About our program:

The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) is a program within The American Legion, established in 1932 to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires. It's a group for male descendants of veterans who served during specific periods (WWI, WWII, and later conflicts) and who were eligible for American Legion membership. SAL members, while part of the larger Legion Family, are not a separate entity from The American Legion. Here's a more detailed look:

 

• Purpose: SAL's mission is to strengthen the four pillars of The American Legion: patriotism, national security, veterans' affairs, and Americanism. 

• Membership: Membership is open to male descendants (sons, adopted sons, stepsons, grandsons, etc.) of veterans who meet eligibility requirements. 

• Organization: SAL is divided into detachments at the state level and squadrons at the local level. Each squadron is associated with a local American Legion post. 

   

​      The Sons of the American Legion (SAL) focuses on several key programs aimed at supporting veterans, their families, and the community.

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Youth Programs:

• American Legion Baseball: Promotes sportsmanship and teamwork among youth.

• Oratorical Contest: Encourages high school students to develop public speaking skills and knowledge of the Constitution.

 

Veterans Support:

• Veterans Affairs Support: Assists veterans in accessing benefits and services.

• Community Service Projects: Engages members in local initiatives to support veterans and their families.

 

Scholarships:

• Educational Scholarships: Provides financial assistance to members and their families pursuing higher education.

 

Membership and Leadership Development:

• Leadership Training: Offers programs to develop leadership skills among members.

• Membership Drives: Focuses on increasing membership to strengthen the organization.

 

These programs reflect the SAL's commitment to honoring the legacy of veterans and fostering community involvement.

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