American Legion is located in Huntington Beach, CA. 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 12/2020, 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 12/2020, American Legion generated $33.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 5 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (36.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $47.7k during the year ending 12/2020. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (33.4%) per year over the past 5 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO SUPPORT THE AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS FOR VETERANS, YOUNG PEOPLE AND THE COMMUNITY. TO PROVIDE FOR TODAYS NEEDS WHILE BEING ADVOCATES FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
PROVIDED SUPPORT FOR AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL PROGRAMS
ORGANIZED TRIPS, OUTINGS AND OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS FOR VETERANS AND THE COMMUNITY
PROVIDED SUPPORT TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robin Hoyle Commander | 2 | $0 | |
Harold Hambley Adjutant | 2 | $0 | |
John Hammonds Chaplain | 2 | $0 | |
Paul Sylvestri 1st Vice Commander | 2 | $0 | |
Robert Bergman Through May 31 2020 2nd Vice Commander | 2 | $0 | |
Charles Ostheimer Though May 31 202 Finance Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,480 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $5,055 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $21,440 |
| Total Revenue | $32,975 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $2,805 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $12,916 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $26,950 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $5,007 |
| Total expenses | $47,678 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $82,386 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $82,386 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $82,386 |