Vol. 23 No. 6 THE AMERICAN LEGION NEWS ALERT Eagle Scout deadline American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year applications are due to department headquarters by March 1. Download a February 2013 A National Headquarters Publication nomination form: www.legion.org/ TROOP SUPPORT documents/legion/pdf/ eaglescoutnomform.pdf HOME American Legion birthday speech On March 15, Th e American Legion will celebrate its 94th FOR A birthday. Download a speech to use during your post’s celebratory events:

www.legion.org/ HERO publications/160981/ american-legion-birthday- Indiana posts, community speech members construct new life for Pictured left to right: Ralph Zoccolillo, Tim Senowski and his wounded warrior. wife, Bob Luenebrink and Slim Ketchum. Promote your post American Legion posts conduct By Cameran Richardson year-round activities to benefi t Legionnaires continually provide an and food for the family by asking many their communities, veterans and abundance of emotional and fi nancial support Indiana Legion posts to provide $100 each. their families. Posts are to their fellow veterans. And Army Infantry- “Th ere is camaraderie from serving and a encouraged to share their stories man Tim Senkowski of Anderson, Ind., who sense of always wanting to give to those who and photos of the good they do lost both his legs in October 2011 to an wore the uniform,” said Ralph “Zoc” Zocco- throughout the year on the improvised explosive device while serving in lillo, Indiana Blue Star Salute program redesigned Legiontown website. Afghanistan, is witnessing this unconditional chairman and member of Post 145. “Veterans Registration is free. generosity fi rsthand. fought for their country, and they still fi ght for www.legiontown.org Senkowski will soon have a new home to the people of their country.” accommodate his ongoing needs thanks to Th e Path Home also learned that Senkows- Homes for Hoosier Heroes, an initiative ki’s wife, who has the autoimmune disease 2013 Legacy Run launched by Th e Path Home — a nonprofi t lupus, and his two children, one with autism, planning under way outreach organization founded by Indiana were living in his parents’ house while his Riders participating in the eighth Legionnaires Bob Luenebrink and Frank parents moved in to the garage. Not only was annual American Legion Legacy Parks that gives free home-related assistance the family living in a confi ned space, the home Run will depart from Wayne to veterans and their families. was not wheelchair accessible for Senkowski. Post 64 in Indianapolis Aug. 18 “Building this home for Tim Senkowski is “So we decided we were going to build a and will fi nish Aug. 22 in just one year of our work at Th e Path Home, permanent home for them, and the plans to do Houston — host city of the 95th but Tim will live with the sacrifi ces that he has so took off when we created the program National Convention. National made for our country for the rest of his life,” Homes for Hoosier Heroes,” Luenebrink said. Commander Jim E. Koutz will said Luenebrink, a member of American “I deeply appreciate everything they are accompany Riders throughout Legion Post 145 in Avon, Ind. “It is the least we doing for us,” Senkowski said. “It’s not only the 1,400-mile journey. can do for all he has done for our freedom.” giving us a house, it’s giving us a home. Th is For registration and route Th e Path Home received word about will be the fi rst stable thing my wife and I have details, visit: Senkowski’s condition from his mother when ever had.” www.legion.org/riders she called seeking assistance in getting his Th e Senkowskis’ home will be built in “Like” Legion Riders Facebook wife and two young sons to and from Walter Anderson, Ind., on a six-acre plot. Th e page: www.facebook.com/ Reed Army Medical Center where Senkowski property owner provided a discount due to pages/national-american- was undergoing treatment. Th e Path Home legion-riders/159688017493013 raised $2,700 to cover transportation, housing See Hero on Page 6 2

