The American Legion
Serves Atlanta by phone or online.
(404) 983-5516
The American Legion is a national veterans group with local posts and state departments. Its trained service officers help veterans and their families apply for VA benefits at no cost. It also runs youth programs and scholarships, and gives grants to some families and members in need.
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What they offer 14
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American Legion BaseballProgram
A youth baseball program with teams in all 50 states and Canada. Players ages 13 to 19 build character and teamwork.
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American Legion Boys State and Boys NationProgram
High school students run mock governments at Boys State.S. senators.
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Be The OneProgram
The Legion offers free suicide prevention training as part of its Be The One effort. Its goal is to end veteran suicide.
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Buddy ChecksProgram
Legion posts do Buddy Checks.1 million of them since the program began in 2019.
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Free Veterans Benefits AssistanceService
Accredited Legion service officers help veterans and their families apply for VA disability benefits. They also point people to education and job resources. There is no charge.
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Homeless Veterans ResourcesService
The Legion works to help homeless veterans through advocacy and services. A Task Force focuses on housing, health care and jobs.
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Junior Shooting SportsProgram
177 caliber air rifles. Boys and girls can join, and disabled youth are encouraged.
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National Emergency FundService
This fund began after Hurricane Hugo in 1989. It has given more than $10 million in direct money help to Legion Family members and Legion posts.
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