American Legion Greenlawn Auxiliary Unit 1244

 

 The American Legion Auxiliary is the largest patriotic women's service organization in the world, with nearly 1 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, serving veterans, their families and their communities.

 

The services of the American Legion Auxiliary directly and indirectly touch the lives of all Americans. With the philosophy of "Service, not Self," the American Legion Auxiliary develops a strong spirit of volunteerism in its members, who have joined together in the fellowship of giving to others.

Few people realize that:

·         The Auxiliary and the Legion are often centers for community and civic activities in mid-America, and provide a focal point for citizens' involvement.

·         The Auxiliary raises more than $18 million every year and reinvests those funds in VA medical centers and community programs.

·         Thousands of hours are devoted to crime prevention programs, instructing children, the elderly and the general public on safety, crime prevention and protection within the community.

·         Auxiliary volunteers are the backbone of assistance in the 171 VA Medical Centers.

·         They not only provide diversion and entertainment for patients, but assist the hospital staff in physical and psychological therapy, clerical and many other duties that would otherwise cost American taxpayers millions of dollars.

·         The Auxiliary deals with issues such as drug and alcohol abuse, missing and abused children, teen suicide and teen pregnancy. Its services touch the lives of all Americans directly or indirectly.

·         More than 20 nationwide programs receive support and financial aid from the American Legion Auxiliary.

 

Eligibility

 

·         A woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion is also eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary.

·         The mother, wife, daughter, sister, grand-daughter, 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 eras.

·         Step relatives are also eligible.

 

If you are interested in learning more about The American Legion Auxiliary Greenlawn Unit, please contact Fran Hubbs at Post1244@verizon.net