American Legion is located in Poughkeepsie, NY. 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. 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 12/2022, American Legion generated $95.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $39.8k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 5.8% per year over the past 8 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
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
THE ORGANIZATION FOSTERS PATRIOTISM AND COMRADSHIP AMONGVETERANS. VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS PROVIDE ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERSWHILE ALSO PROVIDING NEEDED AID AND PROMOTING COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Colin Riley Commander | 10 | $0 | |
Craig Elderkin 1st Vice Commander | 10 | $0 | |
Fred Depaolo Adjutant | 10 | $0 | |
Carl Fisher 2nd Vice Commander/treasurer | 20 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $32,277 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $24,535 |
| Membership dues | $1,615 |
| Investment income | $6 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $37,508 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $95,941 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $15,951 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $23,871 |
| Total expenses | $39,822 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $37,912 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $96,674 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $96,674 |