March 2021
Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA)
Hello, My name is Emma McGowan and I work with the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA). I am emailing today to request your assistance in spreading the word about the need for your American Legion Family members to become registered organ and tissue donors. April is Donate Life Month and
Post 170 Riders Beefsteak Fundraiser
Post 170 Riders are having their annual Beefsteak Fundraiser on Saturday May 15th 2021 from 4pm-8pm OUTDOORS in our pavilion. Masks required for entry. Tickets available now. $50 per person includes beer, wine, or soda. Relish tray, ziti appetizer, filet mignon beef, french fries, fruit platters, coffee or tea, and
NJ COVID-19 Updates
This Week’s NJ COVID-19 Updates Do you have questions about when and where you can receive the COVID-19 vaccine, contact tracing, traveling to or from the State of New Jersey, or even finding a new job? The State of New Jersey offers up-to-date information, resources, and guidance at our COVID-19 Information
Buddy Checks
INDIANAPOLIS (March 16, 2021) – American Legion Buddy Check programs have assisted thousands of veterans and their families – especially during the COVID-19 pandemic – since their inception in March 2019. By June 2020, more than 3,600 American Legion posts reported Buddy Check activities during the membership year, and thousands
TRAINING WILL CARRY US INTO THE 21st CENTURY
TRAINING WILL CARRY US INTO THE 21st CENTURY Stephen T. Weismann (TN) Past Department Commander Training. As innocuous as this word should be, it never ceases to amaze me how many different responses it garners from our Legionnaires: excitement, fear, anticipation and indignation. It brings every emotion to the table.
The American Legion 102nd Annual Convention
102nd Annual Convention June 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th Parade Day Yes, that’s right, the time of year when more than 5,000 New Jersey Legionnaires, Auxiliary members & the SAL flock to Wildwood for this year’s 102nd Annual Convention for four days of “Fun, Sun and Comradeship.” CONVENTION SCHEDULE Wed,
Senate VA Committee – COVID Vaccine For All Vets
The Senate VA Committee is introducing a bill, that would require the VA to administer,the COVID vaccine to all veterans and veteran caregivers, regardless of whether they are In the VA system or not. Click the link to get the full story. https://www.stripes.com/senators-push-va-to-vaccinate-all-veterans-spouses-caregivers-1.664999