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2016/11/14
Get out and volunteer! It’s great for your health!
2016/11/20
How to teach children the value of volunteering
2016/11/20
Be a better American by remembering the power of one in 2017
2016/11/28
It’s #GivingTuesday! What are you doing to give back?
2018/03/25
Celebrate Easter with Veterans in Nursing Homes
2018/04/12
Are You Ready to Volunteer?
2019/01/01
Volunteering: Giving back helps you, others
2019/01/07
Community Service: Plan now for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2019/01/08
Sometimes the simplest gesture can have the largest impact
2019/01/15
Veteran writes thank you poem to Juniors
2019/02/17
Pave the way for the Auxiliary’s future
2019/02/26
American Legion Auxiliary’s diverse membership hails from various community sizes, age groups
2019/03/26
ALA members help others, set aside personal hardships
2019/04/02
Are you ready to volunteer during National Volunteer Week?
2019/04/16
ALA unit awards Navy veteran with ‘symbolic’ 200,000th Quilt of Valor
2019/07/09
Texas dual member devoted to helping women veterans
2019/07/23
Get a Head Start on #GivingTuesday
2019/07/30
Arizona unit chosen as mayor’s Charity of Choice
2019/08/04
Why The American Legion Family’s trip to Europe is important
2019/08/18
Legionnaires, ALA members team up to maintain their post home
2019/09/15
A Wise Woman Said: Dr. Dorothy Simpson-Taylor
2019/10/22
Service project can lead to a tradition
2019/11/12
Veterans take away lifelong memories from National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
2019/11/17
Looking back while moving forward
2019/11/24
Donate to the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation for #GivingTuesday on Dec. 3
2019/12/01
Fun, festive fundraising ideas for the holidays
2019/12/03
Florida ALA unit serves Thanksgiving Day meal aboard the USS Roosevelt
2019/12/15
Find your way to serve the ALA’s mission by doing what you can
2019/12/17
The gift that keeps giving
2019/12/29
Winter breakfasts are Legion Family affair
2020/01/05
Plan now for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2020/01/28
Raising awareness about the ever-increasing number of homeless veterans
2020/02/06
ALA member, volunteer leaves behind charitable bequest
2020/02/25
ALA member leads efforts to help veterans locally
2020/03/12
ALA Girls Nation creating wreath of poppies made by women veterans
2020/03/19
American Legion Family joins effort to grant 104-year-old USMC veteran’s wish
2020/03/22
ALA members of different faiths unite to support veterans, military, and their families
2020/03/26
ALA members show mission resilience in uncertain times
2020/04/07
Connecting with your donors during the coronavirus
2020/04/16
Celebrate the importance of our nation’s volunteers during National Volunteer Week
2020/04/26
I Am the ALA: Mike Monserud
2020/04/27
Help carry on the American Legion Auxiliary’s legacy of Service Not Self on #GivingTuesdayNow
2020/04/30
My veteran father, his PTSD, and my ALA membership
2020/05/03
Handmade with Love
2020/05/12
Kindness flows from the hands of ALA’s poppy makers
2020/05/21
Poetry and poppies: Reflections from The Netherlands
2020/06/02
Hold the cash — donating can be as simple as a swipe
2020/06/12
Annual festival inspires, motivates veterans
2020/06/24
ALA membership helps Nevada woman fulfill her life’s purpose of selfless service
2020/07/14
The merits of monthly giving
2020/07/19
Members help two groups of heroes: Veterans and health care workers
2020/07/21
Juniors go above and beyond, awarded for efforts
2020/07/26
Virginia Junior provides handwritten thank-you cards for servicemembers
2020/08/04
Auxiliary members continue selfless service to others amid COVID-19 pandemic
2020/08/12
Sewn with love
2020/08/13
Auxiliary Emergency Fund: Members helping members in a time of need
2020/08/16
CARES Act 2020: What donors need to know
2020/08/18
Legacy Society wall at National Headquarters honors donors
2020/08/25
Junior member busts open piggy bank for ALA
2020/08/30
Junior member makes quilt and lap robes for veterans
2020/09/20
I Am the ALA Carole Baldwin
2020/10/13
