American Legion

Organization Overview

American Legion, operating under the name American Legion Post 86, is located in Newton, NJ. 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 Post 86 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 12/2023, American Legion Post 86 generated $82.6k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $62.3k during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

WAR ERA VETERANS ORGANIZATION WHICH SUPPORTS COMMUNITY, CHILDREN AND YOUTH, VETERANS AFFAIRS AND NATIONAL SECURITY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

BOYS STATE - 5 BOYS, TUITION, ROOM AND BOARD FOR A WEEK AT RYDER COLLEGE LEARNING TO RUN A GOVERNMENT, CIVIC LESSONS, AND GAINING LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE WITH THE HELP OF POLITICAL VOLUNTEERS AND VETERANS.


ANCILLARY SERVICES WITH REVENUE BENEFITS PROVIDED FOR MEMBERS CONVENIENCE (ATM, CLOTHING BOX) AND UTILIZATION OF REBATE AND COLLECTION PROGRAMS TO REDUCE OPERATING COSTS.


GIRLS STATE - 2 GIRLS, TUITION, ROOM AND BOARD FOR A WEEK AT GEORGIAN COURT COLLEGE LEARNING TO RUN A GOVERNMENT, CIVIC LESSONS, AND GAINING LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE WITH THE HELP OF POLITICAL VOLUNTEERS AND VETERANS.


LEGION COLLEGE - 1 MEMBER TUITION, ROOM AND BOARD, AT SEA GIRT NATIONAL GUARD BASE TO ENHANCE AND LEARN LEADERSHIP IN ALL OUR AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS TO HELP THEM BETTER SERVE OUR VETERANS AND COMMUNITY AS NEEDED.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Keith Ackerman
Sargeant At
$0
Richard Escobar
Commander
$0
Robert Glesias
Finance Offi
$0
Robert Glesias
Post Adjutan
$0
Harry Kaplan
Vice Command
$0
Ellis Marples
Vice Command
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$1,263
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$9,039
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$10,302
Total Program Service Revenue$1,300
Investment income $0
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income -$13,064
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $12,182
Net Income from Gaming Activities $36,605
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $33,340
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $82,596

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