American Legion is located in La Grande, OR. 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. 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 12/2023, American Legion generated $69.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $50.2k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.1%) per year over the past 9 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
PROVIDE SOCIAL FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES FOR VETERAN MEMBERS
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Craig Finance Officer | 10 | $0 | |
David Jensen E-Board | 2 | $0 | |
David Matott Commander | 10 | $0 | |
Robert Kennon 2nd Vice Cmdr | 2 | $0 | |
Charlene Ables Adjutant | 10 | $0 | |
Gene Stephens E-Board | 2 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $20,748 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $6,705 |
| Investment income | $1,758 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $10,145 |
| Other Revenue | $14,316 |
| Total Revenue | $68,983 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $530 |
| Other expenses | $49,640 |
| Total expenses | $50,170 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $126,947 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $244,696 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $244,696 |