Help the ALA by serving on one of these new national committees
2020/11/24
Units get creative working mission during pandemic
2021/01/05
Selfless service she does as an ALA member is healing for this Gold Star Mom
2021/01/26
Schoolchildren’s show of gratitude for veterans and the military has roots in an ALA member’s garden
2021/02/19
Motorcycle-riding great-grandma honors veterans
2021/02/22
Make your purchases matter with AmazonSmile
2021/02/26
Walking in the Shoes of a Military Spouse: Vicky Tomasello
2021/03/08
Our Legacy Society: the people behind the name
2021/03/29
Mother of eight receives AEF grant amidst COVID-19 pandemic
2021/04/12
Planned Giving: How Peggy Thomas answers the call and serves our nation’s heroes in need
2021/04/28
Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship recipient pursues career of service in physical therapy
2021/04/29
Selection process for special committee members
2021/04/30
Using poppy funds to help our military families
2021/05/26
Texas member helps veterans nationwide with her monthly gift
2021/06/09
Fundraising is about relationships
2021/06/16
What it really means to donate to American Legion Auxiliary scholarships
2021/06/28
The who, what, when, where, and why of American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grants
2021/06/30
Attract and engage non-member volunteers to help achieve the ALA's mission of service
2021/07/09
Every ALA member can get involved with Give 10 to Education
2021/07/14
Junior member’s lemonade stand raises $1,000 for veterans
2021/07/19
ALA during the pandemic: A look back
2021/07/21
Generations of service to generations of support: Why Carlene Ashworth joined the Legacy Society
2021/07/28
ALA member Donna Ray receives VAVS Volunteer of the Year Award
2021/07/30
ALA unit helps veterans hockey team
2021/08/05
Wisconsin poppy sculpture honors veterans
2021/08/13
For veterans: Pantry at the post home
2021/08/18
Monthly gifts and baked goods: AEF donor helps veterans, military, and their families
2021/08/25
61-year member finds joy in her monthly gift to the ALA Foundation
2021/09/15
Jump start your legacy with tax-free gifts from your IRA
2021/09/29
AEF grant helps Kentucky member get back to her normal
2021/10/14
Junior Member of the Year exemplifies Service Not Self
2021/10/22
Free ALA webinar to discuss tips on shipping to military addresses
2021/10/29
Ideas to help our homeless veterans this winter
2021/11/15
ALA Christmas Gift Shops bring the holidays to veterans
2021/12/10
Reach out this holiday season to encourage ALA membership renewal
2022/01/04
Card project helps deployed servicemembers
2022/03/02
One month left to apply for the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation Board of Directors
2022/03/07
Volunteers needed for The American Legion Oratorical Contest
2022/03/18
New York unit gifts wellness bags to COVID-positive members
2022/03/21
Military uniform gets second life as handbag; auction proceeds benefit Auxiliary
2022/04/11
Handbag company gives back to ALA for mission support
2022/05/23
Comforting those experiencing infant loss
2022/06/01
Family creates scholarship in memory of Junior member
2022/06/08
Pennsylvania Auxiliary unit purchases POW/MIA chair for post home
2022/06/09
Helping to heal homeless veterans
2022/06/22
Ineligible-for-membership volunteers, donors can contribute to Auxiliary mission too
2022/06/27
Start planning now: Veterans Day ideas for your unit
2022/06/29
Memorial honors the military service of Native Americans
2022/07/08
How Trish Ward conveniently gives back, honors veterans, and impacts grassroots members
2022/07/11
Legion Family honors veterans with unique poppy field at post home
2022/07/14
Get the care package shipping know-how with Shipthrifty
2022/07/27
Let’s all Give 10 to Education
2022/08/19
Highlighting the ALA dedication among National Headquarters staff
2022/09/07
Ohio veterans organizations work together to help homeless veterans
2022/11/08
Meet 2022 ALA Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship Recipient Jessica Vaupel
2022/11/10
ALA units show their appreciation on Veterans Day
2022/11/23
Why he carried the turkey
2022/11/29
Today is GivingTuesday!
