American Legion Families

We strengthen the nation. We honor all who serve.

Discover the perfect volunteer opportunities tailored to your interests. The American Legion passionately backs its community through a myriad of avenues, whether by directly engaging in the Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service program, forging connections with nearby National Guard and reserve units, or extending a helping hand to local charities like Habitat for Humanity and the Red Cross. Additionally, the Legion dedicates itself to nurturing youth through various programs and activities, including but not limited to American Legion Baseball, Jr. Shooting Sports, Oratorical competitions, and Boys and Girls State.

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  • Legion Veterans

    The American Legion supports veterans, families, and communities through service, patriotism, and a commitment to honoring those who served.

    Veteran pilot standing at the tail gun of a B17.
    Legion Veterans
  • American Legion Auxiliary

    ALA members are continuously at work in their communities, demonstrating the compassion and heart we have for those who serve our country and protect our freedoms.

    Air Force service member poses with family for group photo.
    American Legion Auxiliary
  • Sons of the American Legion

    Founded in 1932, Sons of the American Legion exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires. SAL members include males of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the U.S.…

    Teenage son attending an outdoor get ceremony.
    Sons of the American Legion
  • American Legion Riders

    American Legion Riders chapters are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children's hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded servicemembers and…

    American Legion Riders
  • Marine Corps League​ David Murnighan Detachment 161

    Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine  Corps, banding together…

  • American Legion Junior Auxiliary

    Junior Auxiliary membership is open to children from infancy through age 17. The Junior Activities program prepares our young people to become active adult members of the organization by providing…

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    American Legion Junior Auxiliary

Membership Eligibility

The applicant must have served at least one day of active military duty during one of the dates below and have been honorably discharged or are still serving honorably.

New and transferring members can use their DD-214 or other discharge papers, Michigan Driver’s License with the VETERAN endorsement as well as a military retiree card.  Active duty can use their military ID as proof of military service.

  • December 7, 1941 to Present
  • April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918  (World War I)

Transfers

Veterans applying for transfers from your current Post to our Post must submit the  following:

  • Completed Transfer Application (Member Data Form)
  • Copy of your DD214 or Discharge papers
  • Membership dues payment, if current year dues are not paid. If current dues are paid, please pay dues for next year’s membership.
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