August 2020 eNews & eBulletin |
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Virtual trainings are coming to the ALA Academy |
You’ve heard of ALA Academy, full of free courses on subjects like enhancing leadership skills, why branding matters, fundraising tips, and more. Coming soon – the Auxiliary’s NEW virtual training opportunities to learn more about VA Voluntary Services, Junior leaders, ALA Girls State … and more! Stay tuned for more details!
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Here's another ALA member benefit you can take advantage of from the comfort of your home! |
ALA Mission Delivery – Basic training is going virtual! In a series of three 45-minute webinars, you will learn how to discover mission needs in your community and think differently about how we get others to join us in this service.
An introduction to our traditional, face-to-face Mission Training, this virtual live course will combine many elements from Mission Training 101 and 201.
This course will engage you on these topics:
- How to identify needs in your community
- Where to discover the most effective tools
- Finding opportunities in obstacles
Follow ALA National Headquarters on social media @ALAforVeterans for the latest updates on these new trainings.
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Make sure your ALA online experience is up to date |
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COVID-19 has changed how we communicate. Online teleconferences and webinars have become the norm.
However, if your technology is not up to date, connecting can be difficult. Ask yourself these questions: How has your online experience been? Are web pages slow to load? Do you have more trouble connecting than other people you know?
There may be a simple solution to solve these problems. Try updating your internet browser or downloading a different one. This is free and easy to do.
For the best online experience, ALA National Headquarters recommends using Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Many websites no longer support Internet Explorer.
Google Chrome
If you already have Chrome installed, follow these steps to update:
· Open Chrome.
· At top right, click the three dots.
· If you see an option to update Google Chrome, click on it. If not, that means you are already up to date.
Firefox
If you already have Firefox installed, follow these steps to update:
· Open Firefox.
· Click on the menu bar and select "About Firefox."
· Firefox will check for updates and download them automatically.
· When the download is complete, click restart to update Firefox.
Safari
If you use Apple products, your default browser is Safari. This browser will update whenever you run iOS updates.
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A quick guide to understanding membership eligibility in the American Legion Auxiliary |
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Have you ever struggled to explain membership eligibility to a potential member?
Having a visual representation to accompany your explanation can make it easier for someone outside of The American Legion Family to understand and determine eligibility.
To help ALA members in their recruitment efforts, we have created a new infographic explaining membership eligibility in simple terms.
There are several ways you can use this infographic. Consider sharing it on social media, printing copies to give out at events, including it in your newsletters, or placing an advertisement in local newspapers and publications.
For a printable PDF version, click on the infographic.
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Celebrate #GivingTuesday at home |
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This year, we cannot meet in person at National Convention, but we can still make an impact for veterans, military, and their families. In place of making your donation to the ALA Foundation at our #GivingTuesday booth, please consider making a gift in support of the ALA Foundation’s #GivingTuesday campaign. |
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ALA In the Know eBulletin
Click here to stay updated with August reports and timely articles from ALA national committees, programs, and activities: ALA 100th Anniversary Committee, Americanism, Children & Youth, Community Service, Education, Juniors, Membership, and Past Presidents Parley. |
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Your legacy, their future |
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The Auxiliary Emergency Fund exists to help Auxiliary members in times of need. Right now, so many across the country are experiencing a great need, and it’s up to us to answer the call.
$2,400 is the difference for a member in financial trouble about to lose their home, $2,400 supports a mother working to keep up with medical bills amidst a job loss, $2,400 helps a family rebuild after a tornado hits their home. Our members need your help today. If not you, then who? Change a life by making a gift today.
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ALA Halloween coloring book is now available |
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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. |
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The August issue of Auxiliary magazine is available online. This issue features Auxiliary members serving others amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the professional benefits an ALA membership offers, members helping members in a time of need with the Auxiliary Emergency Fund and much more. |
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You can help support The American Legion by participating in 100 Miles for Hope. This is a virtual 100-mile walk/run/ride challenge that runs now through Veterans Day. This challenge benefits The American Legion's Veterans & Children Foundation. Click here for more information and to register.
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.
The American Legion Auxiliary has more than a dozen Facebook groups dedicated to our national ALA programs. These closed groups are dedicated spaces where ALA members can share updates, photos, and messages with other members who share common interests in the Auxiliary’s national programs. If you are looking for insight on how to run a program, interested in learning more about what other units and departments do to reach veterans, or simply want to connect with ALA members around the world, join one of our many ALA Facebook groups.
If you shop on Amazon, make sure you’re 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.
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'Boys State' documentary coming to Apple TV+ Aug. 14. The documentary follows four delegates at the 2018 session of American Legion Texas Boys State. The film won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance Film Festival in January. Apple and A24 bought the rights to the documentary for a reported $12 million. |
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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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American Legion Auxiliary Members Save up to 20%!
Whether you are looking for an upscale hotel or something more cost-effective, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has the right hotel for you! As an American Legion Auxiliary member, you will save up to 20% off the best available rate at over 9,000 participating hotels worldwide. See this and other member benefits by clicking here.
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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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