2022/12/07
Supporting veterans during winter months
2022/12/14
American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters involved with Wreaths Across America
2022/12/19
Mission Endowment Fund offers benefits to the donor and organization
2023/01/04
Wreaths Across America epitomizes Americanism
2023/01/25
New Jersey Juniors collect unique items for bench, picnic table project
2023/02/01
Remember your ‘why’ as an ALA member — renew today
2023/02/06
Make handmade cards for veterans this Valentine's Day
2023/02/13
Join the ALA Foundation Board of Directors
2023/02/15
New year, new veteran service projects grants available
2023/02/17
Celebrate women of service on March 8
2023/03/15
Adopt-a-Highway project provides branding opportunities
2023/03/27
Promoting our mission, and values in everything we do
2023/04/10
Veterans ready for a week of camaraderie at annual event
2023/04/19
Make your volunteers feel extra valued this week
2023/04/21
Consider a recycling program in your Legion post home
2023/05/10
Members revive their unit with Poppy Program
2023/05/23
Paying tribute to the heroes buried at local cemeteries
2023/06/02
Arkansas members happily resuming their mission outreach activities
2023/06/05
ALA Unit 15 raises more than $14,000 to help provide homes for homeless veterans
2023/07/17
Veteran-focused law firm helps educate ALA members on Camp Lejeune Justice Act
2023/07/24
Back to School with ‘Give 10 to Education’
2023/08/07
Kansas Legion Family joins forces to fundraise for all-terrain wheelchair presented to veteran
2023/08/14
New York Legion Family welcomes veterans home
2023/08/25
Iowa district exceeds expectations to help heroes heal
2023/08/29
Congratulations to the 2023 ALA Unit Members of the Year
2023/09/13
Members Helping Members: AEF is here to assist
2023/09/19
Wise Person Said: Carol Cook
2023/11/01
Military spouses finding more remote work opportunities
2023/11/02
Veterans Day of Giving helps support our military — here’s how you can help too
2023/11/09
Get ready for American Education Week
2023/11/13
Apply today! 2024-2025 ALA national committee applications available online
2023/11/14
Non-traditional student scholarship works with Army veteran’s future
2023/11/15
Ideas to help veterans during the holidays
2023/11/28
Today is the day of global giving
2023/12/01
ALA member helps fit patients with prosthetics in Vietnam
2023/12/05
New York Legion Family honors servicemembers during unique holiday event
2023/12/08
American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grant year in review
2023/12/21
Ideas to encourage volunteer participation — especially with younger ALA members
2024/01/05
National Headquarters gets ALA license plate approved for Indiana
2024/01/08
VAVS Volunteer: Darlene Allen
2024/01/18
The ALA Foundation Board of Directors is looking for YOU
2024/01/29
North Carolina unit provides monthly visits, donations to veterans
2024/02/13
VAVS Volunteer: Pat Kranzow
2024/02/14
A heartfelt thank-you this Valentine’s Day for your generosity
2024/02/16
Dual role: Members who are part of ALA and Legion Riders (Part 1)
2024/02/21
Iowa member passionately committed to volunteerism
2024/03/01
Wise Person Said: Stan Cottrell
2024/03/08
To the women we celebrate today
2024/03/12
VAVS Volunteer: Donna Ray
2024/03/15
Dual role: Members who are part of ALA and Legion Riders (Part 2)
2024/03/22
Time to make plans for National Poppy Day®
2024/04/12
Wise People Said: Dan and Laura Keil
2024/04/15
The power of tribute donations: honoring loved ones while making a difference
2024/04/17
Heart of the Mission: Ilo Louck
2024/04/19
A time to honor the impact of our volunteers
2024/04/24
South Dakota American Legion Family provides home starter kits for veterans
2024/06/11
How the ALA can help with overcoming a natural disaster
2024/07/17
Unit 104 member makes and presents 87 Quilts of Valor to veterans
2024/08/02
National President Lisa’s picks for National Convention
2024/08/23
Happy “Make a Will” Month
2024/09/04
Rise up: Leave a legacy
2024/10/18
Pennsylvania unit provides support to Harrisburg tiny home village for homeless veterans
2024/10/21
Minnesota unit donates flags for high school’s veterans memorial
2024/10/25
North Dakota Legion Family provides comfort bears to children
2024/10/28
Save the date: Veterans Day of Giving is 11/11
2024/10/29
Heart of the Mission: Tanya Jones
2024/11/01
Ideas to help families during National Veterans and Military Families Month
2024/11/10
Happy birthday, American Legion Auxiliary!
2024/11/13
Are you having trouble engaging with local schools?
2024/11/20
Apply today! 2025-2026 ALA national committee applications available online
2024/11/22
Ship Thrifty offers tips for holiday care packages
