Family & Community Engagement
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American Legion Post 64 values the importance of family and acknowledges their crucial role in supporting our veterans. Our organization offers multiple charters dedicated to involving family members in our mission and goals. By embracing your family, we strive to engage them in decision-making and the overall functioning of our organization, fostering a sense of belonging and unity.
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Join the Auxiliary Unit 64
The American Legion Post 64 established the Auxiliary in 2023, and in their first year, they provided invaluable assistance in organizing events. Their unwavering dedication to supporting veterans and the local community has helped keep numerous initiatives afloat. If you have are a family member of a veteran, we invite you to join our post Auxiliary and contribute to the Ahwatukee Post 64’s efforts in giving back. Our family members play a crucial role in providing exceptional support to veterans in need. At American Legion Post 64, we take great pride in the Auxiliary that has been newly chartered. Since their establishment, they have been instrumental in successfully organizing various events, ensuring their smooth execution. The Auxiliary’s unwavering commitment to supporting veterans and the local community has been invaluable, helping to maintain the sustainability of numerous initiatives. We extend an open invitation to individuals with family members who are veterans to join our post Auxiliary and actively participate in Ahwatukee Post 64’s continuous efforts to give back to both our veterans and the Ahwatukee community. Our family members, united in this cause, play an indispensable role in providing exceptional support to veterans in need. Together, let us continue making a difference in the lives of those who have served our nation.
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Family Events in the Community
American Legion Post 64 warmly welcomes spouses and family members, inviting them to join us and immerse themselves in the excitement of our post events. Our primary goal is to foster and strengthen family involvement by providing delightful opportunities for everyone to enjoy themselves together. From the enchanting Merry Christmas Concert to the lively Oktoberfest and SpringFest celebrations, we wholeheartedly strive to create everlasting memories. Looking ahead, we remain committed to expanding our repertoire of family-oriented events, ensuring an even greater assortment of remarkable experiences for all.
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Spring Fest & Oktober (Autumn Fest) Fundraisers
At American Legion Post 64, our Oktober Fest (Autumn Fest) & Spring Festival Fundraisers offer you and your family an amazing opportunity to enjoy a delicious catered meal, live music, and a dance floor all in one place. These events not only serve as fundraisers, but also give us the chance to share our future plans and highlight the ongoing community work that our commanding officers have been diligently conducting. We warmly invite our community to join us and celebrate together. Additionally, we have exciting activities such as a 50/50 raffle, raffle prizes, silent auctions, and, most importantly, the camaraderie that brings us all together. Through these initiatives, we are dedicated to fulfilling our mission of veterans helping veterans. Join us for an unforgettable experience and show your support for our noble cause.
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Veteran Social Mixer
American Legion Post 64 proudly organizes Social Mixers, providing a platform for esteemed post members and their cherished families to come together. These mixers foster camaraderie among veterans, allowing them to connect with fellow servicemen and servicewomen. We deeply recognize the crucial role that veterans’ families play in our lives, serving as pillars of support and dedication. American Legions values the unwavering commitment of our servicemen and servicewomen, appreciating the importance of family in their lives. These events also facilitate community engagement, allowing members to share their initiatives and contributions to the community and veterans alike.
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Annual Honor & Remembrance
Every year, American Legion Post 64 joins together to honor and pay tribute to the cherished friends, teammates, and members of Ahwatukee Post 64 who have left us. These individuals will forever be remembered for their unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand. Through these solemn ceremonies, our post humbly acknowledges and salutes these members for their selfless contributions and sacrifices made not only to our post, but also to our nation. We hold the utmost respect and admiration for the deceased veterans and their families, knowing that words cannot truly capture the profound impact of their loss on our post, their loved ones, and their friends. The lasting legacies they have left behind will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and forever appreciated by Post 64 and our entire community.
