American Legion

Organization Overview

American Legion is located in Colonial Heights, VA. The organization was established in 1946. 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 12/2021, American Legion employed 14 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 12/2021, American Legion generated $996.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $735.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 9.0% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

OUR MISSION IS TO EDUCATE OUR MEMBERSHIP AND TO PROVIDE A PLATFORM FOR LOCAL CHARITABLE ACTIVITES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES GAMING ACTIVITIES SUCH AS BINGO ON A REGULAR BASIS.


THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES A RESTAURANT, THE TOPSIDE LOUNGE.


SPECIAL EVENTS ARE HELD BY MEMBERS OF THE ORGANIZATION AT THE LEGION.


THE ENTITY MAKES DONATIONS TO WORTHY LOCAL PERSONS AND ENTITIES, AS APPROVED BY THE BOARD, AND UNDER GUIDELINES OF THE VIRGINIA CHARITABLE GAMING COMMISSION. THEY ALSO VISIT MCGUIRE VETERAN HOSPITAL SEVERAL TIMES A MONTH TO COMFORT/ASSIST HOSPITALIZED VETERANS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Lora Adkins
Service Offi
$0
John D Bowers
Sergeant-At
$0
Dick Cole
Public Relat
$0
Craig Ervin
1st Vice Com
$0
Robert G Emerick
Sergeant-At
$0
Jerry A Chenault
Commander/pr
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$0
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$0
Total Program Service Revenue$699,847
Investment income $5,487
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $1,600
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $3,712
Net Income from Gaming Activities $280,117
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $996,051

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, American Legion has awarded $55,557 in support to 3 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

MADDIE MANN FOUNDATION

Org PageRecipient Profile

Sutherland, VA

PURPOSE: PLAYGROUND EQUIP

$25,000

THE AMERICAN LEGION

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Indianapolis, IN

PURPOSE: BOYS STATE, OTHER

$19,225

COLONIAL HEIGHTS FIRE DEPT

PURPOSE: FURNITURE

$11,332
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