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2019/02/10
Membership recruitment can start within your American Legion Post home
2019/04/30
ALA member nurtures intergenerational ties within her unit
2019/05/28
100-year-old ALA member finds comfort in her American Legion Family
2019/06/02
Membership has two Rs: Recruitment and Retention
2019/08/27
Army veteran’s daughter honors dad through ALA membership
2019/09/03
Meet the first two male American Legion Auxiliary members
2019/09/15
A Wise Woman Said: Dr. Dorothy Simpson-Taylor
2019/11/17
Looking back while moving forward
2019/12/31
Membership eligibility changes drive forward momentum into second century of service
2020/01/23
How you can welcome male spouse ALA members at all Auxiliary levels
2020/02/09
Male spouses of veterans and servicemembers join The American Legion Auxiliary
2020/03/15
Renewing your ALA membership is important; here’s why
2020/06/23
American Legion Auxiliary eUnits give you options to stay involved in mission
2020/08/02
Mentor new members for our future leadership
2020/08/27
Renewing your membership means no one is forgotten
2020/09/09
ALA membership offers personal benefits that help professionally
2020/09/20
I Am the ALA Carole Baldwin
2020/09/22
Racial harmony over hatred
2020/09/29
The LEGION Act provides a new membership recruitment tool
2020/10/06
A Wise Person Said
2020/10/18
ALA member in small city has big heart for veterans
2020/10/27
ALA welcomes male spouses among membership
2020/11/09
Centennial Moments
2021/01/14
How does your American Legion Family recruit for members?
2021/01/28
Membership recruiting, retention tools coming your way
2021/02/26
Walking in the Shoes of a Military Spouse: Vicky Tomasello
2021/05/18
Bring fun, fresh approaches, and different voices to unit membership tasks
2021/06/23
I Am the ALA: Toni Gross
2021/08/30
Unit Member of the Year award recipients honored
2021/09/13
I Am the ALA: Marjorie Costello
2021/10/04
American Legion Auxiliary member benefit: Increased confidence
2021/10/13
American Legion Auxiliary member benefit: Volunteer opportunities
2021/10/19
American Legion Auxiliary member benefit: Confidence gained in public speaking
2021/10/25
American Legion Auxiliary member benefit: Confidence gained in public speaking and mentorship
2021/11/22
Don’t forget: Male spouses of veterans can join ALA membership
2021/12/10
Reach out this holiday season to encourage ALA membership renewal
2021/12/21
I Am the ALA: Elaine Kotler
2021/12/22
How to prepare for the ALA member survey so your voice is heard
2021/12/28
Upcoming training sessions focus on inspiring, engaging volunteers
2022/01/12
Have you prepared for the ALA member survey yet?
2022/02/07
PUFL membership: Good for you, good for the ALA, and a win-win
2022/02/14
There is still time to take ALA member survey
2022/02/18
From the national president: Please take the member survey and make your voice heard
2022/05/16
Wise Person Said: Lorita Holmes
2022/07/18
We hear you! Member survey results give us more than just statistics
2022/08/08
Now is the time for an increase in ALA membership dues
2022/08/19
Highlighting the ALA dedication among National Headquarters staff
2022/08/22
Meet our Members: Elain Cronister
2022/08/30
Congratulations to the 2022 ALA Unit Member of the Year winners
2022/09/15
ALA National Convention governance wrap-up
2022/11/28
Wise Person Said: Sherri McGee
2022/12/13
When cliques become a membership problem
2022/12/28
Use new year for new ideas for your unit
2023/02/01
Remember your ‘why’ as an ALA member — renew today
2023/03/22
AEF ready to assist ALA members during tornado season
2023/05/11
Florida empowers ALA members through statewide leadership training
2023/05/15
Texas ALA unit says don’t give up on growing membership
2023/05/23
New ALA Academy course available
2023/06/12
What we can learn from the different generations
2023/06/26
Membership dues: To hold or not to hold?
2023/07/12
eUnits’ flexibility helps move mission forward in unique way
2023/08/16
Men serve in Auxiliary leadership roles too
2023/10/30
Share value of ALA membership if no longer able to cover cost for family members
2023/11/20
Heart of the Mission: Mike Rasmuson
2023/12/06
Are you on the fence about renewing your ALA membership?
2024/01/19
Meet-and-greet strengthens Legion Family district’s commitment to service
2024/02/01
The time is now to renew your Auxiliary membership
2024/03/18
Heart of the Mission: Corrinna Colson
2024/04/16
Open your doors to the community
2024/04/17
Heart of the Mission: Ilo Louck
2024/05/08
New York Hispanic American unit strives to improve lives in its community
2024/05/22
Member benefits: Join, transform, belong, and save big
2024/06/05
Responding to inquiries from potential members
2024/06/17
A closer look at the American Legion Auxiliary’s membership eligibility
2024/06/27
Ways our members can maintain commitment to ALA, mission
2024/07/12
ALA’s foreign units help promote our mission around the world
2024/09/13
How to best respond to a newcomer at your post home
