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2016/11/28
It’s #GivingTuesday! What are you doing to give back?
2018/10/08
ALA Past National President first to enroll in recurring giving program
2019/01/08
Sometimes the simplest gesture can have the largest impact
2019/02/17
Pave the way for the Auxiliary’s future
2019/03/17
Learn how to make a poppy corsage
2019/04/07
Easter-themed fundraiser: “Egg” my house
2019/04/23
Ideas to Increase Your ALA unit’s Poppy Funds
2024/11/19
Take the challenge with these limited-edition cards
2024/11/22
Ship Thrifty offers tips for holiday care packages
2024/11/25
ALA Scholarship Recipients: Pam Sullivan
2024/11/26
Many thanks to you
2024/12/16
Why nonprofits focus on year-end giving
2024/12/23
New Jersey unit helps veterans facility library with a book makeover
2019/06/18
Mile of Pennies – a fundraiser that makes cents
2019/07/30
Arizona unit chosen as mayor’s Charity of Choice
2019/08/22
AEF grant recipient gets help, hope
2019/08/25
Fall in love with Fundraising
2025/01/06
Make charity and volunteerism your New Year’s resolution
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
2019/12/17
The gift that keeps giving
2020/03/17
After being faced with adversity, Auxiliary Emergency Fund grant helps mother of five get back on he
2020/04/07
Connecting with your donors during the coronavirus
2020/04/27
Help carry on the American Legion Auxiliary’s legacy of Service Not Self on #GivingTuesdayNow
2020/06/02
Hold the cash — donating can be as simple as a swipe
2020/06/30
AEF: Another value of American Legion Auxiliary membership in times of need
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
2020/10/26
ALA member makes masks and provides for AEF
2021/01/12
ALA Foundation provides transportation grant for veterans programs
2021/01/24
The Auxiliary Emergency Fund is ready to tackle 2021 just like 2020
2021/02/22
Make your purchases matter with AmazonSmile
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
2021/04/30
Using poppy funds to help our military families
2021/05/10
Part 1: Get Creative with Poppy Distribution
2021/05/12
New ALA webinar explains usage of poppy funds
2021/05/14
Outdoor fundraising ideas that get all American Legion Auxiliary members involved
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
2021/07/07
ALA Foundation grant supports flagship Nebraska Veterans Creative Arts Festival, inspiring expansion
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
2021/07/21
Generations of service to generations of support: Why Carlene Ashworth joined the Legacy Society
2021/07/30
ALA unit helps veterans hockey team
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
2021/09/20
Student starts master’s degree classes thanks to help from Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship
2021/09/29
AEF grant helps Kentucky member get back to her normal
2021/10/20
Junior Member Loyalty scholarship helps college student with big goals
2021/11/05
That feared three-letter word: ASK
2021/12/15
Sending joy through the mail
2021/12/20
Scholarship recipient with a large family and a big passion pursues a career in music
2022/02/03
Deadline approaching to apply for ALA youth scholarships
2022/02/25
Finding the funds to take your military and veteran support projects further
2022/03/02
One month left to apply for the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation Board of Directors
2022/03/14
ALA National Headquarters staff member gives monthly for our nation’s heroes
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
2022/04/20
Support veterans during life-changing NVCAF event
2022/04/29
Essential branding tips for National Poppy Day
2022/06/01
Family creates scholarship in memory of Junior member
2022/06/22
Ineligible-for-membership volunteers, donors can contribute to Auxiliary mission too
2022/07/08
How Trish Ward conveniently gives back, honors veterans, and impacts grassroots members
2022/07/27
Let’s all Give 10 to Education
2022/08/17
Scholarship recipient always knew she wanted to pursue a career in medicine
2022/08/26
Get ready for our 101st National Convention
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Today is GivingTuesday!
2022/12/19
Mission Endowment Fund offers benefits to the donor and organization
2023/03/22
AEF ready to assist ALA members during tornado season
2023/05/10
Members revive their unit with Poppy Program
2023/05/17
Members helping members: Providing hope after Hurricane Ian
2023/06/21
Scholarship recipient grateful for ALA’s commitment to helping military kids
2025/04/23
Junior’s trading cards help service dogs, handlers
2023/07/24
Back to School with ‘Give 10 to Education’
2023/08/02
Scholarship recipient thankful for help, hopes to pay it forward someday
2023/09/13
Members Helping Members: AEF is here to assist
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ALA increases Auxiliary Emergency Fund assistance for members
2023/10/13
Volunteer and honor those who served during Wreaths Across America Day
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Arizona American Legion Family provides produce to community
2023/11/02
Veterans Day of Giving helps support our military — here’s how you can help too
2023/11/28
Today is the day of global giving
2023/12/08
American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grant year in review
2024/01/05
National Headquarters gets ALA license plate approved for Indiana
2025/05/07
Poppy makers reflect on importance of carrying on tradition
2024/01/31
This American Legion Auxiliary Foundation grant can help
2024/02/14
A heartfelt thank-you this Valentine’s Day for your generosity
2024/03/04
Scholarship helps ALA member pursue Navy career
2024/03/08
To the women we celebrate today
2024/03/22
Time to make plans for National Poppy Day®
2024/04/10
A generous gesture from New York
2024/04/15
The power of tribute donations: honoring loved ones while making a difference
2024/05/21
Utilize poppy funds to support ALA partnership with Honor Flight
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How the ALA can help with overcoming a natural disaster
2024/06/12
Keeping a Relationship Alive
2025/01/24
What could your unit do with $10,000?
2025/01/29
A long-standing tradition
2024/08/07
Kentucky units design helping hand baskets for local children and youth
2024/08/09
Texas unit retires American flags with dignity
2024/08/12
Consider the money you raise going back to ALA mission
2024/08/23
Happy “Make a Will” Month
2024/09/04
Rise up: Leave a legacy
2024/09/25
Welcoming a new ALA Foundation board member
2024/10/21
Minnesota unit donates flags for high school’s veterans memorial
2024/10/28
Save the date: Veterans Day of Giving is 11/11
2025/04/14
The future of giving: How women are reshaping philanthropy
2025/04/16
From service to support: turning volunteers into donors
