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Cannon Beach Post 168

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The American Legion Auxiliary

The Mission  & Vision Statement

Mission Statement In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace, and security.

 

Vision Statement: The vision of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion while becoming the premier service organization and foundation of every community, providing support for our veterans, our military, and their families by shaping a positive future in an atmosphere of fellowship, patriotism, peace, and security.

 

2025-2026 Auxiliary Officers

Officers were installed at the June Meeting by the District One President.

Officer Name Contact
Auxiliary President Carolyn Anderson auxpresident@cannonbeachpost168.org
1st Vice President Amy Jones  
2nd Vice President Marilyn Dwyer  
Membership Marilyn Dwyer auxmember@cannonbeachpost168.org
Treasurer Karen Kennedy aux_treasurer@cannonbeachpost168.org
Secretary Stacie Gilligan  
Sergeant-At-Arms Peggy Thom  
Chaplin Sharon Heinrich  
 

Auxiliary Membership

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Are you the daughter of a Veteran? Would you like to join The American Legion Auxiliary? Check your American Legion Auxiliary eligibility section below, where you can find your eligibility status and apply for membership in the world's largest Veteran organization. Complete the application and proudly become an Auxiliary Member.

 

Q: If your relative served on active duty during one of the membership eligibility dates and is a member of The American Legion, you may join the American Legion Auxiliary of The American Legion.

A: However, if the qualifying Veteran is deceased, you may join the appropriate organization, even if the qualifying Veteran was not a member of The American Legion when living.

 

Eligibility Requirements for ALA Membership

Membership in The American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the following:

(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, the eligibility of her female relatives (sister, mother, direct descendants) and/or spouse depends upon her membership in The American Legion.

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About the Auxiliary

Patriotism and veterans advocacy are so crucial to the American Legion Auxiliary that for a century, we've been serving, educating, and giving to America's finest — our military. We answer the call of Service, NOT Self. 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. We are the American Legion Auxiliary. And we make a difference. You'll find us in more than 8,000 local communities in the USA and foreign countries. Founded in 1919 during the first National Convention of The American Legion, the ALA has become one of the largest veterans support organizations. And we'd love for you to be part of our mission outreach.

Auxiliary Sponsored Events


Once a month, on Wednesday, starting at 5:30 p.m., the Auxiliary presents "Bunco Party!"  Beginners are welcome. (September - May.)

"Poppy Day" is a yearly event on or near Memorial Day. On Saturday, May 24, 2025, we distributed red poppies around Cannon Beach to honor fallen warriors.

Once a year, starting at 9:00 am, the Auxiliary Presents "Sandcastle Breakfast. " All are welcome!

Generally, the Auxiliary serves a "Pancake Breakfast" once a month.

"Auxiliary Garage Sale" at the Post - A Saturday in July 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

"Auxiliary Fine Art and Craft Show" at the Post -A Saturday in August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

"Oyster/Fish Feed", September at the Post
 

AUX Application

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