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Our Mission

To enhance the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.

Our Vision

The American Legion's vision statement is "The American Legion: Veterans Strengthening America."

OUR PRINCIPLES

A VETERAN IS A VETERAN

SELFLESS SERVICE

AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

ADVANCING THE VISION

HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US

About Us

The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, war-time veterans service organization, devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is a not-for-profit community-service organization which now numbers 2 million members, men and women, in about 13,000 American Legion posts worldwide.

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 VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA

To enhance the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. The American Legion's vision statement is "The American Legion: Veterans Strengthening America."

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Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
The American Legion Family of New Jersey is looking for Official Business Sponsors for our State Convention! “WHY SPONSOR” Know you are support our Veterans, their families, and the communities they live in through many American Legion Family programs Gain statewide exposure & goodwill and align your business with a trusted veteran service organization. #sponsor #newjersey #stateconvention #supportourveterans #businesses
The American Legion Family of New Jersey is looking for Official Business Sponsors for our State Convention! “WHY SPONSOR” Know you are support our Veterans, their families, and the communities they live in through many American Legion Family programs Gain statewide exposure & goodwill and align your business with a trusted veteran service organization. #sponsor #newjersey #stateconvention #supportourveterans #businesses
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
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What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
Keeping families in prayer is paramount. Ground truth and support are essential, especially with constant news and social media noise. We focus on getting our people home safely. #SupportFamilies #CommunityCare #StayInPrayer #GroundTruth #GettingThemHome #Leadership #Empathy #LunchWithLegion
Keeping families in prayer is paramount. Ground truth and support are essential, especially with constant news and social media noise. We focus on getting our people home safely. #SupportFamilies #CommunityCare #StayInPrayer #GroundTruth #GettingThemHome #Leadership #Empathy #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
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What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
The invisible wounds are often the deepest. Our service members face unimaginable traumas, both seen and unseen. Support systems for their mental and psychological health are more critical than ever. #MilitarySupport #MentalHealthAwareness #VeteranCare #PTSDSupport #ServiceMembers #InvisibleWounds #Advocacy #SupportOurTroops #PsychologicalHealth #ReelsForGood #LunchWithLegion
The invisible wounds are often the deepest. Our service members face unimaginable traumas, both seen and unseen. Support systems for their mental and psychological health are more critical than ever. #MilitarySupport #MentalHealthAwareness #VeteranCare #PTSDSupport #ServiceMembers #InvisibleWounds #Advocacy #SupportOurTroops #PsychologicalHealth #ReelsForGood #LunchWithLegion
Attention convention attendees! Join in on the Department wide Revitalization Training on Wednesday June 10th at 11 AM in the Convention Center. See flyer for complete details! #conventionattendees #joinin #seeflyer #conventioncenter #trainings #event #share #legion
Attention convention attendees! Join in on the Department wide Revitalization Training on Wednesday June 10th at 11 AM in the Convention Center. See flyer for complete details! #conventionattendees #joinin #seeflyer #conventioncenter #trainings #event #share #legion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
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What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS Mark your calendars for this upcoming job fair! 2026 Casino Career Fair - April 30, 2026 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. Casino Control Commission 1325 Boardwalk & Tennessee Ave. For more information visit https://www.nj.gov/casinos/services/info/jobfairs/ #moreinformation #jobseekers #casinocareer #careerfair #controlcommission #markyourcalendars
ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS Mark your calendars for this upcoming job fair! 2026 Casino Career Fair - April 30, 2026 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. Casino Control Commission 1325 Boardwalk & Tennessee Ave. For more information visit https://www.nj.gov/casinos/services/info/jobfairs/ #moreinformation #jobseekers #casinocareer #careerfair #controlcommission #markyourcalendars
