Welcome to American Legion
Renton-Pickering Post 79
Our post is named after David Renton and Lester Pickering, two Snoqualmie Valley residents who were killed in World War I. Originally there were two posts chartered in 1919 in North Bend, and 1922 in Duvall respectively. These posts consolidated in 1925. We have been located in our current building since the late 1920’s, and have been an active and important part of our community ever since.
The American Legion is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 as amended. IRC 501(c)(19) exempts from federal income tax a post or organization of past or present members of the Armed Forces of the United States, or an auxiliary unit or society of, or a trust or foundation for any such post or organization. Member MeetingsThe 2nd Thursday of each month
Time: 1900 hours or 7pm Location: Post 79 (Occasionally at other locations - will be notified via email) Auxiliary Meetings The 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 12:00pm (Noon) Location: Post 79 |
Four Pillars of the American Legion
Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation |
Americanism |
For more than 90 years, the Legion has been the nation's leading advocate for proper health care and earned benefits for America's veterans. The Legion was instrumental in creating the Veterans Administration in 1930, and an ardent supporter of its rise to Cabinet status when it became the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in 1989. As the relationship between VA and veterans evolves, the Legion will help VA meet its critical mission.
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The American Legion is an organization dedicated to God and country, with a membership of military veterans who take deep pride in the U.S. Flag and all that it means. Since its inception nearly 100 years ago, the Legion has been a stalwart champion of patriotic values, morals, culture and citizenship. The Legion's pillar of Americanism embodies its devotion to law and order, the raising of wholesome youth, an educated and law-abiding citizenship, and respectful observance of patriotic holidays and remembrances.
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National SecurityThe American Legion's national security position is multi-faceted. Key aspects include:
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Children & YouthSince its founding in 1919, The American Legion has been a staunch supporter of children and youth. The National Commission on Children & Youth continues that commitment today, as it seeks to improve the well-being of all children. The key to the future of a free and prosperous country, expressed by every generation of veterans, is held by the children and youth of today. The Legion strongly supports traditional family values, assistance for at-risk children and activities that promote their healthy and wholesome development. While there is no way of knowing what issues will face our youth tomorrow, our survival may well depend on the quality of care, education and training that we, as parents and citizens, provide for the young people of today.
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Eligibility Requirements:
If you have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving - you are eligible for membership in The American Legion!
*Because eligibility dates remain open, all active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join The American Legion at this time, until the date of the end of hostilities as determined by the government of the United States.
**U.S. Merchant Marine eligible only from December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946 (WWII).
*Because eligibility dates remain open, all active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join The American Legion at this time, until the date of the end of hostilities as determined by the government of the United States.
**U.S. Merchant Marine eligible only from December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946 (WWII).
How to Join:
In Person: Join us at a member meeting, or an event where Legion members are present.
This is the most effective way to join as you will be assigned to Renton-Pickering Post 79.
Annual Dues are $45 and can be paid in person via check (Made out to American Legion) or cash.
Electronic: Send your contact information (Name, Address, Phone) to commander@post79.org to have a membership application sent to your address from the Renton-Pickering Post 79, for you to complete.
Online: Go to Legion.org, Click Join, select the appropriate button. Fill out the form with your information.
Note: If you join the American Legion online, you will be assigned to Lacey post and will have to complete transfer paperwork to be assigned to Post 79.
This is the most effective way to join as you will be assigned to Renton-Pickering Post 79.
Annual Dues are $45 and can be paid in person via check (Made out to American Legion) or cash.
Electronic: Send your contact information (Name, Address, Phone) to commander@post79.org to have a membership application sent to your address from the Renton-Pickering Post 79, for you to complete.
Online: Go to Legion.org, Click Join, select the appropriate button. Fill out the form with your information.
Note: If you join the American Legion online, you will be assigned to Lacey post and will have to complete transfer paperwork to be assigned to Post 79.