Children & Youth
Sandy Wersal - Chairman
The Children and Youth program emphasizes protecting, caring for, and supporting children and youth. Particularly those of veterans and military families.
National has two awards to recognize and reward the positive actions of our children and youth.
Good Deed Awards:
Nominations are made by members and their local ALA units. If you know of a deserving youth, submit a nomination
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For youth 18 years of age or younger who have contributed in a special way to society thought a community project that demonstrates leadership in community service by planning, organizing, and executing a service project.
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The Youth Hero Award: Recognizes someone less than 18 years of age who performs a heroic act of physical bravery.
April 15th is Purple Up Day, it is the official day for military children. April is the month of the Military Child.
Units consider donating to the following funds through the Department Office.
Child Well Being Foundation– To educate members and the public about the Child Well-Being Foundation (CWF), its mission, and to provide financial assistance to The America. Legion in their efforts to award grants to youth-serving nonprofit organizations.
Legionville - Is a safety educational center offering quality instruction in school safety patrol methods and areas such as swimming, canoeing, first aid, intro to firearm safety, cyber safety, bus safety and much more…. Any organization or parent can sponsor a camper.
American Legion Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) - Awards cash grants up to $1,500 to current active-duty service members or American Legion members with minor children at home. Help families in need meet the cost of shelter, food, utilities, and health expenses. Legion.org/ FinancialAssistance
Items to collect and report on at year end: Ronald McDonald Pop Tabs, total pounds collected.
Kids of Deployed are Heros 2 (KDH2): This is a recognition program for military children who experience extended separation from their military parent or parents.
Have a wonderful year working for the Children and Youth Program.