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
Thoughts with those lost and injured serving our country. The unseen battles of contractors and the lasting wounds of those who return home are profound. #MilitarySupport #Veterans #Sacrifice #SupportOurTroops #HonoringService #NeverForget #WoundedWarriors #RememberTheFallen #LunchWithLegion
Thoughts with those lost and injured serving our country. The unseen battles of contractors and the lasting wounds of those who return home are profound. #MilitarySupport #Veterans #Sacrifice #SupportOurTroops #HonoringService #NeverForget #WoundedWarriors #RememberTheFallen #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
#dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share #repost
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What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
The American Legion has teamed with Columbia University to develop & deliver #BeTheOne training. The training is designed for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding with veterans who may be in crisis. Virtual sessions available. Learn more: betheone.org/training #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
The American Legion has teamed with Columbia University to develop & deliver #BeTheOne training. The training is designed for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding with veterans who may be in crisis. Virtual sessions available. Learn more: betheone.org/training #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
Our guardsmen are on the front lines, serving in critical operations. They're not just in bunkers; they're actively engaged, facing challenges head-on. #NationalGuard #MilitaryService #Centcom #ServiceMembers #SupportOurTroops #GuardLife #Deployment #NJNationalGuard #LunchWithLegion
Our guardsmen are on the front lines, serving in critical operations. They're not just in bunkers; they're actively engaged, facing challenges head-on. #NationalGuard #MilitaryService #Centcom #ServiceMembers #SupportOurTroops #GuardLife #Deployment #NJNationalGuard #LunchWithLegion
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What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
Our young soldiers and airmen are serving bravely, not hiding. We know their names, faces, and families. Keeping them and their families in prayer is crucial during this tough, fluid deployment. #NationalGuard #MilitaryFamilies #SupportOurTroops #ServiceAndSacrifice #PrayerForOurTroops #Deployment #Airmen #Soldiers #NJNationalGuard #LunchWithLegion
Our young soldiers and airmen are serving bravely, not hiding. We know their names, faces, and families. Keeping them and their families in prayer is crucial during this tough, fluid deployment. #NationalGuard #MilitaryFamilies #SupportOurTroops #ServiceAndSacrifice #PrayerForOurTroops #Deployment #Airmen #Soldiers #NJNationalGuard #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
Suicide touches everyone, affecting 135 people per death. It's a human problem, not discriminating by age or profession. We need to address this. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #VeteranSupport #EndTheStigma #ReachOut #YouAreNotAlone #CommunityCare #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #LunchWithLegion
Suicide touches everyone, affecting 135 people per death. It's a human problem, not discriminating by age or profession. We need to address this. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #VeteranSupport #EndTheStigma #ReachOut #YouAreNotAlone #CommunityCare #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
Suicide rates are at an all-time high. We need a new approach: a community public health model. Veterans often face stigma, preferring to talk to peers who understand. Learn how to reach out and let them know they're not alone. #VeteranSupport #SuicidePrevention #CommunityHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #AmericanLegion #PeerSupport #EndTheStigma #ReachOut #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
Suicide rates are at an all-time high. We need a new approach: a community public health model. Veterans often face stigma, preferring to talk to peers who understand. Learn how to reach out and let them know they're not alone. #VeteranSupport #SuicidePrevention #CommunityHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #AmericanLegion #PeerSupport #EndTheStigma #ReachOut #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
This book reveals why we get things wrong. Open your lens to understand how others truly are. Look beyond the surface. #BookRecommendation #Insight #Understanding #Perspective #SelfImprovement #GrowthMindset #Mindfulness #ReelsBook #LunchWithLegion
This book reveals why we get things wrong. Open your lens to understand how others truly are. Look beyond the surface. #BookRecommendation #Insight #Understanding #Perspective #SelfImprovement #GrowthMindset #Mindfulness #ReelsBook #LunchWithLegion
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
