans...
by Rikki Almanza | Apr 12, 2024
Veteran-owned distillery, Hotel Tango Distillery, based in Indianapolis, is pledging to donate $1 of every bottle sold of its limited-time Red, White & Bourbon to support The American Legion’s Be the One suicide prevention mission.The Red, White & Bourbon...
by Rikki Almanza | Apr 5, 2024
A VA program aims to help Native American Veterans in purchasing, refinancing or building residences on trust land. The Veterans Benefits Administration’s, VBA, Loan Guaranty Service, LGY, intends to help meet the needs of Native American Veterans seeking to...
by Rikki Almanza | Mar 20, 2024
Registration for the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games, NVWG, is open until April 5. Scheduled to take place from July 25 to 30 at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, this year’s games promise excitement and...
