Auxiliary

The Auxiliary was chartered in 1926 as: Alex J. Berg Unit 51. Then in 1978, it was chartered under Berg-Hemker-Olson Unit 51.

The Auxiliary is made up of if ladies in two categories:

• Seniors which can be spouses, female dependents, mothers and sisters.
• Juniors which are young women under 18 who are grand-daughters or great-grand-daughters of veterans.

The American Legion Auxiliary mission includes:

• Supporting and advocating for veterans, active military and their families
• Support the initiatives and programs of The American Legion
• Increase capacity to deliver our Mission by providing meaningful volunteer opportunities within our communities

The American Legion Auxiliary is committed to four principles:

• Justice
• Freedom
• Democracy
• Loyalty

For more information on the Auxiliary’s history, mission, and eligibility requirements click here.