American Legion Post 159
Gathering of the veterans to promote general welfare of americas veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness
American Legion Post 159 at a glance
In short: American Legion Post 159 gave $7K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in Virginia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,149
- -59.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,149
- -59.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,149
- Total assets
- $79,688
- +149.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Virginia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who American Legion Post 159 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Chincoteague HS ($7K).
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $7K (2024) to $18K (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $7K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chincoteague HS Chincoteagu, VA | Various | $7,149 |
Ready to take the next step with American Legion Post 159?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $79,688 | $386,493 | $368,731 | $7,149 | 1 | $29 |
| 2023 | $31,995 | $305,205 | $328,598 | $17,600 | 1 | $9 |
| 2022 | $58,015 | $352,054 | $256,727 | — | — | $3 |
About American Legion Post 159
Based on IRS filings
American Legion Post 159 is a nonprofit organization focused on public and societal benefit, based in Chincoteague Island, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $80K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $7K. Net investment income was $29.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Legion Post 159's 2024 filing lists 10 officers; 1 of 10 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Randy Mills
Commander
Vice Commander → Commander, 2024
On filings since 2022
$18K (2022) → $0 (2024)
Shawn Malone
Vice Commander & Finance Officer
Assistant Finance Officer → Vice Commander & Finance Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
25 hrs/week
$37K (2024)
Dale Holston
Service Officer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Gil Lang
Adjutant
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Ralph Hooper
3rd Vice Committee
Sgt at Arms → 3rd Vice Committee, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Ronnie Lewis
Assistant Finance Officer
Finance Officer → Assistant Finance Officer, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Alana Hayhurst
2nd Vice Committee & Chaplain
Chaplain → 2nd Vice Committee & Chaplain, 2024
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Dino Johnson
Post Historian
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Todd Palmer
Sgt at Arms
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Joe Vernalli
Sgt at Arms
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Esley Collins (2022–2023) — Commander
- Former: Greg Daisy (2022–2023) — 2nd Vice Committee
- Former: Michelle Adams (2023) — Sgt at Arms
- Former: Joe Mills (2022) — Sgt at Arms
- Former: Rick Raymond (2022) — Vice Commander & Chaplain
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $37K, to Shawn Malone (Vice Commander).
Frequently asked questions about American Legion Post 159
How much does American Legion Post 159 give each year?
American Legion Post 159 gave $7K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $18K across 1 grant.
How large is American Legion Post 159?
American Legion Post 159 reported $80K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $386K.
What is American Legion Post 159?
American Legion Post 159 is a nonprofit organization focused on public and societal benefit, based in Chincoteague Island, VA. It holds $80K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does American Legion Post 159 operate?
American Legion Post 159 has awarded grants in Virginia.
What is American Legion Post 159's EIN?
American Legion Post 159's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 54-1209080. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in American Legion Post 159's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Similar funders in Virginia
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Lansdowne, VA
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation funds education programs that help exceptionally promising students with financial need, including college access, academic enrichment, and support for talented students. Its 2025 grants ranged from $6 to $515,000, with a median of $7,702; it funds across the United States, with most grant dollars going to Virginia. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and directs applicants to its website for current application instructions and eligibility.
Assets
$940.1M
Grants
1,419
Total Given
$25.1M
Donors Trust Inc
Alexandria, VA
Donors Trust supports charities and programs in social welfare, health, the environment, economics, governance, foreign relations, and arts and culture, with a strong emphasis on conservative and libertarian policy and education groups. Its 2024 grants had a median of $50,000, though awards ranged from $5,038 to $35 million, and recipients were concentrated in Washington, D.C., Virginia, New York, Texas, and California. It does not accept unsolicited requests; donor-advisors recommend grants through their accounts.
Assets
$1.4B
Grants
919
Total Given
$282.1M
The Community Foundation Inc
Richmond, VA
The Community Foundation funds health and wellness, education, economic prosperity, and community vibrancy, along with other causes through donor-advised and field-of-interest funds. In 2024, grants ranged from $5,100 to $1,795,000, with a median of $25,000; 78% of grant dollars went to Virginia recipients. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$852.4M
Grants
917
Total Given
$61.8M
America's Charities
Chantilly, VA
AMERICA’S CHARITIES routes donor-directed workplace giving to member charities and provides emergency assistance to eligible employees and people affected by disasters; its reported grants are fiscal-agent disbursements, not awards selected through an application process. In 2025 it reported 808 grants totaling $16.4 million, ranging from $5,000 to $515,354 (median $9,664), to recipients across the United States, with the largest shares going to Pennsylvania, California, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Arizona. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$36.2M
Grants
808
Total Given
$16.4M
Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation
Richmond, VA
Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation funds eligible 501(c)(3) organizations working in health and human services, education, arts and culture, civic and community development, and the environment within its operating area. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $1 million, with a median of $5,000; it accepts unsolicited requests during spring and fall cycles.
Assets
$2.3M
Grants
773
Total Given
$16.4M
Foster Foundation
Brookneal, VA
Assets
$18.6M
Grants
686
Total Given
$1.3M
More similar funders
More Funders in Virginia
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from American Legion Post 159's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
American Legion Post 159 down — hundreds of funders to go?