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

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. 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THe Sons of the American Legion of the Third District support the community and Veterans. They are comprised of Squadrons around Minnesota. 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 For God and Country Minnesota Third District Sons of the American Legion Proud possessors of a priceless heritage, we male descendants of veterans of all Wars, associate ourselves together as "Sons of The American Legion". Our Minnesota Third District is comprised of 38 squadrons across several counties. Event Ideas We've curated a list of events & activities to help you engage with the community, spread awareness, increase membership, and raise funds for veterans. Get Started Forms Find the forms you need to complete, plus membership resources to aid in recruitment efforts. Get Started District Events Multiple Dates Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum Grand Opening Fri, Sep 11 21702 Haven Rd Learn more Hero's Hub Grand Opening Sun, Sep 27 New Prague Park Ballroom Learn more Auxiliary Past President's Appreciation Luncheon Sun, Nov 08 Morristown American Legion Learn more Submit your Event to be listed on our website. Make a difference, become a member of the SAL. Find a squadron. Join the SAL To be eligible, you must be one of the following: The male descendant (includes stepsons and adopted sons) of a current member of The American Legion. The male descendant (stepsons and adopted sons included) of a veteran who served during World War I, or any period from December 7, 1941 to Today. Learn More Resources for your squadron! Social Media Tips Learn how you can make use of Social Media to tell the story of the Sons of the American Legion. Let your squadron be seen and heard online through social channels. Get Started Find a Squadron A full list of squadrons within the Minnesota Third District with location details and post number. Get Started Primary Officers Gregg Wilwert Commander Email Lloyd Schaeffer Vice Commander Email Tom Koch Vice Commander Email Glen Neville Vice Commander Email Kirby Olesen Vice Commander Email Bill Murphy Vice Commander Email Dave Arend Finance Officer Email Casey Lenort Historian / Chaplain Email James Swing Adjutant Email Dave Vulcan Sgt-at-Arms Email Dennis Bjork SAL 3rd District Membership Email Maryo Jo York District Advisor Email Duane Anderson District Advisor Email 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

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Learn about our commitment to supporting veterans, promoting patriotism, and fostering community service. See how our goals and values drive our efforts to make a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. " There is nothing nobler than risking your life for your country. " Mission The mission of the American Legion Minnesota Third District is to support veterans, their families, and our communities through dedicated service, advocacy, and programs that uphold the values of patriotism, honor, and sacrifice. We strive to provide resources, assistance, and a sense of belonging to those who have served our nation, ensuring their contributions are recognized and their needs are met. Find A 3rd District Post 4 Pillars In 1919, The American Legion was founded on four pillars: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth. Each of these pillars encompasses a variety of programs that benefit our nation's veterans, its servicemembers, their families, the youth of America and ordinary citizens. Vision Our vision is to create a united and thriving community where veterans are respected, empowered, and supported. We aim to be a leading advocate for veterans’ rights and well-being, fostering a network of camaraderie and mutual support. By engaging in meaningful initiatives and promoting civic responsibility, we envision a future where every veteran in the Third District experiences the honor and gratitude they deserve.

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Find resources to equip your Sons of the American Legion squadron to grow and connect further with the community and our veterans. 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 Resources for your Squadron Event Ideas We've curated a list of ideas to help you engage with the community and recruit more members, not to mention fundraising activities for your squadron. LEARN MORE Forms Find the latest forms on the Minnesota Detachment website. GET STARTED District Site Find more information and updates from around the district on the Minnesota Thundering Third District website! VISIT Social Media Tips Learn how to use social media to draw attention to your events, activities, contributions, and recruiting new members! LEARN MORE Submit your Event to be listed on our website. Do you have ideas to add to the website? Contact the Webmaster ! 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

Discover Hastings American Legion's dedicated page for veterans seeking the opportunity to heal and engage through outdoor adventures. Click here for a range of curated resources and opportunities! Stay Connected With Us On Social Media! Connect with the MN Thundering Third District! Social media is a powerful tool that helps us share news, events, and updates instantly with our members and communities. By following us on social media, you can stay informed about our latest activities, get involved in our initiatives, and connect with fellow veterans and supporters. Be sure to follow us on Facebook . and check out the Minnesota Department Page and National HQ. Find all the Department & National Links here . We also recommend that your Post have a Facebook page and update it regularly. Contact us if you need support in getting started or elevating your content. You will also find tools, images, brochures, and graphics on Legion.org. Click the link below. FIND MORE TOOLS Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Find resources and information on the annual American Legion Auxiliary Essay Contest. 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 Americanism Essay Contest The Americanism Essay Contest was created to teach students the value of patriotism and what it means to be Americans. Thousands of students participate in the program each year and help promote a lifelong respect of our flag and country. Students (grades 3 to 12) explore the fundamental rights and freedoms we enjoy today. Each year’s contest has a different theme; one student in each category per division is awarded a prize. There is a category for students with special needs. Current Essay Theme: “Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday and the Veterans who Fought for Our Freedom.” Contest Forms

Find a Post in the Minnesota Thundering Third District with our Interactive Google Map. Thundering Third District Click the Flags below to find the post location and website (if applicable.) If you'd rather view a list of Posts by number or County click the button below. FIND A POST Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country. Need to Update your Post Info? Email Us !

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

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