American Legion
- Assets
- $465.5k
- Revenue
- $229.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 10
- Location
- Norwalk, CT
- Founding
- 10/1946
- Data as of
- 08/2022
- EIN
- 06-0843098
Organization Overview
American Legion is located in Norwalk, CT. 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 08/2022, American Legion employed 10 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 08/2022, American Legion generated $229.3k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $232.1k during the year ending 08/2022. While expenses have increased by 0.9% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION IS TO PROMOTE THE SOCIAL WELFARE OF THE COMMUNITY; ASSIST NEEDY AND DISABLED VETERANS; PERPETUATE THE MEMORY OF DECEASED VETERANS; SPONSOR ACTIVITIES OF A PATRIOTIC NATURE; AND PROVIDE SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FUND TWO SCHOLARSHIPS EACH YEAR. THE SCHOLARSHIP IS NOT A NEEDS-BASED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, BUT RATHER ONE WHERE ELIGIBLE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS COMPETE FOR THE AWARDS. THE CANDIDATES NEED TO DEMONSTRATE A TIE TO VETERANS EITHER THROUGH FAMILY OR COMMUNITY SERVICE. DIRECT SUPPORT OF AMERICAN LEGION EVENTS WILL EARN ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATION. NO SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED FOR THE YEAR ENDING AUGUST 31, 2021 DUE TO THE COVID PANDEMIC HAVING SEVERELY AFFECTED OUR ABILITY TO RAISE FUNDS.
THE VETERAN OF THE MONTH FLAG RAISING PROGRAM IS HELD THE FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH AND HONORS DECEASED VETERANS. THE POST HOSTS NINE CEREMONIES PER YEAR.
THE OPERATION OF THE AMERICAN AND SOCIAL WELFARE FOR VETERANS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Richard Olson Commander | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Peter Havens Senior Vice Commander | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Jeffrey Dewitt Junior Vice Commander | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Tony Alves Trustee Committee Chairman | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Tony Coppola Finance Officer | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Fred Belinsky House Committee Chairman | Officer | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | -$238 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $25,516 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $25,278 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $30 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $68,615 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $15,254 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $108,326 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $229,316 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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 | $71,354 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,418 |
| Office expenses | $3,284 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $620 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $17,072 |
| All other expenses | $5,208 |
| Total functional expenses | $232,111 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $109,366 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $6,089 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $350,000 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $465,455 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $350,000 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $115,455 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $465,455 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that American Legion has recieved totaling $100.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Js Howe Family Foundation Darien, CT PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SERVICE | $100 |
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