American Legion is located in Vienna, VA. 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 09/2023, American Legion employed 8 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 09/2023, American Legion generated $455.5k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $313.6k during the year ending 09/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE ARE DEDICATED TO SELF-HELP, SERVICE TO THE SICK AND DISABLED, THE WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF OUR FELLOW VETERANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDE SERVICE AND SUPPORT TO VETERANS, VETERANS FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY.
WE AWARD THREE CASH SCHOLARSHIPS EACH YEAR TO FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE COLLEGE OR GRADUATE SCHOOL STUDENTS. IN ADDITION WE PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS, BOY SCOUTS, SCHOOLS AND WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Guiermo Guillen Commander | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
David Wallace 1st Vice Commander | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Tyce Williamson 2nd Vice Commander | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Adam Martinez Adjutant | Trustee | 15 | $0 |
Daniel Dellinger Judge Advocate | Trustee | 40 | $0 |
Chris Gallagher Chaplain | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $13,062 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $13,062 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $169,511 |
| Investment income | $86 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | -$16,320 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $5,817 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $283,355 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $455,511 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $121,095 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $16,881 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $630 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $340 |
| Advertising and promotion | $199 |
| Office expenses | $54 |
| Information technology | $1,161 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $21,004 |
| Insurance | $7,578 |
| All other expenses | $24,363 |
| Total functional expenses | $313,552 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $301,739 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $11,529 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $408,015 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $40,000 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $761,283 |
| 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 | $99,243 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $300 |
| Total liabilities | $99,543 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $661,740 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $761,283 |
Over the last fiscal year, American Legion has awarded $6,950 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
VIRGINIA BOYS STATE OF THE AMERICAN LEGION PURPOSE: GENERAL ASSISTANCE | $5,700 |
ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL PURPOSE: GENERAL ASSISTANCE | $600 |
NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT PURPOSE: GENERAL ASSISTANCE | $50 |
AMERICAN LEGION 25 PURPOSE: GENERAL ASSISTANCE | $100 |
HOPECAM PURPOSE: 5K CANCER RUN | $500 |