Veterans
- The American Legion was founded by veterans to help veterans after their discharge from military service. Within this pillar can be found American Legion services and programs, such as:
- Accredited Veteran Service Officers (VSO) (see Post Officers list) who can provide free VA benefits claims counseling and support services.
- Advocacy and stakeholder oversight of the VA health-care system, to include a voice at the Department (State) in Washington and throughout the States.
- GI Bill Education Benefits information. (Note the GI bill was first proposed by American Legion, which passed through Congress.
- Career Services, including a calendar of job fairs and other events as well as general guidance on veteran business ownership.
- Support and help for homeless veterans.
- Mentorship and help with Veterans Court.
- Food or clothing convoys to areas hit hard by storms.
- Honor Guard Services for funerals of honorably discharged veterans. Families typically contact the funeral homes, which will contact the Legion Post for availability.
- Support for veterans coping with Post Traumatic Syndrome Depression (PTSD).
- Assistance of elderly veterans and families needing emergency help.
- Visits with Veteran Homes and Hospice homes.