COMMANDER’S MESSAGE A wall of war heroes I recently had an When I visited Post 422, each member FUNDRAISING PROGRAM opportunity to visit a greeted me dressed in a suit and tie, and I newly chartered post at watched them post colors and conduct their Grasslands Estates, an monthly meeting by the book. Th e men are OCW goal: independent senior living full of energy and have a new lease on life, and facility in Wichita, Kan., I know for certain it’s because they are now a $500,000 and the home of Grass- part of Th e American Legion Family. Th e Th e American Legion lands Estate American members’ unending energy keeps them active Operation Comfort Warriors Legion Post 422. My visit in the community by attending Legion state (OCW) program is dedicated reminded me that we conferences, hosting fundraisers and sponsor- to meeting the needs of cannot forget the many ing young men to Kansas Boys State. wounded, injured or ill James E. Koutz prospective Legion Th e Wichita community and Grasslands military personnel by provid- National Commander members at nursing homes Estates administration also are proud of the ing them with comfort items. and retirement centers where a large number veterans’ ambition to charter a Legion post. OCW ensures that patients at of our aging veterans reside. To show their support, nearly 100 people U.S. military hospitals and In December 2011, Department of Kansas attended Post 422’s fi rst meeting where they warrior transition units are Commander Paul Sanford visited Grasslands were presented their charter from Sanford. given items such as exercise Estates to speak about Pearl Harbor Day. Attendees included local Legionnaires, Legion equipment, rehabilitation gear, When Sanford walked inside, he saw a “Wall Riders, state and district offi cers, news books, DVDs and more. OCW of War Heroes” that featured photographs and reporters and family members. also provides larger items such biographies of 40 veterans living in the Grasslands Estates Legion Post 422 is a as ping pong tables, entertain- independent senior living center. Aft er his great example of the number of veterans still ment centers, computers, speech, nearly 20 of them asked if they could waiting to become part of the Legion. I kayaks and other recreational join Th e American Legion. encourage you to visit your local senior living goods for use by wounded Sanford could have easily located a nearby facility or nursing home because they too may warriors in common areas. post for them to join, but instead he saw an have their own heroes waiting to join. National Commander Jim opportunity for the veterans to become a part Koutz has made OCW his of something that they personally created. As primary fundraising program a result, Grasslands Estates Post 422 was during his tenure. His goal is chartered in January 2012. And with Sanford’s to raise $500,000. All dona- guidance, Post 422 members set dues, elected tions made go directly toward post offi cers and became the only post in the the purchase of these comfort state of Kansas to have all members living items. under one roof. To donate: www.legion.org/ocw

MEMBERSHIP Recruiters to be honored with ‘Every Day Is Veterans Day’ pin During the 2012-2013 joining for the 2013 membership year who national membership staff will confi rm membership year, was not a member of Th e American the names and mail the pin directly to the National Commander Legion during the 2012 membership year. person who earned it. Commander Jim Koutz will award his Each member listed must be eligible for Koutz’s “Every Day Is Veterans Day” pin national commander pin membership in Th e American Legion. incentive program will end June 30, or to any Legion Family Forward names of SAL members or when supplies are exhausted. member who obtains a minimum of three Auxiliary members to your detachment or Also, Legionnaires who recruit one headquarters post transfers, and also unit for use in their respective incentive new member from each eligible war obtains an additional combination programs. period will receive a certifi cate. of 10 new members, renewals and To maintain the integrity of the headquarters post transfers to equal a national commander’s pin program, only combined number of 13. one pin will be awarded per individual. www.legion.org/documents/pdf/ A new member is any eligible person Upon receipt of the certifi cation form, lucky13pinincentive.pdf www.legion.org/dispatch 3

NATIONAL ADJUTANT’S MESSAGE Vietnam veterans rest in honor Nearly 2,600 Michigan Vietnam War veterans’ gravesites are properly accounted for thanks to two Legion Riders.

By Daniel S. Wheeler Over the past few years, Th e American Legion has been disheartened by the improper handling of thousands of veter- ans’ remains and by unmarked gravesites at some of our country’s most sacred cemeteries. Th ese cemeteries represent the sacrifi ces our servicemembers made to protect and defend our nation. Two Legion Riders have taken this sentiment to heart, making it their mission to locate the gravesites of nearly 2,600 Michigan veterans killed in the Vietnam War. In doing this, they created biographical books that provide viewers with a more intimate understanding of the war’s local impact. Th e husband-and-wife team, Charlie Babcock, a member of Harry Ollrich American Legion Post 4 in Mt. Clemens, Mich., and his wife, Ruth, took their mission a step further by ensuring the gravesites they came in contact with were in repair and had proper headstones. Th e Babcocks’ mission is another testament to how much our members care for their brothers and sisters. Whether by motorcycle or RV, the Babcocks traveled throughout Michigan, around the country and Canada to locate gravesites of the Michigan veterans. Th ey registered each veteran’s gravesite by taking a picture of the headstone and writing down his or her name and military service. And during their search, they came upon many unmarked gravesites and took it upon themselves to locate and contact the veteran’s relatives to get permission to order and place a U.S. government- American Legion fi le photo issued marker on the gravesite. And whenever the Babcocks visited a cemetery where a as family and ensure the heroes rest in honor. Michigan Vietnam veteran was buried, they made sure the Th e impact of the Babcocks’ eff orts can be viewed in the eight veterans name was put on a list to have an American fl ag placed biographical books that they helped create. Th e books are fi lled on the gravesite every Memorial Day. with photos, burial information and stories from family and It is an honor to know that while the Babcocks have never met friends of the Michigan Vietnam veterans, and currently many of the 2,600 Michigan Vietnam veterans, they view them accompany the Michigan Vietnam Traveling Memorial.