The American Legion has teamed with Columbia University to develop & deliver #BeTheOne training. The training is designed for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding with veterans who may be in crisis. Virtual sessions available. Learn more: betheone.org/training #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
The American Legion has teamed with Columbia University to develop & deliver #BeTheOne training. The training is designed for those who want to learn more about interacting and responding with veterans who may be in crisis. Virtual sessions available. Learn more: betheone.org/training #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
Veterans are everywhere: work, life, thriving. We reach them in parks, state parks, even the Grand Canyon. Partnering with the American Legion to support community leaders. #VeteransAffairs #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #AmericanLegion #MentalWellness #SupportVeterans #LocalImpact #ReelsOfInstagram #LunchWithLegion
Veterans are everywhere: work, life, thriving. We reach them in parks, state parks, even the Grand Canyon. Partnering with the American Legion to support community leaders. #VeteransAffairs #CommunityHealth #PublicHealth #AmericanLegion #MentalWellness #SupportVeterans #LocalImpact #ReelsOfInstagram #LunchWithLegion
Attention convention attendees! Join in on the Department wide Revitalization Training on Wednesday June 10th at 11 AM in the Convention Center. See flyer for complete details! #conventionattendees #joinin #seeflyer #conventioncenter #trainings #event #share #legion
Attention convention attendees! Join in on the Department wide Revitalization Training on Wednesday June 10th at 11 AM in the Convention Center. See flyer for complete details! #conventionattendees #joinin #seeflyer #conventioncenter #trainings #event #share #legion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS Mark your calendars for this upcoming job fair! 2026 Casino Career Fair - April 30, 2026 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. Casino Control Commission 1325 Boardwalk & Tennessee Ave. For more information visit https://www.nj.gov/casinos/services/info/jobfairs/ #moreinformation #jobseekers #casinocareer #careerfair #controlcommission #markyourcalendars
ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS Mark your calendars for this upcoming job fair! 2026 Casino Career Fair - April 30, 2026 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. Casino Control Commission 1325 Boardwalk & Tennessee Ave. For more information visit https://www.nj.gov/casinos/services/info/jobfairs/ #moreinformation #jobseekers #casinocareer #careerfair #controlcommission #markyourcalendars
Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
Just ask. Check on a #veteran to see how he or she is doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling. #BeTheOne. This is how we change lives and save lives. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
The words we use about suicide matter. Responsible messaging can save lives. Let's talk about it safely. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #SafeMessaging #PublicHealth #EndTheStigma #MentalWellness #SpeakUp #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
The words we use about suicide matter. Responsible messaging can save lives. Let's talk about it safely. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #SafeMessaging #PublicHealth #EndTheStigma #MentalWellness #SpeakUp #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
Understanding suicide risk levels: From thoughts to intent and planning. Immediate help is crucial at high-risk stages (4 & 5). Past behavior is also a key indicator. #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #CrisisIntervention #ReachOut #SeekHelp #MentalWellness #SupportSystem #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
Understanding suicide risk levels: From thoughts to intent and planning. Immediate help is crucial at high-risk stages (4 & 5). Past behavior is also a key indicator. #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #CrisisIntervention #ReachOut #SeekHelp #MentalWellness #SupportSystem #YouAreNotAlone #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
DYK? Our New Jersey American Legion YouTube channel has over 1,000 videos and shorts with over 20,000 views and 100 hours watched each month? So, get yourself over to https://youtube.com/@LEGIONDEPTNJ and subscribe to be notified when new content is added! #legion #legionfamily #subscribe #FOMO #videos #community #veteran #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Supporting our soldiers and airmen abroad. From mental health to care packages, we stand with them and our allies. #MilitarySupport #NationalGuard #CarePackages #MentalHealthAwareness #ServiceMembers #SupportOurTroops #NJNationalGuard #Allyship #MakingADifference
Supporting our soldiers and airmen abroad. From mental health to care packages, we stand with them and our allies. #MilitarySupport #NationalGuard #CarePackages #MentalHealthAwareness #ServiceMembers #SupportOurTroops #NJNationalGuard #Allyship #MakingADifference
