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Boys State Registration Deadline Extended to June 1

 

Change to Des Moines VA Facility Visit

The time of the Des Moines VA Medical Center visit has been changed to 12:00 pm.
A tour of the South Des Moines VA Clinic has been added for 1:00 pm.
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District Spring Conferences

The Spring District Conferences are a great opportunity for anyone seeking to learn more about The American Legion or wating to get more involved.

At the meeting you will hear reports from Department and National officers, Department Headquarters staff members, Department Service Office staff members, and Department and District Commission and Committee Chairs.  All will help you gain knowledge of American Legion programs, policies and positions.

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National Convention

National Convention
August 23-29. 2024
New Orleans, LA

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Stars Stripes Spirit 5K

Stars Stripes Spirit 5K

  • 5K Walk/Run
  • 1K Option
  • Color Rush Run for Kids and the Young at Heart
  • Event T-Shirt
  • Food and Beverages

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Department & National Dues Increases

Both Department and National have voted to increase their dues by $5 each.  The Department increase takes effect January 1, 2024, and the National increase takes effect July 1, 2024.

 

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Recent News & Updates

Department Finance Officer Ken Danilson

Mar 15, 2022 |

Ken Danilson on the right at the podium. The Department of Iowa regrets to announce the death of Department Finance Officer Ken Danilson. Ken passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022. Visitation will be March 17 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the United Methodist Church, 108...

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Why Join The Legion?

The American Legion is the nation’s largest and most influential veterans service organization. Made up of U.S. wartime veterans and their families, the Legion has made significant contributions to veterans and local communities.

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Legion Posts

The local American Legion post is the foundation workforce of this hundred year old veteran organization. Without the hard work of members and leadership of the local post, very little would be accomplished by The American Legion locally and nationally.

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Legion Programs

American Legion Programs change lives. From our Support Programs to Children and Youth, Legion Programs make an impact in the lives of those involved, thereby impacting our communities for the better. Be sure to take a look.

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