Search this site
Results found for empty search
- Auxiliary Past Presidents | MN Thundering Third District | American Legion
Find all of the past Minnesota Third District American Legion Auxiliary Presidents and their years of service. Past 3rd District Presidents Name Location Years of Service *Emma Lueben (Mrs. S.C.) Farmington Sept. 15, Sept. 15 1921 *Bertha Herman (Mrs.) LeSueur 1921-22 *Eva Dempsey (Mrs. Charles) St. Peter 1922-23 *Mrs. E.E. Shrader Watertown 1923-24 *Isabelle Zurst (Mrs. John) Glencoe 1924-26 *Ida Scherkenback (Mrs.) Shakopee 1926-28 *Elsie Jorgensen Hutchinson 1928-30 *Edna Dressel (Mrs. H.C.) LeSueur 1930-32 *Sara Clark (Mrs. Robert) Northfield 1932-34 *Alice Barry (Mrs. R.R.) South St. Paul 1934-35 *Lena Lewis (Mrs.A.S.) Pine Island 1935-36 *Rose Hawlish (Mrs. Henry) Silver Lake 1936-37 *Mabel Sargeant (Mrs. H.L.) Northfield 1937-38 *Ruth Stussi (Mrs. Earl) Stillwater 1938-40 *Cora Rhea (Mrs. C.J.) Waconia 1940-41 *Celia Satrum (Mrs. Henry) Zumbrota 1941-42 *Lois Roell (Mrs. Ed) Cannon Falls 1942-43 *Margaret Arvidson (Mrs. R.H.) Kenyon 1943-44 *Tinnie Olesen Faribault 1944-45 *Rose Schumacker (Mrs. R.T) Shakopee 1945-46 *Loretta Greulick (Mrs. W.W.) St. Peter 1946-47 *Bernice Flotterud Zumbrota 1947-48 *Olive Simmer (Mrs. Thomas) New Prague 1948-49 *Cora Noltimier (Mrs. W.F.) St. Paul Park 1949-50 *Mabel Duncan (Mrs. Howard) Cannon Falls 1950-51 *Billie Hundt (Mrs. Ray) LeCenter 1951-52 *Lucy Mattsfield (Mrs. E.J.) Hutchinson 1952-53 *Viola Forcia (Mrs. Harold) Stillwater 1953-54 *Minnie Erickson (Mrs. E. O.) Northfield 1954-55 *Dolly Thompson (Mrs. Donald) Hugo 1955-56 *Elsie Rustad (Mrs. Arthur) Faribault 1956-57 *Hope Meehl (Mrs. Roy) Morrison 1957-58 *Ruth Vollmers ( Mrs Maynard) Redwing 1958-59 *Virginia leiverman ( Mrs.Cy) Chaska 1959-60 *Lois Vollmer (Mrs. Charles) LeCenter 1960-61 *Irene Jones (Mrs. B.W.) Northfield 1961-62 *Grace Kraft (Mrs. Seymour) Cannon Falls 1962-63 *Elsie Brockmeyer (Mrs. Hugo) Glencoe 1963-64 *Juanita Lutz (Mrs. Edward) Hugo 1964-65 *Sylvia Balfour (Mrs.William) Faribault 1965-66 *Ann Schmidtke (Mrs. Sieg) Morristown 1966-67 *Irene Anderson (Mrs. Martin) Red Wing 1967-68 *LuVerne Marier (Mrs Narcisse) Hugo 1968-69 *Mary Monkemeier (Mrs. Henry) Glencoe 1969-70 *Ivy Hoffman (Mrs. Luverne) Morristown 1970-71 *Marcy Schmidt (Mrs. Alois) Shakopee 1971-72 *Elizabeth Roberts (Mrs. Arthur) Faribault 1972-73 *Alice Goetz (Mrs. Ervin) Northfield 1972-73 *Margret Lonergan Bayport 1973-74 *Ida Mae Charles (Mrs Fank) Hastings 1974-75 *Blanche Coppa (Mrs. Peter) Bayport 1975-76 *Elaine Hein (Mrs. Warren) Cleveland 1976-77 *Millie Hansen (Mrs. Gerald) Winthrop 1977-78 *Helen Biemert (Mrs. Roman) Forest Lake 1979-80 *Rose Mary Diercks (Mrs. Gerald) Red Wing 1980-81 *Dolores Goettl (Mrs. Kenneth) Montgomery 1981-82 *Shirley Hamre (Mrs. Dean) St. Paul Park 1982-83 *Joan Tompkins (Mrs. Jerome) Rosemount 1983-84 *Dolly Huron (Mrs. Franklin) Red Wing 1984-85 *Pattie Black (Mrs. Arthur) Forest Lake 1985-86 *Mary Ellen Hale (Mrs. Robert) Hastings 1986-87 *Audrey Tolzman (Mrs. Kenneth Nicollet 1987-88 *Dolores Fink (Mrs. Bernard) Apple Valley 1988-89 Barbara Stussy (Mrs. Fred) Pine Island 1989-90 Betty Schuelter (Mrs. Elroy) Hutchinson Hutchinson 1990-91 *Clara Urban (Mrs. Ron) St Paul Park 1991-92 Ann Bode (Mrs. David) Nicollet 1992-93 *Patricia Kerber (Mrs. Lee) Chanhassen 1993-94 Elaine Schilling (Mrs. Alloyd) Nicollet 1994-95 *Nancy Lemke (Mrs. Romaine) St Paul Park 1995-96 Donna Beck Lakeville 1996-97 *Laila Schroeder Shakopee 1997-98 Darlain Kaufmann (Mrs. Norbert) Green Isle 1998-99 *Agnes Berg Apple Valley 1999-00 *Barbara McGowan (Mrs. Marlow) Pine Island 2000-01 Darlene Wondra (Mrs. Glenn) Montgomery 2001-02 Joanne Bratland (Mrs. Maynard) Shakopee 2002-03 Lois Wenz (Mrs. Donald) Chaska 2003-04 Diane Mackenthun (Mrs. David) Norwood 2004-05 Molly Smisek (Mrs. Donald) Lonsdale 2005-06 Marilyn Hardt (Mrs. Brad) North Mankato 2006-07 Suzette Maluchnik (Mrs. Randy) Chaska 2007-08 Barbara Klehr (Mrs. David) Shakopee 2008-09 Teri Richardson (Mrs. Gary) Mahtomedi 2009-10 Cynthia Wenz Chaska 2010-11 Deb Rottman Cannon Falls 2011-12 Lisa Tolzmann (Mrs. Kim) Nicollet 2012-13 Joanne Joachim Chanhassen 2013-14 Michelle Leonard Farmington 2014-15 