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The American Legion Child Well-being Foundation (CWF) accepts funding proposals from nonprofits for projects that contribute to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual welfare of children. Grants are only given to entities that help U.S. children in a large geographic area; they are not awarded for day-to-day or special operating expenses. More Information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 HOME INFORMATION CENTER NATIONAL EVENTS CALENDAR CALENDAR Search Keyword(s) Select Location: All States Alabama Alaska Ar

High school oratorical contest featuring 50+ students delivering speeches on the U.S. Constitution. Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Michigan. Over $203,000 in college scholarships provided.

Speaking contest for 50+ high school students delivering speeches on the U.S. Constitution at Hillsdale College, Michigan. Offers $203,000+ in scholarships.

In order to participate in Boys Nation, your son must participate in your Boys State Program. Please visit your state program for information and contact info. HOME GET INVOLVED YOUTH PROGRAMS BOYS STATE & BOYS NATION AMERICAN LEGION BOYS NATION The 80th Session of American Legion Boys Nation takes place July 17-25, 2026. Be a part of the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students. TO PARTICIPATE, CONTACT YOUR STATE PROGRAM (OPENS IN

Special Fourth of July parade celebrating America's 250th birthday. Camp Jackson American Legion Post 112, Brownstown, Indiana.

Michigan Boys State turns to Ford Museum to showcase political values

A combined 55 years of dedication to air rifle program

Yearbooks tell the story of ‘a week that shapes a lifetime’

BOYS NATION Boys Nation staff welcomed to Virginia

BOYS NATION Boys and Girls Nation staff, volunteers share evening together at Virginia post

The top eight competitors in both the sporter and precision categories will compete in The American Legion's Junior 3-Position Air Rifle National Championship finals July 20 in Hillsdale, Mich. HOME GET INVOLVED YOUTH PROGRAMS JUNIOR SHOOTING SPORTS JUNIOR SHOOTING SPORTS The American Legion Junior Shooting Sports Program is a gun safety education and marksmanship program that encompasses the basic elements of safety, education, enjoyment and competition. Congratulations to the 2025 Champions! P

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The American Legion’s air rifle championships name precision winner Emme Walrath of Wisconsin and sporter winner Alexandra Orr of Virginia. SHOOTING Legion air rifle top 16 to compete in finals

BOYS NATION Boys Nation Day 2: ‘I’m so glad I was able to push myself in this way’

American Legion national air rifle tournament says farewell to longtime volunteers Loren ‘Bud’ Sperry and Ida Jewell. SHOOTING Precision, sporter air rifle champions crowned

29 youth marksmen invited to Legion air rifle championships in Michigan

BOYS NATION Boys Nation Day 4: A one-on-one visit with grandfather

BOYS NATION Boys Nation Day 7: ‘Being able to meet them is a really incredible experience’

SHOOTING Follow live scoring of air rifle championships

New, returning air rifle competitors make top 16

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Two JSSP leaders have new roles but same vision, mission

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