It is with great sorrow that we announce that Past Department Commander James R. Chapman has joined Post Everlasting. James Chapman was a 28 year member of the American Legion Post 56 in Virginia and Post 911 in Pennsylvania. He
2021 Day On The Hill – Alternate Method
The annual Virginia Day On The Hill event will not be quite the same this year due to the COVID-19 restrictions. The Department of Virginia will not be hosting the usual gathering at Department Headquarters and we will not be
Virginia Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans
The “Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans” Amendment exempts totally-disabled veterans from property taxes on one vehicle effective Jan 1, 2021. With the amendment passed, it will give veterans who have “a 100% service-connected, permanent, and total disability”
Mission Blue Post Assistance Program Grant Application
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Children and Youth Bulletin and New TFA Application Form
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Legion National Training For Commanders and Adjutants
Beginning in October, American Legion National Headquarters staff will present 60 to 90-minute sessions on topics aimed at post commanders and adjutants. Please join us to learn more about these two topics. October 27, 2020 – 7PM EDT Topics: Changes
Virginia In State Legacy Run (ISLR) Video Maps
The Virginia In State Legacy Run (ISLR) will take place 16-18 July and is endorsed by the American Legion Department of Virginia as part of the National Legacy Scholarship Ride. It’s goal is to raise college scholarship money for the
Final Details For ISLR Released
With only one short week to go, the final maps, plans, and details have been released for the Virginia In State Legacy Run. People will be at Post 75 in Gloucester starting at 1400 hrs (2:00 PM) on the 16th
Fisher House Playground Challenge
Fisher House has teamed up with Gillette, CVS, and Terracycle for a fun new initiative that gives back in multiple ways. When you recycle your razors through CVS and Terracycle, the Fisher House in your area will be entered to
Cancellation of 2020 National Convention
Please see the resolution below for some important updates from National. In summary: The American Legion National Executive Committee (NEC) agrees that present circumstances constitute sufficient reasons to cancel the 2020 American Legion National Convention. The following American Legion events