Karla Otterness Winsted 2015-16 Marcie Baysinger (Mrs. Elmer) Brownton 2016-17 Kat Benjamin (Mrs. Bob) Chaska 2017-18 Lynn Duffy (Mrs. Joe) St. Paul Park 2018-19 Linda Kelly Pine Island Pine Island 2019-20 Linda Kelly Pine Island Pine Island 2020-21 Cavalene Regan Forest Lake 2021-22 Kim Carlander Chanhassen Chanhassen 2022-23 Deanna Meyer(Mrs. David) 2023-24 Tamara Thayer 2024-25 Ann Bovy New Germany 2025-26 For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. Key Links MN ALA Website National Website Third District Social Media MN ALA National ALA For Veterans Third District ALA Facebook Get In Touch Committees Officers 2025 By Legion Social. Contact the Webmaster. Minnesota Third District Who We Are Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Membership Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Programs Upcoming Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Media Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Resources 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Key Links Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Menu Close
- Find a Post | MN Third District American Legion
The MN Third District American Legion encompasses 10 Counties and has 64 Posts in Minnesota. Find a post by number or filter by county on this page. MN Thundering Third District Posts Shakopee 2 Website 1266 1st Ave E. Shakopee MN 55379 952-445-5253 Robert Patterson 3 No Website 843 Lodge Drive. Jordan MN 55352 952-686-3311 William R. Witty 37 No Website 229 Nassau St. St Peter MN 507-934-6435 Faribault 43 Website 112 5th St NE. Faribault MN 55021 507-334-8784 John Vessey 44 No Website PO Box 111 Lakeville MN 55044 952-435-6487 Charles Borak 45 Website 300 Lexington Ave S. New Prague MN 56071 952-758-4603 Nelson-Lucking 47 Website 50 Sibley St. Hastings MN 55033 651-437-2046 Stillwater 48 Facebook 103 3rd St S #1 Stillwater MN 55082 651-437-1435 Leo C. Peterson 54 Website 218 W 4th St. Red Wing MN 55066 651-388-6223 Le Sueur 55 No Website 203 S 2nd St. Le Sueur MN 56058 No Phone Chaska 57 Website 102 W 4th St. Chaska MN 55318 952-448-4090 Rosemount 65 Website 14590 Burma Ave W. Rosemount MN 55068 651-423-3380 Sibley 74 Website 815 Minnesota St. Henderson MN 56044 507-248-3544 Joseph A. Gates 78 Facebook 601 2nd St. Kenyon MN 55946 507-789-5691 Montgomery 79 Website 102 Elm Ave SW Montgomery MN 56069 507-364-7779 Northfield 84 Facebook 304 Water St. Northfield MN 55057 507-645-8541 William E. Blair 95 Website PO Box 145 Glencoe MN 55336 320-865-5992 Hutchinson 96 Website 35 3rd Ave SE Hutchinson MN 55350 320-587-2665 Richard Dingle 98 Website 328 Broadway Ave. St Paul Park MN 55071 651-459-8016 Le Center 108 Website 97 S Park Ave Le Center MN 56057 507-357-4787 Eugene Early 121 No Website 405 Franklin Ave NW Watertown MN 55388 763-289-5984 Degree-Fleisch 125 No Website PO Box 214 Stewart MN 55385 320-562-2609 Silver Lake 141 Website 241 Main St W. Silver Lake MN 55381 320-327-2404 Kraft-Ostrum 142 Facebook 218 4th St N. Cannon Falls MN 55009 507-263-2412 Edward Ewald 143 No Website 310 2nd St N. Brownton MN 55312 No Phone Leo B. Neubeiser 144 Facebook 221 N Meridian St. Belle Plaine MN 56011 952-873-4669 Roy Leider 149 Facebook 101 W Main St. Morristown MN 55052 507-685-2288 Waconia 150 Facebook 233 S Olive St. Waconia MN 55387 952-442-5340 Zumbrota 183 No Website 940 Mill St Zumbrota MN 55992 No Phone Charles Cowden 184 Website 108 1st Ave SE Pine Island MN 55963 507-356-8991 Clifford Larson 189 No Website PO Box 186 Farmington MN 55024 612-327-8959 Ray Keenan 207 Facebook 319 Broadway St. Cleveland MN 56017 507-931-1837 Forest Lake 225 Website 355 W Broadway Forest Lake MN 55025 651-464-2600 Loftness-Bandow 226 No Website 31824 633rd Ave Gibbon MN 55335 507-834-6321 Scharmer-Berger 250 PO Box 451, Arlington MN 55307 No Phone Lafayette 300 No Website 591 5th St. Lafayette MN 56054 507-228-8318 C. Adams-R. Stierlen 311 Facebook 104 E Main St. Elysian MN 56028 507-267-4487 Ernest Gedig 314 No Website 106 Renville St. Winthrop MN 55396 507-647-2591 Edward Born 343 No Website PO Box 343 Norwood MN 55368 No Phone John Balfe 380 No Website 15166 Dodd Road Kilkenny MN 56052 No Phone Martin Krueger 407 Facebook 161 1st St N. Winsted MN 55395 320-485-4366 