American Legion
- Assets
- $415.7k
- Revenue
- $102.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Sheridan, WY
- Founding
- 10/1945
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 83-0164822
Organization Overview
American Legion is located in Sheridan, WY. The organization was established in 1945. 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 06/2022, American Legion employed 7 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 06/2022, American Legion generated $102.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $99.0k during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.0%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE A CLUB AND MEETING PLACE FOR VETERANS, TO PROMOTE COMRADESHIP, COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND AMERICANISM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
AMERICAN LEGION CLUB - TO PROVIDE A CLUB AND MEETING PLACE FOR VETERANS, TO PROMOTE COMRADESHIP, COMMUNITY SPIRIT AND AMERICANISM. SERVED APPROXIMATELY 259 MEMBERS.
AMERICAN LEGION DRUM & BUGLE CORP - TO PROVIDE A PROGRAM TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY SPIRIT AND AMERICANISM. FUNDS EXPENSED THROUGH SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES.
AMERICAN LEGION BOYS STATE - TO PROVIDE A PROGRAM TO GIVE YOUTH A HANDS ON LOOK AT GOVERNMENT IN ACTION. FUNDS EXPENSED THROUGH PROGRAM SERVICES.
AMERICAN LEGION CLUB - TO PROVIDE A CLUB AND MEETING PLACE FOR VETERANS, TO PROMOTE COMRADESHIP, COMMUNITY SPIRIT AND AMERICANISM. SERVE APPROXIMATELY 259 MEMBERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Richard Wagner Vice Command | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Bob Young Commander | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Curt Symons Trustee | Officer | 1 | $0 |
John Bennett Adjutant | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Diane Hawkins Officer | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Wayne Hoff Trustee | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $9,809 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,809 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $197 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $18,190 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $74,310 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $102,506 |
| 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 | $37,838 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,784 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,723 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $26,511 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,344 |
| Office expenses | $181 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $15,013 |
| 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 | $5,680 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $4,888 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $98,962 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $43,834 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $7,400 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $500 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $363,970 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $415,704 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,870 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $2,870 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $412,834 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $415,704 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that American Legion has recieved totaling -$1,705.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Marna M Kuehne Foundation Sheridan, WY PURPOSE: UNIFORMS AND INSTRUMENTS - REFUND OF UNUSED FUNDS | -$1,705 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
A Sanctuary For Military Families Inc Granby, CO | $1,662,699 | $1,856,266 |
Department Of Montana Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Whitefish, MT | $302,149 | $1,134,597 |
Big Sky Bravery Foundation Bozeman, MT | $1,728,012 | $2,494,375 |
South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance Inc Sioux Falls, SD | $11,375,976 | $3,644,331 |
Veteran Sheepdogs Of Colorado Colorado Springs, CO | $0 | $952,880 |
American Legion Lincoln, NE | $1,991,172 | $1,102,281 |
Legion Oasis Butte, MT | $1,796,727 | $1,100,949 |
American Legion Denver, CO | $1,954,041 | $762,076 |
Rocky Boy Veterans Center Box Elder, MT | $339,464 | $950,502 |
Retired Enlisted Association Centennial, CO | $3,860,050 | $787,674 |
Redemption And Recovery Foundation Torrey, UT | $1,466,642 | $0 |
Department Of Montana Veterans Of Foreign Wars Of The United States Kalispell, MT | $1,139,558 | $837,996 |