American Legion
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
THE AMERICAN LEGION IS AN ORGANIZATION OF VETERANS PROVIDING SUPPORT AND EDUCATION TO VETERANS FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY. AMERICANISM FLAG EDUCATION PATRIOTISM AND CARE OF OUR WOUNDED ELDERLY HOMELESS AND CHILDREN ARE SOME OF OUR GOALS.
- Income
- $244,900
- Spending
- $198,654
- Employees
- 9
- Volunteers
- 0
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Governance
This return does not answer enough of the governance questions to score.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- Donations made to American Legion state and national programs support a wide range of initiatives benefiting veterans active-duty military personnel and their families. These programs encompass educational scholarships mental health services housing assistance job training and advocacy efforts to ensure veterans receive the care and support they deserve. Your contributions directly impact the lives of those who have served our country and help to honor their sacrifice and service.
- Our organization provides vital support to community organizations through financial donations. These donations are essential for the sustainability of local nonprofits enabling them to carry out their missions effectively. By contributing funds to these organizations we help them address crucial community needs such as education healthcare social services and environmental conservation. This assistance plays a significant role in improving the overall well-being and quality of life for individuals and families in the communities they serve.
- Our nonprofit provides direct support for healthcare services in Illinois ensuring access to essential medical care for underserved communities. Through partnerships with healthcare providers we offer financial assistance for medical treatment prescription medications and medical supplies. Our programs aim to improve health outcomes and quality of life for individuals facing barriers to healthcare access in Illinois.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(19) veterans' organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Worth knowing.
Not individually listed by the IRS as eligible, which is usual for local chapters covered by a parent organization's exemption. The master file records contributions to it as deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 1953.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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