National Commanders Updates October 5, 2020

Dear American Legion Family,

Many of you are aware that The American Legion delivered more than $1 million of Temporary Financial Assistance to Coast Guard families impacted by last year’s government shutdown. The grants were non-repayable gifts and intended to help Coast Guard families support their children while their pay checks were delayed due to the inability of the federal government to pass a budget.

This was not just a rare occurrence of The American Legion assisting America’s veterans. During the most recent four year average of the TFA program, your American Legion delivered $693,000 annually in cash grants. Whether it’s the National Emergency Fund, the Veterans & Children Foundation, The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund or Operation Comfort Warriors, donations to American Legion Charities make a real difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. As the holiday season approaches, please consider making a contribution to one of our many outstanding programs.

Bill Oxford

National Commander