Green Isle 408 No Website 250 Parnell St. Green Isle MN 55338 No Phone Inver Grove Heights 424 No Website 6710 Cahill Ave. Inver Grove Heights MN 55076 651-451-5872 Manthey-Asmus 433 Facebook 329 Main Ave E. Gaylord MN 55334 507-237-9976 Prior Lake 447 Facebook 16306 Main Avenue Southeast, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA No Phone Ray Kirkpatrick 463 Facebook 161 1st Ave N. Lester Prairie MN 55354 320-485-4366 Amber Rude 481 No Website 821 2nd St N S. St Paul MN 55075 651-450-0031 Hesley Jensen 491 Website 263 3rd St N. Bayport MN 55003 651-439-5463 Woodbury 501 Website 8301 Valley Creek Road Woodbury MN 55125 703-851-5416 Kramer Berg 507 Facebook 319 Stillwater Rd. Willermie MN 55090 651-426-6598 Nicollet 510 Website 715 3rd St. Nicollet MN 56074 507-225-3850 North Mankato 518 Website 265 Belgrade Ave North Mankato MN 56003 507-625-1264 Challenger 521 No Website PO Box 18244 W St. Paul MN 55118 No Phone Chanhassen 580 Website 290 Lake Dr E. Chanhassen MN 55317 952-934-6677 Lonsdale 586 Facebook 115 2nd Ave NW Lonsdale MN 55046 507-744-2387 Daniel R. Olsen 594 Website PO Box 211488 Eagan MN 55121 651-497-0971 Bellechester 598 Facebook 101 Main St. Bellechester MN 55027 No Phone Lowell Stender 601 No Website 300 Broadway St E. New Germany MN 55367 952-657-2431 Hugo 620 Website 5383 140th St N. Hugo MN 55038 651-255-1432 Plato 641 No Website PO Box 164 Plato MN 55370 No Phone Dan Patch 643 Website 12375 Princeton Ave. Savage MN 55378 952-894-6940 Patrick Kopp 1700 No Website PO Box 1834 Burnsville MN 55337 763-258-3070 Apple Valley 1776 Website 14521 Granada Dr. Apple Valley MN 55124 952-431-1776 Victoria 1995 No Website 233 S Olive St. Waconia MN 55387 952-442-5340 Filter by County Filter by County View Interactive Map
- Commanders Project | MN Thundering Third
Learn about Linda Dvorak's project as Department of Minnesota American Legion's current commander. Find links and a QR code. Help Commander Linda Dvorak reach her goals: Her Commander's Project raises funds for the Minnesota Veterans Assistance Fund (Fund 85) and benches and pillars for the new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum at Camp Ripley. Out of the funds raise, 75% goes to Fund 85 and 25% to the museum. The Department Commander's Project each year is classified as Fund 82 under the Minnesota American Legion Foundation. The foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and can accept gambling funds. Learn More EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE Minnesota Department of American Legion Commander's Project
- Sons of the Legion | American Legion MN Thundering Third District
Find event ideas for your Sons of the American Legion Squadron. Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Menu Close Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation A List of Event Ideas for your Squadron Submit your Event to be listed on our website. Annual Events Hosting events at the same time each year helps ensure growth. It also empowers you to start advertising long in advance. Here's a short list of ideas for your squadron to try: Chili, Casserole or Soup Cook-Off Veteran's Day Breakfast (charge for non-Veterans) Breakfast with Santa Event Christmas Toy Drive or Drop Turkey & Ham Meat Raffle Turkey Bingo Golf Tournament Breakfast, Bingo & Bloody Mary's Bean Bag Tournament Membership Drive (party) Rib Cook-Off Dunk Tank & Grill Out Party Send us your Ideas Here's a few more ideas Contact local Boys Scout clubs, invite them to have meetings at your Post Invite school teams to volunteer at large events, take the opportunity to educate them on the importance of honoring & supporting Veterans Sell Raffle Tickets for large ticket items or cash Organize Benefits for members of your Legion Family who have fallen ill Gun Raffles Work with your local Golf Course, see if you can create a partnership to sell Golf Memberships and get a cut of the proceeds for your Unit Follow other Legions on Social Media and find out what they are doing Send us your Ideas Make a difference, become a member of the SAL. Find a Squadron . MN Third District Sons of the American Legion Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Created by Legion Social
