American Legion Auxiliary Unit 37
Mission Statement
In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to 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.
Officers
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| President – Jamie Barker | |
| First Vice President – Jodi Mann | |
| Second Vice-President – Linda Henderson | |
| Secretary – Sandy Deacon | |
| Treasurer – Ann Rehbein | |
| Chaplain – Keri Guy | |
| Historian – Becky Lundy | |
| Sergeant-at-Arms – Jay Sisco | |
| Executive Board Kathy MacCrae, Joyce Elliott, Jan Schmidt, Sharon Bellinghausen, Cara Fila |
Eligibility
Membership in The American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the:
(1) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion; and
(2) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who served in either of the following periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918 and any time after December 7, 1941 who, being a citizen of the United States at the time of their entry therein served on active duty in the Armed Forces of any of the governments associated with the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge;
(3) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who were in the Armed Forces of the United States during either of the following periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918; and any time after December 7, 1941 who served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge; and
(4) to those women who of their own right are eligible for membership in The American Legion.*
* A woman who is eligible for American Legion membership is eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary regardless of whether or not she is a member of The American Legion. However, eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct descendants) and/or spouse depends upon her membership in The American Legion.
Membership Application
..There are three classes of members in the Ames American Legion Auxiliary.
Adult Membership – Dues are $40 Annually
Junior Membership – Dues are $5 Annually
Dual Membership – Dues are $20 Annually
A dual member is a member who also holds membership in The American Legion
To be considered for membership, please fill out the attached application and mail or drop off to 225 Main St, Ames, IA 50010