The American Legion Auxiliary
                    Does anyone really know what we do?

The American Legion Auxiliary has been around for a long time -- over seventy-five years, in fact.  If each of our one million members were asked what the Auxiliary does, what would she say?

Many would talk about the millions of hours of volunteer time we give to assist veterans at home, in hospitals, and in the field.  And, they would be right.

Others would tell about the millions of dollars donated to worthy causes around the world and in our own communities.  Right again!

Some would stress the community service work we do and the thousands of special projects we have funded to assist families and children across the nation.  And they would be right as well!

And of course, everyone would mention our poppies -- those little red crepe paper flowers made by and for hospitalized veterans - and the many thousands we distribute every Memorial Day.

That's just the beginning!

• WE WORK to prevent substance abuse, teen suicide, child abuse, and teen pregnancy.
  
• WE EDUCATE our children for leadership through Girls Nation, the Spirit of Youth Foundation, and VolunTeens, and scores of local and national scholarship programs.
  
• WE ORGANIZE community blood drives, local and national conservation efforts, emergency and disaster relief worldwide, citizenship and education programs, child safety materials, and legislative action.
  
• WE HELP our own members through the Auxiliary Emergency and Displaced Homemakers Funds and our service people and their families through the Family Assistance Network.

The Auxiliary is all of this and much, much more!  And, we're looking for people like you!

Nurturing Tradition...Fostering Change

AUXILIARY PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

The Auxiliary is women, of all ages and from all walks of life, who join together in the fellowship of giving.

No matter how an Auxiliary member chooses to contribute, she can help fill a need and address one of countless social concerns through our many programs.

Americanism
Americanism Youth Conference
Spirit of Youth Fund
Flag Etiquette and Citizenship Programs
Girl Scout Achievement Award

Children & Youth
Substance Abuse Prevention
Crisis Intervention and Family Support
Child Safety
Immunization

Community Service
Blood Drives/First Aid/CPR Training
Help for the Homeless, Elderly and Victims of Abuse
Environmental Protection/Community Beautification
Crime Prevention/Neighborhood Watch Programs

Education
Literacy Programs
Scholarships and Grants
Leadership Training and Seminars

Girls State/Girls Nation

Legislative
Support for Veterans Programs
Citizen Flag Alliance

National Security
Awareness Forums and Seminars
USO
Disaster Prevention and Relief

The Poppy Program

Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation
Hospital and Hospice Volunteer Program
Field and Home Service Programs
VolunTeens

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS TO YOU?

Auxiliary members receive special savings and benefits:

A year's subscription to National News
To keep you informed about Auxiliary activities and programs.

Free $5,000 Travel Accident Insurance

The Exclusive Auxiliary Credit Card
Competitive annual percentage rate, no annual fee.

Car Rental Discounts

Auxiliary Eye Care Plan
Up to 60% savings on eyewear at 7,200 locations.

Save 40% on Your Next Move with North American Van Lines

Special Auxiliary Supplemental Insurance Plans
Eligible members can't be turned down.

Affinity Long Distance Phone Service
Save money & support the ALA Scholarship program at the same time.

Lifetime "VIM" Membership Plan

Special Auxiliary Programs:
Emergency Assistance Grants
Displaced Homemakers Assistance Grants
Leadership Training Programs
Seminars
Scholarships
Junior Programs
Special Auxiliary Merchandise

MEMBER BENEFITS...19 GOOD REASONS TO JOIN AND STAY WITH THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
* Benefits Subject to change.

1. TRAVEL ACCIDENT INSURANCE
   Up to $5,000 accidental death benefit based on mode of transportation.  All members of the American legion Auxiliary over the age of six months are covered by this benefit.  There are no enrollment forms to fill out, no applications to send, and NO COST TO THE MEMBER.  Every member is automatically insured with the payment of her dues.  Under the blanket coverage, no individual certificates of insurance are issued and no individual beneficiaries are designated.   The benefits of the Travel Accident Insurance Plan are paid to the beneficiary and/or estate of the deceased.  Call 1-800-545-6390 or your Department Headquarters for claim forms.
   
2. NATIONAL NEWS MAGAZINE
   Free subscription to National News -- a publication for and about members to keep you up-to-date on current ALA issues.
   
3. THE AMERICAN LEGION DISCOUNT PRESCRIPTION PROGRAM PROVIDED BY RXAMERICA
   Save Up to 20% or More on Prescription Drugs.  Simply present your membership card to a participating pharmacy to receive the discounted price.  For more information, contact your Department Headquarters.  For information about the mail service or to obtain the location of a participating pharmacy near you, call 1-800-905-9818.  Note: Not available in the Department of Maryland.   Contact The American Legion Department of Maryland for details on its prescription program.
   
4. AFFINITY LONG DISTANCE PHONE SERVICE
   Save $$ and support ALA Scholarships at the same time!  Sign up and receive a $6 credit on your phone bill.  And remember, Affinity will contribute 5% of your monthly billing to the ALA scholarship program.  To join the ALA Affinity long distance program, call 1-800-670-0008.
   
5. SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS
   Membership in the Auxiliary entitles you to economical rates for Medicare Supplement, Guaranteed Issue Life, Cancer, and Hospital cash Insurance.  Eligible members can't be turned down.  For information about these plans, call the toll-free numbers below, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM Eastern time:
   
   Medicare Supplement:                              1-800-749-6983
   Short-Term "Gap" Major Medical Ins.:    1-800-545-6390
   Life Insurance:                                          1-800-523-5758 or 1-800-356-3505 (TDD)
   Hospital Cash and Cancer Ins.:                 1-800-555-7642 (answered 24 hours)
   
6. SMILE DENTAL PLAN
   Affordable individual and family dental insurance -- automatic acceptance, no waiting period for preventative services.  Call 1-800-545-6390.
   
