The American Legion Auxiliary dedicates countless hours to volunteer programs, benefiting communities and veterans alike. They actively contribute to making a positive impact through their selfless service.
The Auxiliary raises millions to support their programs and other worthy causes. By organizing fundraisers, they provide essential resources and aid to various charitable endeavors, positively impacting the lives of many.
The ALA welcomes diverse members and works with veterans to benefit the community. Unit 179 of San Anselmo exemplifies this inclusive approach, supporting military personnel, veterans, and their families.
Founded in 1919, The American Legion Auxiliary has nearly 1 million members from all walks of life. The Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of thousands of hours to its communities and veterans, and raises millions of dollars to support its programs and other worthwhile charities familiar to Americans. It is all accomplished with volunteers.
While originally organized to assist The American Legion, the Auxiliary has achieved its own unique identity while working side-by-side with the veterans who belong to The American Legion. Like the Legion, the Auxiliary’s interests have broadened to encompass the entire community.
The American Legion Auxiliary is made up of male and female spouses, grandmothers, mothers, sisters, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion. Through its nearly 10,500 units in every state and some foreign countries, the Auxiliary embodies the spirit of America that has prevailed through war and peace. Along with The American Legion, it solidly stands behind America and its ideals.
I was born and raised in Marin. My grandfather served in WWI and my father was in the Air Force during the Korean War. My daughter served in the Air Force for six years with Air Force Intelligence and Air Force Reserves. This prompted me to become involved with the Auxiliary to see what I could do to support our service men and women and our veterans. I am honored and proud to be a member of such an outstanding organization that selfishly gives their time and heart to support our military community.
I joined the ALA in 2013 as my younger son served six years of active duty in the Army and is currently a Major in the Army Reserves. It is an honor to be a part of this vital organization that dedicates itself to giving dignity, support and resources to those in the military community (veterans & active soldiers) along with supporting young ladies striving for knowledge on our state government.
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter the words, but to live by them.
John F Kennedy