American Legion post 123
Sanibel Captiva, Fl
Dear friends,
This is a short note to bring you up to date on the reconstruction of our American Legion Post 123.
As you know, we have faced a few challenges, some obvious and many surprises. We have worked very hard to resolve issues as they come up, all within our means and limitations. We have received incredible support and commitment from members, friends, the community, and other Legions both near and far. We are grateful for the solidarity and support in the various forms it has presented itself – financial, volunteer time, equipment, and material donations. It is all appreciated and needed.
This is where we are as of now:
I encourage all to renew your membership. Also, visit our Website and Facebook page for updates.
I invite you to visit our web site (https://www.sanibelcaptivaflpost123.org/about-american-legion) through which you can keep informed on our progress, contact us, and make contributions. Our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionPost123/ ) is another good source of information. For written communications I ask you ensure we have your current address, phone number and email address.
It is an honor to serve as Commander and lead the rebuilding effort. I am grateful to all who to date have supported this monumental enterprise. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you as we rebuild and continue to meet our mission and goals.
Sincerely,
John Hird
Commander
A Community of Volunteers Serving Veterans, Military, and their Families
The Unit
The American Legion Auxiliary unit is where grassroots work of the Auxiliary takes place. At the local level, The American Legion is called a post, and the Auxiliary is called a unit.
All ALA units are attached to a Legion post, taking its name, location, and number thus we are the Sanibel Captiva American Legion Auxiliary Unit 123.
Our Board of Directors
President: Valerie Tutor
First Vice-President: Brandi Skog
Secretary: Colleen Seager
Chaplain: Anabelle Williams
Treasurer: Libby Arcia-Hird
Sergeant-at-Arms: Stacy Grennell
Join Us
We are the male and female spouses, grandmothers, mothers, sisters, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion. Some of us are veterans ourselves.
Membership Eligibility
Membership in The American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the:
(1) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of members of The American Legion; and
(2) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who served in either of the following
periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918 and any time after December 7, 1941 who, being a citizen of the United States at the time of their entry therein served on active duty in the Armed Forces of any of the governments associated with the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge;
(3) grandmothers, mothers, sisters, spouses, and direct and adopted female descendants of all men and women who were in the Armed Forces of the United States during either of the following periods: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918; and any time after December 7, 1941 who served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States during either eligibility periods and died in the line of duty or after honorable discharge; and
(4) to those women who of their own right are eligible for membership in The American Legion.*
* A woman who is eligible for American Legion membership is eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary regardless of whether or not she is a member of The American Legion. However, eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct descendants) and/or spouse depends upon her membership in The American Legion.
• Information on a veteran’s service record can be obtained by contacting:
National Archives and Records Administration
Telephone: 1-866-272-6272
To join online https://www.legion-aux.org/eligibility (enter link)
In Person Application
Contact a member of the unit so you can submit your membership application and eligibility documentation. Members of the unit can inform you of their programs, mission activities, events, and annual dues.
Contact us at (239) 579-0130 to learn more about what we do.
Phone: (239) 579-0130 | Address: 4249 Sanibel-Captiva Rd Sanibel, Florida 33957-3031
Business Hours: Monday - Thursday CLOSED Friday 4 PM - 8 PM Saturday - Sunday 12 PM - 6 PM