Stars Stripes Spirit 5K – May 17

The Stars Stripes Spirit 5k will be held on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17, at Gray’s Lake Park in Des Moines.  There will be a 5K Walk/Run and a 1K Walk Option. Registration is $40 for adults and $25 for U18s.  The $10 early registration discount ends on April...

Legislative Action Alert

Contact Your Representative TODAY! Ask for Support of HSB 243The American Legion of Iowa’s top legislative priority for this session of the Iowa Legislature is funding for Veterans Service Organizations representing veterans with the VA claims. Please contact your...

Veterans for Voting

Iowa Secretary of State Paul D. Pate is debuting a new initiative, Veterans for Voting, to engage Iowa veterans this election. Veterans for Voting works to aid veterans and service members exercise their right to vote. Ways for your post to participate with Veterans...

2023 Unity Award and Colflesh Trophy Announced

The Unity Award is given to the district with the highest percentage of combined membership of the Legion, Auxiliary and the SAL on the cutoff date of November 17.  This year it is awarded to 9th District Commander Jim Rolfes, 9th District Auxiliary President Sandi...