Veterans for Voting

The American Legion of Iowa proudly announces its participation in the Veterans for Voting initiative, hosted by the Iowa Secretary of State. This initiative pledges to help Veterans exercise their right to vote during the 2024 election through providing rides to the polling precincts, helping register to vote, providing information on election security in Iowa, and checking in with members to encourage voting.

Recent News & Updates

2019 Department Oratorical Contest

Three outstanding contestants gave their all during the Department of Iowa's Oratorical Final held the last day of Mid-Winter. Patrick Junker was chosen as the Department's Champion. Patrick is sponsored by Van Meter American Legion Post #403 and will represent Iowa...

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2019 Legislative Day

Please Join Us The Iowa Commission of Veterans Affairs invites you to join us for the annual Veterans Day at the Capitol. You will have an opportunity to meet with your elected officials and discuss key issues affecting our Iowa veterans. A number of veteran-related...

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Why Join The Legion?

The American Legion is the nation’s largest and most influential veterans service organization. Made up of U.S. wartime veterans and their families, the Legion has made significant contributions to veterans and local communities.

Legion Posts

The local American Legion post is the foundation workforce of this hundred year old veteran organization. Without the hard work of members and leadership of the local post, very little would be accomplished by The American Legion locally and nationally.

Legion Programs

American Legion Programs change lives. From our Support Programs to Children and Youth, Legion Programs make an impact in the lives of those involved, thereby impacting our communities for the better. Be sure to take a look.