- Sons of the Legion | American Legion MN Thundering Third District
Find the latest tips & tricks to beef up your Social Media game and start spreading the events and great works of your Sons of the American Legion squadron. Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Menu Close Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Submit your Event to be listed on our website. Facebook Tips & FAQ's Pages vs. Groups Facebook is one of the most powerful online tools to reach people and promote your events & membership. Does this mean you need to have a Facebook Page? What about a Facebook group? Here are out thoughts on the matter... Page vs. Group: Pages are public, Groups need to be joined. Knowing what your looking to accomplish is the key. Use GROUPS for communicating amongst your members and coordinating volunteer needs, etc. Create a PAGE if you want to actively involve the public and invite them to your events, meetings, and activities. Creating Events It is essential that you create an event on Facebook for each of your activities. Using events has built in automations that do things like: Alert followers or people in your area that "Legion XYZ created an event you might like" Allows followers to click interested or going to your event, which sends them auto-alerts as the date draws near Allows you to add Co-Hosts of the event, which can increase the reach dramatically! Creating a Facebook event is pretty simple, but here's a quick run down on the steps to take: Login and Click Events Click Create an Event Enter your information, location, time and ALL the details you have about the event (menu, schedule, tickets, etc.) Upload a graphic that looks really nice and eye catching (when possible, ensure it is not a photo taken of an event flyer) Invite your followers to the event (sometimes FB will only allow you to invite 50 at a time, so come back often until you've invited everyone) Add a Co-Host if there is one (please note you need to first Follow the Host on Facebook to add them to the event) Regularly post in the "Discussion" section of your event to get people excited. Use pictures of items, food, people, and talk about what will be at the event Send Those Invites! When you log into your Facebook page, click on the left-hand side to go into the Meta Business Suite. Scroll to the "Grow Your Audience" section. Click on the Send Invites button and Select to Send all invites. View Example How does this help? Well, for example, let's say one of your patrons shared your post about the upcoming Fish Fry. Her friend Sally liked the post and came to the fish fry. Now she gets an invite from you to follow/like your page and she does because she really enjoyed the fish and wants to know when it's happening again. Join Community Bulletin Boards & Groups Nearly every community has at least 1 Facebook bulletin board. Make sure to join as many as possible AND search out Legion specific groups or those related to regular activities (such as karaoke, bingo, fish fry, etc.) Tips for Posting on Boards You can share to your page and up to 3 groups at once using the Meta Business Suite (see example video ) Be mindful, don't over post. Once or Twice a week is definitely plenty. Plus, some boards have rules on business Posting (make sure to read the group rules) Add bolded text by Sharing from your event. This feature is only available when you click Share to Group (see example video ) Sharing the event you created to a group is more effective than just a graphic and text. Why? It allows people to click "interested" or "going" which means they get those automated reminders. Post Stories & Reels Stories are a quick way to be seen as they show up right at the top of the Facebook Feed. Use large text and minimal information in your graphics and add your link to the event or to your Facebook page for more info. Reels are a bit more challenging as they require videos. Videos can only be 60 seconds long. We recommend using actual footage from your event, during set up, etc. A strong example of how to use a Reel: Take a quick video of your silent auction items and post as a reel so people can see the fun items available! Adding music can also make all the difference! Follow your fellow Legion Family Posts! The more followers a page has, the more people see your content. Do your part to follow other American Legions. Make sure to: Follow the National, Department, and District Pages Search for Legions and Auxiliary Units in your state (and out of state) and follow them (you may even get some new ideas) Make a difference, become a member of the SAL. Find a Squadron . MN Third District Sons of the American Legion Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Created by Legion Social
