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Kirk Thurston
Department of Maine Commander's Project
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103rd National Convention
Milwaukee, WI
August 26 - September 1, 2022
2022 National Convention Reservation/Registration/Banquet Form
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Convention Resources
American Legion Be the One Campaign
Today, the #1 issue facing those who served is veteran suicide. According to the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report. 17 veterans still die by suicide each day, or more than 6,000 each year. Rate of suicide for veterans is more than 50% higher than that of non-veteran adults.
The American Legion is activating a national platform to end veteran suicide. - The
Be the One campaign
will: Destigmatize asking for mental health support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need; Provide peer-to-peer support and resources in local communities; Deploy FDA-approved therapeutics for veterans to identify issues and find resources for support.
What To Know...
The American Legion, Department of Maine
2021-22 Membership Plan
THE AMERICAN LEGION
NATIONAL COMMANDER PAUL E. DILLARD
Paul E. Dillard was elected National Commander of The American Legion on Sept. 2, 2021, during the organization's 102nd National Convention in Phoenix, AZ. His theme as national commander is "No Veteran Left Behind." To learn more about Paul E. Dillard, click here or visit www.legion.org .
About National Commander Dillard's Pin Incentive Program and Form
About National Commander Dillard's Honor Ribbon Program and Form
About National Commander Dillard's 103 Percent Membership Pin Incentive Program and Form
A Complete Overview of MyLegion.org
Includes New Updated Instructions/Information on
How to Register an Account, Manage Groups, Process Membership, View Reports, and More!
Download a copy to learn more! (Available in PDF or PPTX format)
A Complete Overview of MyLegion.org - PDF format
A Complete Overview of MyLegion.org - Powerpoint (PPTX Format)
Note: The last Tuesday of each month American Legion National Headquarters staff will present 60 to 90-minute sessions on topics aimed at post commanders and adjutants. Each session will be recorded and made available for later viewing. Please visit
Training Tuesdays
for the next scheduled training session.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
For updated information on the Coronavirus in Maine, please visit
Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Important Dates
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The Department of Maine Centennial Coins can be purchased online, or by calling the Department directly at
207-873-3229
. The coins are $10 each plus $5 shipping/handing. Coins are also available for free pick up at Department for $10 each. To purchase your coin, click on the Buy Maine Centennial Coin button below.
PLEASE ORDER YOUR COIN TODAY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance Program (VEFAP)
American Legion and Easterseals Maine Partner to
Distribute Veterans' Emergency Financial Assistance
Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance Program (VEFAP) Application Packet
For Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance, please fill out the above application and submit via email to
www[dot]eileen[at]mainelegion[dot]org
or
paul[at]mainelegion[dot]org
or mail to: The American Legion, Department of Maine, 5 Verti Drive, Winslow, Maine 04901-0727
