American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
The corporation is organized exclusively for the purposes that are permitted to be conducted by organizations under section 501(c)(19) of the irc or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, including, but not limited to the following:1. Promote social welfare of the community2. Assist disabled and needy war veterans and members of the u s armed forces and their dependents, and widows and orphans of deceased veterans3. Provide entertainment, care and assistance to hospitalized veterans and members of the u s armed forces4. Carry on programs to perpetuate the memory of deceased veterans and members of the u s armed forces, and to comfort their survivors5. Conduct programs for religious, charitable, scientific, literary or educational purposes6. Sponsor or participate in activities of a patriotic natureand7. Carry on all activities of the national chapter of the American legion auxiliary inc of which the corporation is affiliated and to be a member.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc at a glance
In short: American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc gave $12K across 2 grants in 2022 (avg $6K), mostly in Virginia. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $11,709
- -96.6% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $5,855
- -96.6% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $5,855
- Total assets
- $7,942
- -63.1% vs 2021
- Primary geography
- Virginia (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
How to apply to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
AEF Emergency Assistance Grant - Disaster Relief
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
Amount
Up to $2,400
Deadline
Deadline not published
AEF Temporary Assistance Grant - Financial Hardship
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
Amount
Up to $2,400
Deadline
Deadline not published
ALA Foundation Veteran Projects Fund
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Pikrallidas and Associates Agent for Angel of Mercy ($11K). Together the top 2 received $12K.
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 6 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2020) to $340K (2021). In 2022 it made 2 grants totaling $12K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pikrallidas and Associates Agent for Angel of Mercy Fairfax, VA | To provide participants the opportunity to learn the mechanics, objectives, and ideals of democracy | $11,463 |
| Ala Girl State Virginia Richmond, VA | To provide participants the opportunity to learn the mechanics, objectives, and ideals of democracy. | $246 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $7,942 | $4,851 | $18,418 | $11,709 | 2 |
| 2021 | $21,509 | $3,544 | $355,111 | $339,791 | 2 |
| 2020 | $367,535 | $264,524 | $27,442 | $9,984 | 2 |
About American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
Based on IRS filings
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc is a public charity, based in Vienna, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022. As of 2022, the organization holds $8K in total assets. In 2022, it awarded 2 grants totaling $12K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc is led by Marian T. Chirichella, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Marian T. Chirichella
President & Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kathryn H. Karlson
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lorraine N. Fagan
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carol F. Lukas
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Virginia L. Bush (2020) — Historian
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc
How much does American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc give each year?
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc gave $12K across 2 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990. In 2021 it gave $340K across 2 grants.
How large is American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc?
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc reported $8K in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5K.
Where does American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc operate?
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc has awarded grants in Virginia.
What is American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc's EIN?
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-2968996. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 3, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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