American Legion is located in Cheyenne, WY. 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 06/2024, American Legion employed 4 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 $174.3k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $142.7k during the year ending 06/2024. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.3%) per year over the past 8 years. 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 Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
1) TO UPHOLD & DEFEND THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES2) TO PROMOTE PEACE & GOOD WILL AMONG THE PEOPLES OF THE UNITED STATES & ALL THE NATIONS OF THE EARTH3) TO PRESERVE THE MEMORIES & INCIDENTS OF THE WORLD WARS & THE OTHER GREAT HOSTILITIES FOUGHT TO UPHOLD DEMOCRACY4) TO CEMENT THE TIES & COMRADESHIP BORN OF SERVICE &5) TO CONSECRATE THE EFFORTS OF ITS MEMBERS TO MUTUAL HELPFULNESS & SERVICE TO THEIR COUNTRY
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
VETERANS ARE ASSISTED WITH VA HEALTHCARE, ACCESS TO EMPLOYMENT & BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, & ASSISTANCE WITH DISABLITY CLAIMS. 26,000 VETERANS & FAMILIES ASSISTED.
AMERICAN LEGION'S COMMITMENT TO NATION'S YOUTH VIA SCHOLARSHIPS, CHILD WELFARE FOUNDATION & YOUTH PROGRAMS, BOYS STATE, HIGH SCHOOL RODEO, ORATORICAL, & BASEBALL. 2550 YOUTH BENEFITED.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Gina Mayhan Dept Adjutant | 30 | $37,166 | |
Vanessa Stuart Dist 6 Cmdr | 10 | $0 | |
Jonathan Storey Dist 6 Pst Cmdr | 10 | $0 | |
Chuck Guilford Dist 5 Pst Cmdr | 10 | $0 | |
Kenneth Persson Jr Dist 3 Pst Cmdr | 10 | $0 | |
Keith Davidson Ntl Exec Cmtmn | 15 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $143,268 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $20,464 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $8,205 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $174,330 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $67,826 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $2,205 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $12,088 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $14,347 |
| Other expenses | $46,221 |
| Total expenses | $142,687 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $390,212 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $412,500 |
| Total liabilities | $25,220 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $387,280 |