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Auxiliary Emergency Fund | American Legion

417 N. Main Street, Suite 103, Mitchell, SD 57301

Eligibility
Active Auxiliary member for three consecutive years.
Hours
Website is available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.
Application process
Apply at the local American Legion Post. Disaster applications must be received within 6 months of the disaster.
Fees
Membership varies by city.
Service area
SD

Other Information

Age Group

  • Adults (25-64)
  • Older Adults (65+)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
A national grant assistance program that provides financial assistance to eligible American Legion Auxiliary members who are impacted by a natural disaster or in a time of financial crisis. Disaster Assistance: Applicants must either received damage to their primary residence, been displaced/evacuated from their residence or experienced basic out-of-pocket emergency expenses. Hardship Assistance: Applicants have to have past due expenses related to their primary residence and/or basic household utilities. Grants are awarded for $3,000 per grantee and one grant (disaster or hardship) will be awarded in a 12-month period.
Last Assured
10/10/2025
Providing organization
American Legion

Veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.