- Northfield
Northfield Facebook Next Item Previous Item
- VA Wish List | MN Thundering Third District | American Legion
Find out what items the VA Hospitals in Minnesota are in need of and help organize donations or kids' activity bag packing. The MVMC Wish List Heart pillows and neck pillows. (Down to single #'s) Small items for kids' activities bags, such as: Crayons, Coloring Books, Small Toys, Notepads Sweatpants Sweatshirts Socks Underwear Slippers Shoes More Info For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. 2025 By Legion Social. Contact the Webmaster. Key Links MN ALA Website National Website Third District Social Media MN ALA National ALA For Veterans Third District ALA Facebook Get In Touch Committees Officers Minnesota Third District Who We Are Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Membership Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Programs Upcoming Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Media Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Resources 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Key Links Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Menu Close
- Officers | MN Thundering Third
Meet the leaders of the Hastings American Legion. Our Officers page lists the dedicated individuals guiding our mission to support veterans and serve our community. Our Leadership MN Third District American Legion Through strong leadership, we aim to create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of those who have served our country and the communities that support them. Meet our 2026-2027 Leadership! The Directory is below or you may Download the PDF if you prefer. JAMES ENTINGER Commander Post 95 Glencoe MN 55336 jentinger@yahoo.com 920-328-7512 NATE OLSON Adjutant Post 45 New Prague MN 56071 nocanby@gmail.com 612-804-6117 JOSEPH BARES Membership Director Post 3 Jordan MN 55352 jebares@yahoo.com 952-686-3311 BARRETT KIRCHENWITZ Finance Officer Post 594 Montrose MN 55363 bmk6712@yahoo.com 612-998-5033 DON PANKAKE Judge Advocate Post 96 Hutchinson MN 55350 pankake@hutchtel.net 612-280-7320 JOE TAPPAINER Chaplain Post 1776 Apple Valley MN 55124 jtappainer@frontier.com 612-770-5124 Open Historian Open Position N/A N/A MARK DOBLE Sgt-at Arms Post 594 Eagan, MN 55122 markdoble.legion@outlook.com 952-393-7609 AMY LARSEN Past 3rd District Commander Post 586 Lonsdale MN 55046 AmyLarsenLegion@gmail.com 612-306-4438 Vice Commander MN Third District American Legion TIM SWAN Post 96 Hutchinson MN 55350 timothyswan10@gmail.com 320-582-4712 NEIL HOADLEY Post 47 Hampton MN 55031 airrachet@gmail.com 651-703-6304 MARISSA LACOURT Post 54 Farmington MN 55024 marissa.lacourt@gmail.com 760-586-5136 WAYNE BEIERMAN Post 594 Eagan MN 55122 beierman66@gmail.com 651-497-0971 EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE EXPLORE OUR SITE
- Boys State | MN Thundering Third
The MN Third District American Legion is a proud advocate and sponsor of the Boys State program. Find out what Boys State is and how to register. Discover your potential, make a difference, and join the legacy of Boys State. What is Boys State? American Legion Boys State is a premier leadership and citizenship program designed to provide high school juniors with an immersive experience in the democratic process. Hosted annually, this week-long program offers young men the opportunity to learn about the structure and function of government by creating and running their own simulated state. Why Participate? Engage in Hands-On Learning: Experience the inner workings of government by assuming roles in various branches and levels of government. From city council to governor, participants engage in hands-on activities that mirror real-life political processes. Develop