National Emergency Fund
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
National Emergency Fund
Geographic Scope: United States and beyond
Overview:
Created in response to Hurricane Hugo in 1989, the National Emergency Fund provides direct financial assistance to American Legion Family members and posts. The fund has distributed more than $10 million in assistance to those in need.
Eligibility:
Focus: Emergency financial assistance during disasters and crises
What The American Legion actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2023
- 1
- Total given
- $40K
- Median grant
- $40K
- By dollars: North Carolina 100%. Top recipient cities: Shelby, NC.
Example grants
Cleveland County Alws · Shelby, NC
For general support
$40K
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