Community Engagement
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Boy Scouts of America
The American Legion Post 64 is proud to sponsor Scouting, a partnership that dates back to 1919 and encompasses over 2000 units across the country. In Arizona alone, we have seen tremendous growth, with our sponsored units increasing from seven to 46 in the past two years. Our involvement in Scouting has attracted many veterans to join The Legion as Scout Leaders, emphasizing our commitment to character and leadership development in our youth. We encourage all Legionnaires who share a passion for nurturing the next generation to join us in Scouting. Post 64 actively engages with Troop 172, with David Green serving as the Chartered Organization Representative. By being the COR for American Legion Post 64, we have the privilege of working with our community’s youth, guiding them to become responsible citizens as they grow and learn the intricacies of life.
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Public Affairs & Community Engagement
American Legion Post 64 takes an active role in various community events, providing us with valuable opportunities to share information about our continued efforts to support veterans in the community. These events also serve as a platform for us to connect with other veterans in the community and engage them in our mission of veterans helping Veterans. Our warm and inclusive community of veterans at Post 64 eagerly welcomes and aims to build strong relationships with all veterans in our community, while also fostering partnerships with local businesses. By participating in these community events, we strive to raise awareness of our goals and missions for the year, working towards a stronger support network for our veterans. Join us in making a difference and honoring those who have served our country by getting involved in our mission today.
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School Awards & Medals Program
American Legion Post 64 uses the school awards and medallion program to offer the post the ability to connect with the children within our community. In schools, students are often awarded for their scholastic achievements. The American Legion believes that our youth should also be praised when they demonstrate strong qualities of character and good citizenship. Since 1926, the Legion has recognized such students with its School Award Medal Program. Candidates for the award are voted upon by a school’s faculty and members of the candidates graduating class through a secret ballot casting. One boy and one girl from each school is chosen for the award. American Legion post 64 is involved with the school makes the final selection upon receiving recommendation from students and faculty. Each awardee receives a certificate and a medal with the six qualities listed on the face of the medal. The back shows the Marine Corps motto, “Semper Fidelis” (“always faithful”). For the past 90-plus years this program has been successful in using and promoting the program to foster youth growth.
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Kiwanis Easter Day Parade
The Kiwanis Easter Day Parade has been a treasured community tradition for over 45 years. Since 1995, the dedicated members of Post 64 Color Guard have proudly led this extraordinary event. They are joined by Scout Troop 172 as they march down 48th St from Elliot and Warner, heralding the arrival of Easter Day and the beautiful spring season. Following the parade, the community comes together for the Spring Fling, a delightful celebration that truly embodies the spirit of unity. Join us for this incredible community gathering hosted by Kiwanis.
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Adopt-a-Street Program
The Adopt-A-Street program allows community organizations, private businesses, and individuals to beautify and maintain Phoenix streets. For many years, Ahwatukee Post 64 has taken care of the Eliot and Warner Loop, demonstrating the American Legion Post 64’s commitment to giving back to the Ahwatukee Community. As part of the program, volunteers agree to adopt one-mile segments of major or collector streets and commit to removing trash and debris at least four times per year for a minimum of two years. In recognition of their efforts, the city will create and install signs acknowledging participants for their dedication to the program and community.
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The Ahwatukee Recreational Center (The ARC)
The American Legion Post 64 deeply appreciates the ARC’s unwavering support and invaluable resources. We are incredibly fortunate to have the privilege of conducting our monthly meetings and hosting various events at their exceptional facility. Furthermore, the ARC’s immense generosity extends to providing us with a secure store closet dedicated solely to our treasured flags and equipment. Additionally, the ARC’s remarkable gift shop proudly showcases our American flag, offering them for sale to raise crucial funds for the legion’s cause.
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Veteran Owed Business
American Legion Post 64 proudly extends its support to the veterans who own businesses within our community, in addition to backing veteran organizations. Many successful veterans, upon reintegrating into their communities, choose to establish their own veteran-owned businesses. We wholeheartedly encourage you to demonstrate your support not only to Post 64 but also to all the veterans in our community. If you represent a veteran organization and wish to contribute to the well-being of fellow veterans, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of those who have served our country.
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If you are a veteran in need of assistance, please contact Post 64 via email, or call our VSO.
Commander: (715) 712-4966
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