Correspondence and letters to the editor: EDITOR What’s online The American Legion Dispatch Cameran Richardson P.O. Box 1055 CONTRIBUTORS Leadership Q&A: What Indianapolis, IN 46206 Andy Romey fundraising eff orts is Eldon Lindsay Published monthly. your post conducting to Subscriptions/Customer Service: Matt Grills Printed by HNE Printers, Columbus, Ind. sponsor young men to (317) 630-1221 Jeff Stoff er All American Legion publications are entitled and encouraged to Boys State? Email: [email protected] Henry Howard www.legion.org/ reproduce all staff -written stories within, but please credit Dispatch as the source. Fax: (317) 630-1280 DESIGNER dispatch Jason Reed A proud member of The National American Legion Press Association. Online: www.legion.org/dispatch 4 MEMBERSHIP ASK A SERVICE OFFICER Train the trainer Changes to report with LEAD program Q. Will my benefi ts stop if I don’t fi le an annual report? A. Th e American Th e Department of Veterans Aff airs (VA) no longer Legion’s eff ectiveness requires you to complete an annual Eligibility Verifi cation Report (EVR) form to maintain your benefi ts. Even though in lobbying, conduct- Tracy L. Davis VA is no longer sending an EVR form, you are still ing programs and Department Service Offi cer, Missouri responsible for notifying VA of annual changes in earnings, providing services medical expenses and dependents. starts at the post level. And that’s why it’s Earning changes to report on VA form 21-4138: critical Legionnaires at „ Interest or dividend payments from stocks, bonds or savings; theth post level have the „ Retirement pension payments or other retirement income; trainingtrain necessary to carry „ Inherited money or property; out the Legion’s mission. Th e „ Rental income; newly rolled out Leadership Education and „ Income changes; and Development (LEAD) program was devised „ State or federal benefi ts. specifi cally to facilitate that training. Medical expense changes to report on VA form 21P-8416: LEAD, a one-day, eight-hour training „ Increase or decrease in out-of-pocket unreimbursed medical expenses. session, provides instructions to department, Th ese include doctor visits, pharmacy co-pays and medical insurance county, district and post members. premiums. “Th e training is everything from post Dependent changes to report on VA form 21-686c: operations to running programs, and it is „ You divorce or separate from your spouse; geared toward ‘training the trainer’ so the „ You get married; information can be taken to the post level „ You lose a dependent; within the department,” said David Elmore, „ Spouse gets a job or loses a job; assistant director of the Legion’s Internal „ Spouse has changes in medical bills; Aff airs Division and the LEAD coordinator. „ Your child is between age 18 to 23 and gets married or is no longer in “We’re not just providing information, we’re school; showing how to actually use it.” „ You conceive or adopt a child. Th ere are 24 classes available through the Locate all three VA forms here: www.va.gov/vaforms program; departments can choose from any Do you have a claims question? Email it to: [email protected] combination that totals at least eight hours of instruction. Th e training sessions cover every aspect of Th e American Legion, and sessions can be tailored to meet the needs of the TAPS individual department. Richard W. Crouse More than 16 Legion departments have Johnson City, N.Y. undergone or scheduled LEAD training. Texas Richard W. Crouse of Post 89 (Department of New York) passed away Jan. 17 at 87. He was a World War II recently had more than 220 participants in the Navy veteran. Mr. Crouse served as National Foreign Relations Council vice chairman from 1976 to 1979, National Military Aff airs Committee member from 1983 to 1990, National Merchant Marine Committee training. member from 2011 to 2012, National Security Commission member from 1990 to 2010, and National “We feel that by teaching the members Homeland Security Council vice chairman from 1979 to 1983. more about the organization and our pro- grams, it’s a win-win for both,” Department of Delmo V. Pizzati Texas Adjutant Bill West said. “We get a more San Antonio informed member, and the members get Delmo V. Pizzati of Post 3 (Department of Mexico) passed away Nov. 15, 2012, at 90. He was a World War II valuable information to bring back to their Army veteran. Mr. Pizzati served as department commander from 1993 to 1994, and National Executive posts to help their individual posts develop Committee alternate member from 1994 to 1996. new programs or improve current programs.”