7. EYE CARE PLAN OF AMERICA
   You and your dependents save up to 60% off usual retail prices on eyewear at over 7,200 locations nationwide.  Call 1-800-221-3272 for the location nearest you.
   
8. EXCLUSIVE ALA CREDIT CARD MBNA AMERICA BANK
   Competitive annual percentage rate, no annual fee, toll-free, 24 hour customer service, 365 day a year; lost credit card registration service at no extra charge, auto collision reimbursement coverage, credit line increase requests answered in 30 minutes, additional cards at no extra charge and emergency card replacement.  Call 1-800-847-7378, Monday-Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM and mention source code "FNRT."
   
9. BELTONE PLAN FOR BETTER HEARING
   Free annual electric hearing evaluations for you and your family.  15% discount off regular list price on hearing aid purchases.  Call 1-800-BELTONE for the center nearest you.
   
10. NORTH AMERICAN VAN LINES
    40% discount package, including up to $50,000 free coverage on your household goods, on interstate moves.  Call 1-800-524-5533 for more information.
    
11. AVIS CAR RENTAL
    10% off SuperValue Daily and Weekly Rates and 5% off SuperValue Weekend and Intercity Rates available at all participating locations in the contiguous U.S.  For more information and reservations, call 1-800-331-1212.  Be sure to give the Auxiliary's Worldwide Discount number: A740700.
    
12. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE GRANTS
    
13. DISPLACED HOMEMAKERS ASSISTANCE GRANTS
    
14. LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS
    
15. SEMINARS
    
16. JUNIOR PROGRAMS
    
17. LIFETIME (VIM) MEMBERSHIPS
    
18. SPECIALTY AUXILIARY MERCHANDISE
    
19. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES... AND A VARIETY OF FULFILLING AND FUN ACTIVITIES!!!

WHO CAN JOIN?

You can join the Auxiliary if you are:

• The mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, or grandmother of a current member of The American Legion.
  
• A female veteran who served during any of the conflicts listed below.
  
• A female member of The American Legion.  (Yes, woman veterans can join both!)
  
• The mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter or grandmother of a deceased veteran who served during any of the conflicts listed below.  (Eligibility also applies to step-relatives)

Eligibility Dates:

World War I: April 6, 1917 - November 11, 1918
World War II: December 7, 1941 - December 31, 1946
Korean War: June 25, 1950 - January 31, 1955
Vietnam War: February 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975
Grenada/Lebanon: August 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984
Panama: December 20, 1989 - January 31, 1990
Persian Gulf War: August 2, 1990 to the date of cessation of hostilities as determined by the Government of the United States.

HOW DO YOU JOIN?

• Complete the membership application.
  
• Mail or drop off the application along with the appropriate payment for your annual dues to the Unit or member that directed you to this form..
  
• Your application will be processed by the Unit within 4-6 weeks.

That's all there is to it!

Welcome to the Auxiliary!

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

Please type or print:
Mrs./Miss/Ms _____________________________  ___________   _________ Senior (Over 18)
                                    (Applicant's Full Name)              (Birthdate)

___________________________________________   _______________________________
                              (Mailing Address)                                                     (Work/Home Phone)

________________  ________  ____________   ____________________________________
          (City)                  (State)             (Zip)                              (Unit Number/Location)

I am eligible for membership through the military service of _______________________________
                                                                                                            (Full Name)

[  ] Living  [  ] Deceased

He/she is a member of: ________________________   __________  ____________  _____
                                           (American Legion Post)          (Post #)                (City)         (State)

Living or Deceased, served in:
[  ] WWI (4/6/17-11/11/18)
[  ] WWII (12/7/41-12/31/46)
[  ] Korea (6/25/50-1/31/55)
[  ] Vietnam (2/28/61-5/7/75)
[  ] Grenada/Lebanon (8/24/82-7/31/84)
[  ] Panama (12/20/89-1/31/90)
[  ] Persian Gulf War (8/2/90 until cessation of hostilities)

Applicant's Relationship to the Veteran
[  ] Mother
[  ] Wife
[  ] Sister
[  ] Daughter
[  ] Granddaughter
[  ] Great-Granddaughter
[  ] Grandmother
[  ] Self
(Step-relatives are eligible).

I certify that the above named individual served at least one day of active duty during the dates marked above and was honorably discharged.

__________________________  ___________   __________________________  ___________
    (Signature of Applicant)                  (Date)            (Post Officer Membership Verification       (Date)
                                                                                or Unit Secretary Verification for
                                                                                Female Veterans Only)

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I am interested in learning more about the following:

_____ Volunteering at a VA Hospital
_____ Participating in Educational Activities
_____ Helping with Unit Activities
_____ Fund-Raising Projects
_____ Working with Young People
_____ Community Volunteerism/Assistance

Check the member benefits on which you would like more information:

_____ Money Market Savings Plan
_____ VIM Paid-Up-For-Life Membership Plan
_____ Displaced Homemakers Fund
_____ Long-Term Care Insurance
_____ Moving Discounts
_____ Scholarships/Continuing Education
_____ Eye Care Plan
_____ Credit Plan
_____ Other: _____________________

_____________________________  ________________   _______________  _____________
             Recruiter's Name                            (Unit/Post #)                  (City)                       (State)

The following individual(s) might also be interested in helping.   Please contact:

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