Welcome to the American Legion
Auxiliary Department of Oregon

Oregon is a part of the national organization of the American Legion Auxiliary, founded in 1919.  For almost a century the American Legion Auxiliary has been serving, helping, and meeting the needs of our nation’s veterans, military, and their families. As the Department of Oregon, we are MISSION DRIVEN. With the strength of our membership exceeding 5,000, we strive daily to help military families cope with the enormous effects of deployment and transition. We are passionate about our programs supporting youth development and encourage you to explore and engage!  ♥  JOIN & Follow us on Facebook

FEATURED NEWS

Unit Data Forms are due to Department by April 1st. Even if you are not changing your dues for 2022, this still needs to be emailed or mailed to Department. Form is available under Info Library/ Forms & Business Documents (above), then the Unit Forms tab.
 
Idaho is still leading us in the Western Division, with 77.42%, Oregon in 2nd with 74.89%. Utah and California are close behind and moving up fast. We are still leading Washington!!!!!  We have a new goal unit joining the group, Congratulations to Aurora Unit #110. Thank you for your dedication to membership!
 
The amazing Krisann Owens, District #9 is still holding the lead with 89.63%, The determined to take first place back, Maggie Lamont District #6 is hot on her tail with 82.27%. But watch out for the little Gregoria Hernandez District #2 moving up with an 82.24%. Krisann is 11 members away from being a goal district!!!
 

DEPARTMENT NEWS

 

National President Nicole’s visit has been cancelled due to Covid restrictions.
 
President Kathi’s Facebook page: American Legion Auxiliary Department of Oregon, President 2020-2021 – Check it out!
 
Department Hosting Blood and Food Drive Feb. 25; noon to 6pm.  Date has been changed from the 15th to the 25th  Contact Red Cross to reserve a spot!  Click here for more info: Blood Drive-2-15-21
 

Department President’s Project –  The Department President Kathy Karnowski has two very worthy projects this year for those of you wishing to help veterans.  DIVIDE CAMP, Joseph, Oregon.  This camp is a week-long experience for Post 9-11 combat veterans who bond with other veterans; unplug and reboot with nature.  Located in the Wallowas, the camp serves combat-wounded veterans by providing adventures such as hunting, fishing, riding ATVs, horse packs and equine therapy.

Camp_Divide_2020_Newsletter  click on this to read more about Camp Divide.

VETERANS LEGACY CAMP  ALMA in Veneta (outside of Eugene). This camp allows veterans to live on the grounds, learn skills and share a work ethic with others. They offer residential treatment, therapeutic agriculture, and integration of veterans back into society. You may send contributions to The American Legion Auxiliary, PO Box 1730, Wilsonville, OR 97070. Be sure to earmark your check for “ALA President’s Project”.

EVENTS

See the full event calendar

UNIT NEWS

Membership reports are under the News link (above) under the Membership tab

New 2020-21 Forms are available under Forms & Business Documents in the Info Library link above

New 2020-21 Bulletins and Questionnaires are available under the NEWS link above, go to the Bulletins tab

 

 

 

ALA Members Can Help in So Many Ways!

As you move your cursor over these programs, just click and learn more.

SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIPS
Girls STATE
CHILDREN and YOUTH
POPPY
SERVICE TO VETERANS

JOIN the American Legion Auxiliary

A Community of Volunteers Serving

Veterans, Military, and their Families

Join Today!