To schedule a LEAD session or for more Burton E. Tiemersma information: Whiting, Ind. Dave Elmore: [email protected] Burton E. Tiemersma of Post 80 (Department of Indiana) passed away Nov. 26, 2012, at 80. He was a Matt Herndon: [email protected] Korean War Navy veteran. Mr. Tiemersma served as department vice commander from 2001 to 2002, and National Distinguished Guests Committee vice chairman from 1993 to 2010. (317) 630-1330 www.legion.org/dispatch 5

VETERANS BENEFITS VA, DoD upgrade eBenefi ts website Th e Departments of Veterans Aff airs and Defense have improved the functionality of their joint self-service website: eBenefi ts. eBenefi ts provides its current two million registered users with secure online information and access to a variety of military and veterans benefi ts resources. WHY I LOVE MY POST Th e latest release, eBenefi ts 4.3, provides easier navigation of its online disability compensation A heart-fi lled post claim submission process by using interview-style questions and American Legion Post 40 in Chino Valley, Ariz., is not the most fi nancially secure or the drop-down menus. It also pre-pop- largest post in the area, and we do not have award-winning units that excel above other ulates the application with infor- local posts. What we do have is a heart. mation from a veteran’s record in In 2012, with only 20 active post members, we assisted many veterans in need. One was a VA’s secure database. Veterans can young veteran on medical discharge who came to our post asking for help in paying his view processing times for each electricity bill to keep the house warm for his wife and three children. He is a proud man phase of their claim. and was almost in tears having to ask for help. Post 40 members in attendance reached into Other improvements include a their pockets and sent him home with nearly $100; more money than he asked for. Th e tool for determining if a veteran is family was eventually forced to move from their home, yet once again our members came eligible for Vocational Rehabilita- forward. We located aff ordable housing for the family and a few Legion Family members tion and Employment benefi ts, and donated furniture. a calculator for military reservists Post 40 also ensured returning veterans and their families had a nice Christmas by to determine retirement benefi ts. donating $450 and four bicycles to a local vet center. Also, a search function identifi es a To be a member of American Legion Post 40 means more than stopping in occasionally claimant’s appointed veterans to swap stories with other members, or to attend an occasional meeting. While we certainly service representative with links to encourage members to do so, it takes more than a passive interest to be a Legionnaire — it Google Maps indicating his or her takes being active and making things happen, especially in diffi cult circumstances. offi ce location. Murrell Worth, Post 40 adjutant – Additionally, eBenefi ts allows veterans and servicemembers to Tell us why you love your post. Submit story and photos to: [email protected] access records such as Post-9/11 GI Bill enrollment status, VA payment history and DoD TRICARE health insurance status. Did you know? To access eBenefi ts’ free service, veterans and servicemembers must Th e American Legion National Emergency Fund has granted more than $300,000 to Legion Family members aff ected by Superstorm Sandy. obtain a DoD Self-Service Logon. Th is may be obtained in person at a www.legion.org/emergency VA Regiona l Offi ce, DoD ID Card Since Jan. 1, 370 American Legion-represented appeals have? reached a disposition station or online: by the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. ?

