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Youth Programs
Provides opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, good citizenship, and excel in various activities like baseball, shooting sports, and oratorical contests.

Community Programs
Offers programs supporting communities, veterans, and their families through financial aid, disaster relief, and comfort to wounded warriors.

Volunteering
Provides a platform for members to make a meaningful impact through volunteer opportunities supporting veterans, military families, and local communities.

Temporary Financial Assistance
Offers financial assistance to veterans and military families during times of need.

Operation Comfort Warriors
Provides comfort and support to wounded warriors during their recovery.

Homeless Veterans
Aids homeless veterans with resources and support to help them get back on their feet.

National Emergency Fund
Offers financial aid to families affected by natural disasters.

American Legion Riders
Engages motorcycle enthusiasts in supporting American Legion programs and activities.

Boys State / Boys Nation
Aims to inspire leadership, good citizenship, and excellence in America's future leaders through various programs.

Junior Shooting Sports
Promotes safety education and marksmanship skills for young individuals.

Oratorical Contest
Develops knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students through a public speaking competition.

Scholarships
Empowers academic excellence by providing scholarships to youth across the nation.

Scouting
Supports Scouting America in its mission to develop character and leadership skills in young people.

Youth Cadet Law Enforcement
Offers hands-on experiences and insights into law enforcement operations.

About
American Legion


Founded in
1946
EIN
34-6607482
IRS 501(C) Type
501(c)()
Category/Type
Veterans Services
Address
7400 CHIPPEWA RD BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141-2306 United States
Website
https://www.al196.com/
Phone
(440)-526-3777
Email address
About
American Legion Post 196 in Brecksville, OH, chartered in 1946, supports veterans, their families, and the local community. As part of the national American Legion, they are dedicated to mutual helpfulness, mentoring youth, promoting patriotism, and advocating for strong national security.
Mission
American Legion Post 196 is a patriotic veteran's organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. They are committed to mentoring youth, sponsoring programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and supporting fellow servicemembers and veterans.

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