Where is California Boys State held?

California State University, Sacramento
The American Legion California Boys State Program has been held at California State University, Sacramento since 1972. Delegates and Staff are housed in the campus Residence Halls and meals served in The Servery.

Is The American Legion legit?

The American Legion, commonly known as the Legion, is a nonprofit organization of U.S. war veterans headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is made up of state, U.S. territory, and overseas departments, and these are in turn made up of local posts.

Can anyone go to a legion?

Legion membership is open to any Canadian citizen or citizen of an Allied nation who is 18 years of age or older. OUR MISSION IS TO SERVE VETERANS, WHICH INCLUDES SERVING MILITARY AND RCMP MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, TO PROMOTE REMEMBRANCE AND TO SERVE OUR COMMUNITIES AND OUR COUNTRY.

What’s better American Legion or VFW?

The VFW has the highest proportion of combat veterans of either American Legion or Amvets. The American Legion is far larger organization with more members and more resources. There are many more Legions than VFW’s. Many combat veterans join the American Legion too.

What are American Legion benefits?

The American Legion provides life-changing assistance and guidance for veterans, military personnel, their families and communities in thousands of ways every day around the world. Help comes in the form of personal assistance, cash grants, donated goods, disaster relief, labor, networking, volunteerism and advocacy.

How much does Legion membership cost?

You can join the Legion online at legion.ca/join. Online membership is $49.99 per year, and you do not have to be a Veteran to join. Any Canadian citizen or citizen of an Allied nation who is 18 years of age or older is welcome to become a member of the Legion!

What does the Legion do?

The Legion serves our communities and our country Whether helping local Veterans, supporting seniors, providing youth sports programs, raising funds, volunteering to help those in need, or simply offering a place to gather for fun and celebration, Legionnaires provide essential services in their communities.