Nearly 750 American Legion Baseball teams have registered for the 2013 season. www.ebenefi ts.va.gov/ www.legion.org/baseball ? ebenefi ts-portal/ebenefi ts.portal 6

From Hero on Page 1 Tim being a veteran, and Homes for Hoosier Heroes is paying the remain- ing $55,000 balance by conducting fundraising eff orts in partnership with Indiana organizations. “We always talk about how we are going to take care of DATELINE: CAPITOL HILL veterans when they come home, and the fundraising eff orts for the Sen- kowski family home is a perfect Legion-supported bills introduced example of how a community is doing During the opening weeks of the 113th Congress, a number of just that,” Luenebrink said. American Legion-favored bills were introduced in both congressional Th e organizations, including Legion chambers. Th ese measures include: posts, Blue Star Salute program, Ricker H.R. 32, the Military Surviving Spouses Equity Act. Th e measure Oil Company, Briljent Corporation, would “repeal the requirement for reduction of survivor annuities Central Indiana Building Construc- under the Survivor Benefi t Plan for military surviving spouses to off set tion Trade (CIBCT) and Veterans of the receipt of veterans dependency and indemnity compensation.” Kenneth F. Governor Foreign Wars, “are making it possible H.R. 303, the Retired Pay Restoration Act. Th e measure would for Th e Path Home and Homes for Chairman, National Legislative Commission “permit additional retired members of the Armed Forces, who have a Hoosier Heroes to build Senkowski service-connected disability, to receive both disability compensation and his family a new life,” Parks said. from the Department of Veterans Aff airs for their disability and either retired pay by Ricker Oil, a family-owned business reason of their years of military service or Combat-Related Special Compensation. in Anderson, raised and donated And it would eliminate the phase-in period under current law with respect to such $20,000, and CIBCT — a council concurrent receipt.” group of 18 union construction craft s H.R. 333, the Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act. Th e measure would “permit — is providing free material and labor. retired members of the Armed Forces, who have a service-connected disability rated As a Blue Star Salute sponsor, the less than 50 percent, to receive concurrent payment of both retired pay and veterans’ CIBCT council heard about Senkowski disability compensation. It would eliminate the phase-in period for concurrent through Zoccolillo. “We were all on receipt, and it would extend eligibility for concurrent receipt to chapter 61 disability board for building the home,” said retirees with less than 20 years of service.” Michael Brooks, a member of CIBCT. “A lot of our members are veterans, or Additional legislation introduced includes: have family members currently serving, and there’s no wrong time to Stolen Valor Act do the right thing and this is the right On Jan. 15, U.S. House Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nev., introduced H.R. 258, the Stolen thing to help this family out.” Valor Act of 2013. And on Feb. 4, Sen. Dean Heller, R-Nev., and Sen. Jon Tester, Employees of Briljent Corp., raised D-Mont., introduced a companion bill in the U.S. Senate. Th e Stolen Valor Act of 2013 $3,000 by hosting Crockpot luncheons, would enhance current federal legislation that punishes those who falsely represent an eff ort led by Keith Hubbard, themselves as decorated military heroes. A provision in the proposed law would Briljent’s sole proprietorship manager authorize criminal prosecution of those who lie about being awarded certain medals and a member of Post 86 in Alexan- and decorations in order to gain veterans benefi ts. dria, Ind. Briljent management even Th e medals and decorations defi ned in the existing Stolen Valor Act include the matched the employees’ donations. Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, Air Force Cross, Silver Star and Purple Heart. Th e “Th e Crockpot luncheon is an example proposed Stolen Valor Act of 2013 adds the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Combat of how one American Legion member Action Badge, Combat Medical Badge, Combat Action Ribbon and Combat Action can lead outside of the post and get the Medal. community to support our returning veterans,” Luenebrink said. “Th e Flag protection Legion leads the way in doing things On Jan. 23, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson, R-Mo., introduced House Joint Resolution (H.J. for their family, and that’s why we are Res.) 19, a bill proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that called Th e American Legion Family.” gives Congress power to prohibit the physical desecration of the American fl ag. Th e Legion has supported similar legislation since 1990, and has led eff orts for passage of www.thepathhome.net a constitutional amendment to protect the fl ag. American Legion Family members are encouraged to contact their House mem- bers and ask them to become co-sponsors of H.J. Res. 19. A Senate companion bill has not yet been introduced. www.legion.org/dispatch 7 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AND AWARDS BIG TWELVE COMPETITION DISTRICT LEADERS Th e Big Twelve Competition recognizes REWARDED FOR POST VISITS departments that meet or exceed their pledged membership goal percentage by the March target Th e District Commander Post Visitation Award is date. Th e percentage does not include members an incentive for personal visits to posts by district gained through DMS. commanders and vice commanders. Personal contact at this level sets the example for post membership workers to make Th e competition is broken down into six categories. the personal contacts necessary for a successful membership Th e winner in each category will be reimbursed for program. computer equipment purchases of up to $2,000, while the runners-up in each category will be Criteria. Th e district commander and/or vice commanders must reimbursed for computer equipment purchases of visit each post in the district during their year. For districts with up to $1,000. more than 30 posts, the district vice commanders can assist in Th e six categories in the Big Twelve making visits, but the district commander must visit at least 30 Competition are: of the posts personally. „ Category I – departments of 100,000 or more members Certifi cation. A list of posts in each district can be obtained „ Category II – departments of 70,000- 99,999 with the assistance of department headquarters. At the comple- members tion of the 100 percent visit requirement, the district command- „ Category III – departments of 40,0000- 69,999 er will send the completed spreadsheet to the department, members which will forward it to National Headquarters by Aug. 2. „ Category IV – departments of 25,000-39,999 members „ Category V – departments of 10,000-24,999 members Awards. „ Category VI – departments of 9,999 or less members „ Category 1 (up to 20 posts), $100 „ Category 2 (21 to 35 posts), $200 Read more about the Big Twelve Competition by „ Category 3 (36 to 50 posts), $300 downloading the online National Membership Points Award „ Category 4 (51 to 65 posts), $400 Manual publication located under Internal Aff airs. „ Category 5 (65 or more posts), $500

