American Legion is located in Ellsworth, WI. The organization was established in 1934. 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 06/2024, American Legion generated $78.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 21.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $30.5k during the year ending 06/2024. While expenses have increased by 1.6% per year over the past 4 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
SOCIAL WELFARE FOR PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS OF ARMED FORCES AS WELL AS THE COMMUNITY.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mike Nelson Commander | 4 | $0 | |
Pat Patton Finance Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,049 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $62,351 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $3,682 |
| Other Revenue | $7,586 |
| Total Revenue | $78,668 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $8,117 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $3,548 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $1,946 |
| Other expenses | $13,974 |
| Total expenses | $30,473 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $143,249 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $184,239 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $184,239 |