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
He wanted to stop the pain: the pain of feeling alone, the pain of loss, the pain of a lost relationship, even physical pain. Survivors of suicide attempts often share this deep desire to end suffering. #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #StopThePain #SuicidePrevention #HealingJourney #CommunitySupport #Resilience #Hope #LunchWithLegion
He wanted to stop the pain: the pain of feeling alone, the pain of loss, the pain of a lost relationship, even physical pain. Survivors of suicide attempts often share this deep desire to end suffering. #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #StopThePain #SuicidePrevention #HealingJourney #CommunitySupport #Resilience #Hope #LunchWithLegion
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
If you know a veteran in trouble, let them know they’re not alone. Share with them available resources that can help them overcome what they’re feeling and, eventually, help them get better emotionally and mentally. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
#BeTheOne is how we change lives and save lives. Ask veterans in your life how they are doing. Listen when a veteran needs to talk. Reach out when a veteran is struggling.
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
#repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share #standdown
#repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share #standdown
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
What about you? #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
“ATTENTION” AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY OF NEW JERSEY YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN SHORT ESSAY WRITING CONTEST TITLED; “A LEGACY OF SERVICE-AMERICA AT 250” HOSTED BY THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY’S AMERICANISM COMMITTEE, AND SPONSORED BY THE “BE-THE-ONE/BUDDY CHECK 1K VETERANS SUICIDE AWARENESS WALK COMMITTEE,” MEMBERS OF OUR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT IN WRITING AN ESSAY OF 250 WORDS OR LESS REFLECTING ON AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY, THE SACRIFICES OF OUR VETERANS, AND THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 107 YEARS OF SERVICE TO VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE COMMUNITIES WE LIVE IN. #americanism #americanlegion #essaywriting #writingcontest #family #contest
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
Mark your calendars and register now for the 6th Annual BE THE ONE BUDDY CHECK WALK Saturday June 13, 2026! #annual #markyourcalendars #buddycheck #register #BETHEONE #americanlegion
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
One of the primary missions of #BeTheOne is to destigmatize asking for #mentalhealth support, creating opportunity for those with mental health issues to speak freely and get the support they need. It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message. Learn more at betheone.org #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEW JERSEY & THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTING A “STATE OF NEW JERSEY MEDAL CEREMONY” IN RECOGNITION OF “NEW JERSEY WOMEN VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY” on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026 THIS CEREMONY IS FOR NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION FEMALE MEMBERS “ONLY” IT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER’S BALLROOM “A” STARTING TIME: APPROXIMATELY 10:15AM INVITED GUESTS INCLUDE NJ ADJUTANT GENERAL BRIGADIER GENERAL YVONNE MAYS AND GOVERNOR MIKIE SHERRILL To apply for any of the NJ State Medals offered, ceremony participants must complete a State of New Jersey Medal Application. The link and a “QR Code” for the Medal Application is below. The absolute “deadline/cut-off date” to be included in this Ceremony is May 29, 2026! For any issues with the application, please email: NJServiceMedals@dma.nj.gov. nj.gov/dva/women-veterans-medal-ceremony.shtml #americanlegion #newjersey #womenveterans #recognitionday #medal #recognition #ceremony
Tony Gladden's favorite phrase? Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed! Find those enthusiastic people in your community and invite them to join you, slowly but surely. #CommunityEngagement #Volunteer #GetInvolved #TonyGladden #Leadership #Engagement #Recruitment #Motivation #LunchWithLegion
Tony Gladden's favorite phrase? Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed! Find those enthusiastic people in your community and invite them to join you, slowly but surely. #CommunityEngagement #Volunteer #GetInvolved #TonyGladden #Leadership #Engagement #Recruitment #Motivation #LunchWithLegion
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
Time for your BUDDY CHECKS #LegionFamily ! #buddycheck Don't forget to Like, follow, share, and Repost! #repost #time #dontforget #veteran #legion #like #share
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