American Legion Child American Legion Child Welfare FoundationWelfare Foundation

“Dedicated to the betterment

of all children.”

What people are sayingWhat people are saying

“Wonderful things are happening in the area of charitable medical air transportation for children, thanks to the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. Our mission counts for kids are up 20% due directly to your support.”

“The support we received from the Foundation is a true godsend.”

National Reyes Syndrome Foundation

What people are sayingWhat people are saying

“Our Hearing Impairment DVD, funded by the Foundation, is receiving great reviews. We are thrilled with the final result and extend our gratitude to you and your entire organization for supporting this very worthwhile project.”

“Your Foundation has helped to markedly increase awareness of America’s children waiting for permanent families. Thanks to you they now have the opportunity for a better life through adoption.”

Fast FactsFast Facts

• Incorporated in 1954

• Separate corporation with nine member Board

• Over $9 million granted to date

• Provides assistance to nonprofit organizations to educate public about the needs of special children

• All donations used for grants

Just imagine…Just imagine…

If all our Posts, Units & Squadrons annually sent in a check to the Foundation for just $50, this would result in well over $1 million being generated each year.

RecognitionRecognition

• U.S. “Udie Grant Legacy Award

• Garland Murphy Award• Heritage Circle Gift Club• Children First Gift Club• Cornerstone Gift Club

Children’s Action TeamChildren’s Action Team

Fundraising & the American Legion Child Fundraising & the American Legion Child Welfare FoundationWelfare Foundation

“A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove…but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child.”