www.legion.org/publications www.legion.org/commander/districtpost POST EXCELLENCE AWARD CONTINUES Th e Post Excellence Award program honors posts that show Network or Operation Comfort Warriors), that involves excellence in membership participation, youth activities, members of the Legion, Auxiliary or SAL outside the community service, and support to veterans and U.S. troops. post. A monetary donation may only be one part of a project. Criteria. „ Membership. Post membership must be at least one Certifi cation. District commanders must certify posts as member more than the previous year. A post offi cer must having fulfi lled the four specifi ed criteria and submit a list of attend district meetings. the post’s name, number, address and commander’s name to „ Youth activities. Th e post must sponsor and actively department headquarters. If possible, accompany copies of participate in at least one primary youth program: Boys press releases submitted to local media that raise awareness for State, Legion Baseball, the Oratorical Contest, Boy Scouts of America or Junior Shooting Sports. the projects and enhance the Legion’s public image. „ Community service. Th e post must organize a commu- nity service project that involves members of the Legion, Awards. Each qualifying post, as well as district commanders Auxiliary or Sons of Th e American Legion. A monetary whose districts have at least 50 percent of posts reach certifi ca- donation may only be one part of a project. tion, will receive a certifi cate of recognition. „ Service to troops or veterans. Th e post must organize a project supporting troops or veterans (e.g., Family Support www.legion.org/commander/postexcellence THE AMERICAN LEGION Non-Profi t Organization P.O. BOX 1055 z INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46206 U.S. POSTAGE PAID THE AMERICAN LEGION

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WHAT’S INSIDE FEATURE STORY: POSTS HELP BUILD HOME FOR WOUNDED WARRIOR Page 1 Commander’s Message: A wall of war heroes Page 2 Adjutant’s Message: Vietnam veterans rest in honor Page 3 Ask A Service Offi cer: Changes to report annually to VA Page 4 Veterans Benefi ts: VA, DoD upgrade eBenefi ts website Page 5 Membership Incentives and Awards Page 7

MEMBERSHIP AND POST ACTIVITIES PLANNER Revitalization grows the Legion MARCH 1 Eagle Scout of the Year A revitalization eff ort consists of applications due to American Legion national staff members department headquarters teaming up with department, district and post Legionnaires to re-energize and 13 90 percent membership target breathe life back into a post whose date membership has declined. Revitalization is also a way for Th e American Legion to 15 Legion’s 94th birthday reassert itself into the local community. 25 Department Oratorical winners A revitalization process starts with due to National Headquarters departments determining a need and contacting National Headquarters. From APRIL there, national staff members help locate a site to conduct the revtialization, identify 1 Eagle Scout of the Year volunteers, send press releases, provide applications due to National membership and recruiting materials, and Headquarters more. 15 Legacy Scholarship Read revitalization success stories: applications due to National www.legion.org/membership/success Headquarters

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