CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAMS
The American Legion's portfolio programs have influenced millions of people over the years. Programs include competitive activities such as Legion Baseball, and H.S. Shooting Contest support; College scholarships, CItizenship Programs, Support for veteran and military children in need and local activities and programs for youth.
These include:
- American Legion H.S. Baseball.
- American Legion Junior Shooting Sports.
- Oratorical contests at Posts, District, Division, State and National competitions and scholarhips funds at each level.
- Boys State and Boys Nation.
- Girls State Support
- Holiday Events for children, e.g., Gold Star Families Christmas party Toys and Candy handouts.
- Flag Education Programs and events to include flag retirement ceremonies.
- Sponsorship of American Scouting.
- Veterans in the Classroom guest speaking.
- Junior Law Cadet Enforcement Program.
- Support and Sponsorship of Junior ROTC programs in local High Schools.
https://www.legion.org/publications#children_&_youth
Various American Legion Publications are available at the National American Legion website link.