American Legion
- Assets
- $599.4k
- Revenue
- $392.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 10
- Location
- Gilbert, AZ
- Founding
- 03/1946
- Data as of
- 05/2021
- EIN
- 86-0093780
Organization Overview
American Legion is located in Gilbert, AZ. 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 05/2021, American Legion employed 10 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 05/2021, American Legion generated $392.3k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $351.0k during the year ending 05/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.3% per year over the past 7 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
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE ARE A PATRIOTIC WARTIME VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION DEVOTED TO MENTORING YOUTH; SPONSORING WHOLESOME COMMUNITY PROGRAMS; ADVOCATING PATRIOTISM AND HONOR; PROMOTING STRONG NATIONAL SECURITY; AND CONTINUED DEVOTION TO OUR FELLOW VETERANS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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POST OPERATIONS - OPERATES AND MAINTAINS POST BUILDING TO HOUSE AND PROVIDE SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR OUR 900+ VETERAN MEMBERS AND TO PERFORM AMERICAN LEGION ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES. THIS SERVICE PROGRAM PROVIDES A CANTINA, MEETING HALL, KITCHEN FACILITY, OFFICE SPACE, AND STORAGE FACILITIES FOR THE RESTRICTED USE OF OUR VETERAN MEMBERS AND THEIR BONAFIDE GUESTS. THIS FACILITY OPENS DAILY (INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS) TO ALLOW VETERANS TO COME FOR MORNING COFFEE, ENJOY LUNCH, OR SOCIALIZE IN THE EVENINGS. THE MEETING HALL HOSTS MEMBER AND AMERICAN LEGION EVENTS. EXAMPLES INCLUDE POST EVERLASTING, FOUR CHAPLAINS CEREMONY, USS ARIZONA REMEMBRANCE, HOLIDAY CEREMONIES (E.G. 4TH OF JULY, MEMORIAL DAY, ETC.) AS WELL AS MEMBER BIRTHDAY PARTIES, WEDDINGS, MEMORIAL SERVICES, HOLIDAY PARTIES, AND SPECIAL EVENTS. THE HALL IS ALSO AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT, CHARITY, ACTIVE MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS AND THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY FOR MEETINGS.
LEGION PROGRAMS - THIS SERVICE SUPPORTS THE FOUR PILLARS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION: (I) VETERANS AFFAIRS AND REHABILITATION (VA&R), (II) NATIONAL SECURITY, (III) AMERICANISM, (IV) CHILDREN AND YOUTH (INCLUDES COMMUNITY PROGRAMS). EXAMPLES OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN EACH OF THESE AREAS ARE PROVIDED BELOW: (I) VA&R - SERVICE OFFICER ASSISTANCE TO THOSE SEEKING VA SERVICES; EMERGENCY FUNDING FOR ACTIVE DUTY AND VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY; FUNDING FOR HONOR FLIGHT OF AZ; MONTHLY DISABLED VET LUNCH PROGRAM; AND GIVING TREE FOR VETERANS WITH CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. (II) NATIONAL SECURITY - PACKAGES FOR TROOPS. (III) AMERICANISM - FLAG ETIQUETTE FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND SCOUT TROOPS; FLAGS OUT ON HOLIDAYS; COLOR/HONOR GUARD FOR FLAG POSTINGS AND MILITARY HONORS MEMORIAL SERVICES. (IV) CHILDREN AND YOUTH - ANNUAL CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY GIVING GIFTS TO DESERVING FAMILIES; BOYS STATE PROGRAM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Chris Ellis Commander | Officer | 15 | $0 |
Larry Grosch Vice Commander | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Kenneth Skwirtz Finance Officer | Officer | 15 | $0 |
James Borodin 2nd Vice Commander | Officer | 30 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $42,134 |
| Investment income | $3,060 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $30,000 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $47,997 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $257,970 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $392,315 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,600 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $8,636 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $169,188 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,023 |
| Payroll taxes | $34,212 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $6,785 |
| Information technology | $3,292 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $84,697 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $5,659 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $350,997 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $67,018 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $22,365 |
| 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 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $165,633 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $599,356 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $344,340 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $30,480 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $30,480 |
| 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 | $224,536 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $568,876 |
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