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Don’t miss this webinar on July 25! | |
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Register now for the new webinar Tax-Exempt Status Revocation: What Happens When Your ALA Entity Has Lost Its Tax-Exempt Status?
In this session, we’ll review revocation status of a tax-exempt entity (e.g., unit, department, etc.) and the process these ALA entities must go through in order to have their tax-exempt status reinstated.
What you’ll learn:
- What it means to have your tax-exempt status revoked
- Your options
- Guidance to apply for tax-exempt reinstatement with the IRS
- Best practices to maintain tax-exempt status
- Resources available
The webinar is Thursday, July 25, at noon ET.
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ALA Girls Nation is this month! | |
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In just 10 days, 100 high school seniors will arrive in Washington, D.C. to represent their state as a senator at ALA Girls Nation! During the week, the senators will learn how the federal government operates and take part in mock senate sessions. In addition to the on-campus work, they will explore our nation’s capital. Visits include Arlington National Cemetery, D.C. monuments, Twilight Tattoo at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, and Capitol Hill.
You can follow along on Facebook and Instagram @ALAGirlsNation. We’d love to hear from alumnae of all ages about your ALA Girls State/Nation experiences and how they helped shape your future. Email us!
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Happening soon: our biggest event of the year! | |
We’re getting excited to see you in New Orleans for the ALA’s 103rd National Convention Aug. 23-29! If you can’t join us in person, you can follow along online! Be prepared by giving us a follow and bookmarking us now through @ALAforVeterans on social media and www.ALAforVeterans.org for the event livestream.
If you’ll be in New Orleans for convention, take pictures and post on social media! Tag National Headquarters @ALAforVeterans and use the hashtags #AuxCon24 and #AmericanLegionAuxiliary. Keep an eye on our socials for more information in the coming weeks.
Again this year, most pre-convention committee meetings will be virtual. Any member may attend the pre-convention meetings; the events are not limited to officers or committee chairs. Recordings of the meetings will be posted on the ALA website. Dates and times for each committee are listed online.
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We have something up our sleeves! | New limited-edition ALA merchandise will drop soon! Watch our social media and your email for updates! We can’t wait for the big reveal! | |
The ALA-branded license plate is available to all Indiana residents this registration year, which began Jan. 1. Indiana residents can select the plate when they renew online or at their local BMV. The exciting update also included a motorcycle license plate. The license plate is $40 to purchase, and $25 of that will go back to the national American Legion Auxiliary to support the Auxiliary Emergency Fund. This opportunity is a wonderful way to give back to fellow ALA members facing financial hardship or crisis. Not an Indiana resident? Read our blog post to learn how to apply for a special recognition license plate in your state. | |
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To learn more, click here and don’t forget to enter the exclusive ALA member referral code HZE7XG when creating your account.
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Check your mailbox! The August issue of Auxiliary magazine is arriving soon! In this issue: the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival, a look at how ALA units are working the Be the One mission, a National Convention preview, and much more!
Make plans to attend a 2024-2025 ALA Mission Training. These fun and interactive one-day conferences will be held in five locations:
- Nov. 16: Nashville, Tenn.
- Nov. 16: Denver, Colo.
- Jan. 25: Des Moines, Iowa
- Feb. 1: Las Vegas, Nev.
- Feb. 1: Boston, Mass.
Follow our ALA social media to be the first to find out when registration opens!
Do you have the correct leadership photo on your wall? Lots of American Legion post homes and ALA offices display their commander and president photos, along with the national-level leaders. You can always find our current national president photo here. ALA national officers are elected every August, and the new photos are posted on the website directly after.
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Request to join our official ALA program and committee groups on Facebook | |
Discover what your fellow ALA members are saying in the committee Facebook groups! These easy-to-access forums provide an arena for organic discussion about your local programs or services and present the opportunity to cultivate brand awareness. Find the list of groups here.
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When we evaluate the why and the work the ALA does to support the mission and the reasons it attracted us to join, we are better equipped to focus on those efforts when distractions threaten to steal our attention. How can ALA members maintain their commitment to collaboratively supporting the mission? Check out two very important ways on the ALA blog. | |
Many buildings that American Legion Auxiliary units and American Legion posts call home have architectural or historical significance. And that could make them perfect candidates for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more to take the steps to include these properties on the registry. | |
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July 20-27 – ALA Girls Nation
July 25 – National Hire a Veteran Day
July 27 – National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Aug. 4 – U.S. Coast Guard Birthday
Aug. 7 – Purple Heart Day
Aug. 10 – U.S. Department of Defense Birthday
Aug. 15-20 – American Legion Baseball World Series
Aug. 14 – Navajo Code Talkers Day
Aug. 18-22 – American Legion Legacy Run
Aug. 23-29 – ALA’s 103rd National Convention in New Orleans
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What does your membership mean to you? | |
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“My ALA membership highlights the honorable service of my father, husband, son, and grandson, of which I am very proud.”
— Audrey L'Heureux, Maine
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Be the One resources for members
The American Legion is aiming to reduce the rate of veteran suicide through its Be the One mission, as well as build more awareness about the issue and identify solutions to help a veteran in crisis.
The American Legion’s newly updated Be the One website is full of information to help Legion Family and community members take part in this mission to save lives.
Be the One items under the Resources and Media tab:
- Frequently asked questions
- Sample media advisory and press release
- Sample speech
- Social media graphics
- Table banner
- Videos
- Virtual training
Learn more about Be the One.
Add these events on your National Convention plans
American Legion Family Night at the National WWII Museum
- Sunday, Aug. 25: Tour the National WWII Museum, rated the No. 1 attraction in the city and No. 3 museum in the United States by Tripadvisor. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance.
The Exhibit Hall and Emblem Sales
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The Emblem Sales store will be located in New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Hall E, 1st floor of the convention center, from Friday, Aug. 23, to Tuesday, Aug. 27, during the following hours:
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 23-24 and Aug. 26
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Aug. 25 and Aug. 27
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Legion Family Merchandise
Show your support by buying from
American Legion Flag & Emblem Sales.
Shop now
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The American Legion Legislative Center
The ALA supports the legislative agenda of The American Legion.
Get involved.
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In the spirit of Service Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace, and security.
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