Leadership Skills: Develop critical leadership skills through practical experience, teamwork, and public speaking. Boys State encourages participants to take initiative, solve problems, and make informed decisions. Network with Peers: Form lasting friendships with fellow delegates from across the state. The shared experience of Boys State creates a network of peers who are passionate about leadership and service. Civic Engagement: Gain a deeper understanding of civic responsibilities and the importance of active participation in the democratic process. Boys State instills a sense of duty and the value of contributing to your community and country. Build Confidence: Gain a deeper understanding of citizenship and the democratic process, empowering them to make a difference in their communities. Program Highlights: Government Simulation: Participate in mock elections, legislative sessions, and judicial proceedings. Guest Speakers: Learn from experienced professionals, including elected officials, military personnel, and community leaders. Workshops and Seminars: Engage in interactive sessions covering topics such as leadership, ethics, and public service. Community Service: Take part in activities that promote civic responsibility and community involvement. How to Apply Eligible high school juniors interested in participating in Boys State should contact their local American Legion Post for more information on the application process and sponsorship opportunities. Selection is based on academic performance, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service. Find a Post Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.
- Eligibility | MN Thundering Third District | American Legion
Learn how you can become a member of The American Legion Auxiliary as a descedant of members and or those who have served. Join The American Legion Auxiliary today! Membership in The American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the: Grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion; and Grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who served in either of the following periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918 and any time after December 7, 1941 who, being a citizen of the United States at the time of their entry therein served on active duty in the Armed Forces of any of the governments associated with the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge; Grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who were in the Armed Forces of the United States during either of the following periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918; and any time after December 7, 1941 who served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge; and to those women who of their own right are eligible for membership in The American Legion. * Male spouses are now eligible to join the Auxiliary! * A woman who is eligible for American Legion membership is eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary regardless of whether or not she is a member of The American Legion. However, eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct descendants) and/or spouse depends upon her membership in The American Legion. Join Online Download a PDF Paper Application Form For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. Key Links MN ALA Website National Website Third District Social Media MN ALA National ALA For Veterans Third District ALA Facebook Get In Touch Committees Officers 2025 By Legion Social. Contact the Webmaster. Minnesota Third District Who We Are Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Membership Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Application Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Programs Upcoming Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Appreciation Luncheon Unit Events Media Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Resources 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List 2026 Standing Rules Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Key Links Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Menu Close
- John Balfe
John Balfe No Website Next Item Previous Item
- Rosemount
Rosemount Website Next Item Previous Item








