American Legion is located in Granite City, IL. The organization was established in 1956. 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 06/2024, American Legion employed 5 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 06/2024, American Legion generated $60.5k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $51.2k during the year ending 06/2024. While expenses have increased by 2.1% 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
ALL EXPENSES OF THE ORGANIZATION RELATE TO THEIR PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jefferson Green Board Member | 7 | $0 | |
Ronald Chiodini Board Member | 7 | $0 | |
Anthony Bargiel Commander | 15 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $8,674 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,256 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $27,626 |
| Other Revenue | $2,780 |
| Total Revenue | $60,527 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $4,389 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $12,250 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $1,800 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $17,143 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $15,665 |
| Total expenses | $51,247 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $8,545 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $11,737 |
| Total liabilities | $13,874 |
| Net assets or fund balances | -$2,137 |