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Eligibility for Membership

The American Legion Auxiliary was chartered by the U.S. Congress and as such the requirements for eligibility to join are set by Congress.

The mother, spouse, daughter, sister, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, or grandmother of members of The American Legion, and deceased veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during the listed war eras. Step relatives are also eligible.

A woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion is also eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary.
ELIGIBILITY:
​VETERAN SERVED
(The Veteran, living or deceased, served in :)

WWI (4/6/1917-11/11/1918)
​
Anytime After 12/7/1941
:
  • Global War on Terror
  • Panama
  • Vietnam
  • WWII
  • Gulf War
  • Lebanon/Grenada
  • Korea
  • Other Conflicts
Eligibility Dates and Spouses of Female Veterans are NOW eligible for membership.

Applicant’s Relationship to the Veteran:
  • Male Spouse 
  • Female Spouse
  • Mother 
  • Grandmother 
  • Sister 
  • Self
  • Daughter​
2023 Membership Goals & Award Deadlines
 

75% achievement of target goal by              December 7, 2022     = 3,293 members
85% achievement of target goal by              March 15, 2023          = 3,732 members
95% achievement of target goal by              May 26, 2023              = 4,171 members
100% achievement of our target goal by      July 4, 2023                = 4,390 members
102% achievement of our target goal by      July 29, 2023             = 4,478 members
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If veteran is deceased, contact ALA unit about the necessary military records.
For Veteran’s DD214 Discharge Papers: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records

Units by City
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Member Benefits
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ALA Application
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Legion Application
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Sons Application
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    Have questions about becoming a member, transferring your membership, finding a unit near you, or any membership question?  Please contact our team below. 

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American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Colorado
7465 East 1st Avenue Suite D
Denver, CO  80230
Phone: 303.367.5388

E-mail:
dept.sec.alacolorado@gmail.com