American Legion
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $19.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- San Mateo, CA
- Founding
- 04/1937
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 94-1104846
Organization Overview
American Legion is located in San Mateo, CA. The organization was established in 1937. 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. 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 06/2022, American Legion generated $19.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (35.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $121.0k during the year ending 06/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE A POST FOR CURRENT/PREVIOUS MEMBERS OF THE US MILITARY
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO AID VETERANS WHO SERVED IN THE US MILITARY
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ac Ralston Adjutant | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Kevin Byrn Commander | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Steve Leydiker 1st Vice Commander | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Ed Caler Second Vice Commander | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Vince Zammit Sergeant At Arms | OfficerTrustee | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $9,206 |
| Fundraising events | $10,790 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $10,865 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $30,861 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$11,409 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $19,452 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $41,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,173 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $5,143 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $18,486 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $110 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $433 |
| Insurance | $4,461 |
| All other expenses | $4,898 |
| Total functional expenses | $121,041 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $58,873 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $30,077 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $4,552 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $33,682 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,201,009 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,328,193 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $4,986 |
| 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 | $1,958 |
| Total liabilities | $6,944 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $1,321,249 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,328,193 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Legion has awarded $41,000 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Indianapolis, IN PURPOSE: REQUIRED DONATIONS | $23,500 |
San Mateo, CA PURPOSE: MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTION | $13,500 |
VETERANS SUICIDE PREVENTIONS | | | $2,500 |
FREEDOM CAR | | | $1,000 |
CHILD WELFARE FUND | | | $500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Veteran Tickets Foundation Tempe, AZ | $3,473,043 | $70,156,514 |
Swords To Plowshares Veterans Rights Organization San Francisco, CA | $13,731,803 | $35,297,923 |
Nations Finest Santa Rosa, CA | $6,187,944 | $28,671,006 |
Vietnam Veterans Of San Diego San Diego, CA | $48,971,024 | $19,292,555 |
D A V Industries Spring Valley, CA | $16,692,300 | $10,872,133 |
Amvets Department Of California Service Foundation Garden Grove, CA | $23,614,480 | $12,375,344 |
Blue Star Families Inc Encinitas, CA | $9,421,835 | $11,402,884 |
Veterans Transition Center Of Monterey County Marina, CA | $10,271,050 | $3,306,792 |
Uso - Greater Los Angeles Area Inc Dba Bob Hope Uso Long Beach, CA | $9,922,016 | $7,823,004 |
Sepulveda Research Corporation North Hills, CA | $0 | $358,377 |
Support The Enlisted Project Inc San Diego, CA | $1,459,918 | $2,679,000 |
For The Troops Simi Valley, CA | $784,854 | $2,236,492 |