An all-volunteer fan organization with over 10,000 members in

more than 40 countries around the world, the 501st Legion is the world’s premiere costuming group!

Mission Goals:

To Promote Interest in Star Wars While a growing number of people are experiencing a reawakening of their Star Wars fandom, new generations are seeking ways to celebrate their passion for 's modern mythology. The 501st Legion brings these fans together, reinforcing the enduring longevity of the Star Wars saga.

The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm. ©2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & ™ All rights reserved. Used under authorization. To Facilitate the Use of Costumes

Some fans are content to collect action figures...other fans want to be action figures. Nothing professes your passion quite like building your own detailed costume replica of a classic Star Wars villain, and there's nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Star Wars into the real world and sharing the magic with others.

To Contribute

While our organization was founded to simply provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the 501st is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.

While we do not charge a fee for appearances (public or private), we welcome donations made to a charitable organization in the name of the 501st Legion. If you do not have a charity of choice, please ask the local 501st Public Relations Officer for their favorite cause.

The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm. ©2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & ™ All rights reserved. Used under authorization. Some of the organizations that we've proudly worked with include:

Walk Now For Autism Bucks County Library System Children & Youth Services Chester County Library System Children’s Miracle Network Lancaster County Library System Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Berks County Library System Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh West Virginia University Hospital Cure Kids Cancer St. Christopher’s Hospital Hershey Medical Center Temple Children’s Hospital Delaware County Library System Alfred I. DuPont Children’s Hospital Montgomery County Library System Alex’s Lemonade Stand Locks 4 Luv March of Dimes Juvenile Diabetes Association Barnes and Noble National Fight against Asthma Build – A - Bear Make-A-Wish Pottery Barn March of Dimes Janet Weiss Children’s Hospital St Jude Shriner’s Hospital of Philadelphia Muscular Dystrophy Association Lego Down syndrome Association DK Books Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Toys for Tots Buddy Walk Wounded Warrior Project Relay for Life Special Olympics Ronald McDonald House Salvation Army And many more…….

If your organization is looking for HIGHLY RECOGNIZABLE and FAMILY FRIENDLY entertainment, consider calling in the 501st Legion! The 501st Legion is divided into Garrisons in order to organize local events more effectively. GARRISON CARIDA proudly serves Central and Eastern Pennsylvania. For more information about the 501st Legion, please visit: www.501stgarrisoncarida.org or www.501st.com

Email Events Coordinator at [email protected]

Email Public Relations Officer at [email protected]

The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm. ©2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & ™ All rights reserved. Used under authorization.