American Legion
- Assets
- $952.7k
- Revenue
- $409.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Montpelier, VT
- Founding
- 04/1966
- Data as of
- 06/2024
- EIN
- 03-0101085
Organization Overview
American Legion is located in Montpelier, VT. The organization was established in 1966. According to its NTEE Classification (W30) the organization is classified as: Military & Veterans Organizations, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 06/2024, American Legion employed 2 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. American Legion is a 501(c)(19) and as such, is described as a "Post or Organization of Past or Present Members of the Armed Forces" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2024, American Legion generated $409.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $382.8k during the year ending 06/2024. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.1%) per year over the past 9 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2018, American Legion has awarded 14 individual grants totaling $207,691. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PERPETUATE THE PRINCIPLES OF GOVERNMENT EMBODIED IN THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION AS A VALUES-BASED ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO SERVING GOD, COUNTRY, COMMUNITY AND EVERY VETERAN TODAY, TOMORROW AND INTO THE 21ST CENTURY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VETERANS ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS - WE MAINTAIN A SERVICE OFFICE AT THE VA HOSPITAL CENTER LOCATED IN WHITE RIVER JCT. VERMONT TO ASSIST VETERANS FILING CLAIMS FOR BENEFITS AND SOLVE PROBLEMS FOR VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
GREEN MOUNTAIN BOYS STATE - THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF VERMONT, IS SPONSORING BOYS' STATE TO ASSIST IN THE EDUCATION OF OUR YOUTH IN THE DUTIES, PRIVILEGES, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP; TO INCULCATE A SENSE OF INDIVIDUAL OBLIGATION TO COMMUNITY, STATE AND NATION; AND TO TEACH THE FUNDAMENTAL PRECEPTS OF GOVERNMENT.
LAW AND ORDER - CHILDREN SPEND A WEEK AT THE NEW HAMPSHIRE POLICE CADET TRAINING ACADEMY LEARNING ABOUT OUR JUDICIAL SYSTEM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lawrence Thompson Dept Serv Offcr | Officer | 40 | $46,000 |
Joseph Zickmund Sr. Vice | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Mark Cloutier Commander | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Dennis Minoli Finance Officer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Robert Pearl No. Area | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Brian Markwell Adjutant | Trustee | 15 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $237,613 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $85,944 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $323,557 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $38,429 |
| Investment income | $21,036 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$2,080 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $9,957 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $18,242 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $409,141 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $49,657 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $10,250 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $46,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $34,606 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,453 |
| Payroll taxes | $6,383 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,200 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $13,738 |
| Information technology | $416 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,322 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $24,122 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $75,881 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $780 |
| All other expenses | $30,638 |
| Total functional expenses | $382,765 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $119,134 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $46,723 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $10,015 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $776,798 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $952,670 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $3,897 |
| Total liabilities | $3,897 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $932,796 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $15,977 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $952,670 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Legion has awarded $29,358 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
AMERICAN LEGION CHILD WELFARE PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $8,200 |
VETERANS ASSISTANCE OFFICE PURPOSE: DODGE HOUSE SUPPORT | $21,158 |