October 2020 eNews & eBulletin |
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Help the ALA by serving on one of these new national committees
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Two special committees were appointed at the virtual National Executive Committee meeting in August. The committees are Inclusion & Diversity Special Committee and the National Code of Ethical Conduct Review Committee.
Both committees are seeking American Legion Auxiliary members who can expect to serve until at least the 2021 ALA National Convention, who like working as part of a team, and have good listening skills and respect for differing opinions.
These new committees may meet as often as weekly via videoconferencing, so technology skills and reliable internet are musts.
For the National Code of Ethical Conduct Review Committee, detail-oriented people with knowledge of grammar and sentence structure are being sought. If you like word problems, debating the meaning of a word, and appreciate how one word can change the meaning of a sentence, this is the committee for you! If you have experience in law or parliamentary procedure, that’s even better!
Never served on an ALA national committee? Now is the time! Apply by Dec. 31, 2020, and help make a tremendous impact on the future of our organization.
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Trick or treat! Hand out ALA Halloween coloring books this year
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An ALA Halloween coloring book is now available for purchase or to download! It provides a fun way for children to learn about safe Halloween practices. The books are available from Emblem Sales starting at 30 cents each, with special pricing also available, making them ideal to give to kids in your community. Order or download today!
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Training opportunities continue to grow with ALA Academy Live
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The ALA is hosting several virtual trainings this fall. Take advantage of these FREE member benefits!
In this FREE virtual panel, you will learn how to apply for grants for things such as a local Veterans Creative Arts Festival or promoting the Auxiliary while working the mission. The virtual panel will be hosted twice:
- Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. ET
- Nov. 2 at 9 p.m. ET
Spaces are limited. Register for this FREE member benefit today.
Back by popular demand: Mission Delivery – Basic Training
This highly sought-after course is on the October schedule again! An introduction to our traditional, face-to-face Mission Training, this virtual Live course will combine many elements from Mission Training 101 and 201.
During this hour-long webinar, you’ll learn how to discover the mission needs in your own community and think differently about how we get others to join us in this service.
Topics covered:
- How to identify needs in your community
- Where to discover the most effective tools
- Finding opportunities in obstacles
Session date: Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. ET
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If only donating could be stress free and easy to budget for... Oh wait, it is!
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Giving monthly to the ALA is simple and supports veterans, military, and their families. Large one-time donations are hard to budget for and can be harsh on one's bank account. However, donating monthly ensures that the same amount is automatically donated at the same time each month. That way, you always know when to expect it and how much to budget for. Positively impacting our nation’s heroes for less stress - what’s stopping you?
Click here to start your monthly gift to the ALA. One hundred percent of your donation will be used to support our veterans, military, and their families for generations to come.
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ALA In the Know eBulletin
Click here to stay updated with October reports and timely articles from ALA national committees, programs, and activities: ALA 100th Anniversary Committee, Americanism, Children & Youth, Education, Juniors, Child Welfare Foundation, Legislative, and Public Relations. |
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ALA National Read Your Constitution & Bylaws Day is Nov. 14
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The ALA National Executive Committee, at its virtual meeting in August, approved a resolution to recognize Nov. 14, 2020, as ALA National Read Your Constitution & Bylaws Day.
During the COVID-19 quarantines, the ALA national Constitution & Bylaws Committee received numerous inquiries from members to get a greater understanding of their role as members and how to impact their governing documents. So, plan an activity for your unit/department to participate in this day!
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Students need ALA scholarships now more than ever
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With the fall semester underway, the college atmosphere is like nothing we’ve ever seen. Classes are a mix of online and in person, typical semester start and end dates are a thing of the past, and the social opportunities of college have all but disappeared. Despite these changes, the price of college remains the same, and so does the need of many students for financial assistance. By donating to American Legion Auxiliary scholarships, you can spare these students from at least this burden in the coming semesters.
Click here to donate to ALA scholarships. One hundred percent of your donations will be used to help students as they pursue their education.
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This year, due to COVID-19 precautions, the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival (NVCAF) will change from an in-person Festival to a virtual, at-home event to be held the week of Nov. 30.
Stay tuned for more information on NVCAF at Home, and how VA medical facilities incorporate creative arts into their therapy programs for rehabilitation for both inpatients and outpatients.
We will be sharing highlights from the Festival on social media.
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American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters is a recipient for United Way of Central Indiana’s Nonprofit Restart Program! Thanks to UWCI and the City of Indianapolis, we have been able to purchase necessary personal protective equipment and other health and safety-related items so our team at ALANHQ can reduce the spread of COVID-19 and continue to serve our veterans, military, and their families.
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Less than a month to go for The American Legion's 100 Miles for Hope. American Legion National Commander Bill Oxford launched the 100-mile challenge in August. To participate, Legion Family members are asked to complete 100 miles by Veterans Day by walking, riding, running, or any other way they want to accomplish the challenge. American Legion Auxiliary National President Nicole Clapp has already completed her 100 miles! There is still time for you to join this challenge!
If you are shopping Amazon Prime Day or using the retailer for your holiday shopping, be sure you are using AmazonSmile. Through Amazon’s charitable program, AmazonSmile, you can support the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation. Simply sign in though this special link and select the American Legion Auxiliary. Amazon will donate 0.5% of every purchase you make to the ALA Foundation. It may seem small, but a little can add up to a lot.
Are you following @ALAforVeterans on social media? Don’t miss out on the latest news from ALA National Headquarters. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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ALA Centennial
Get your centennial celebration items from American Legion Flag & Emblem Sales, where your purchase supports Legion Family programs.
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The American Legion Legislative Alerts
The ALA supports the legislative agenda of The American Legion.
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Don't miss out on these ALA member benefits! |
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Savings when you need it now!
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Affording prescriptions can be stressful. Thankfully, Honest Discounts has a solution – a free prescription card, available to everyone, to use and save up to 85% off. Now available for our members! Download your card today.
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Mission Statement
In the spirit of Service Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace, and security.
Vision Statement
The vision of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion while becoming the premier service organization and foundation of every community providing support for our veterans, our military, and their families by shaping a positive future in an atmosphere of fellowship, patriotism, peace, and security.
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