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EIN 36-6207372 • 501(c)19 • Naperville, IL
Profile
The American Legion's mission was founded on four pillars: Veteran Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Children & Youth, and inspiring Americanism, that encompass a variety of programs to benefit our nations veterans, its servicemembers, their families, the youth of America, and ordinary citizens. The organizations positions and programs are guided by resolutions passed by delegates, committee, and commission members of the American Legion National Convention. These programs make a difference on the local, state, and national levels.
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Liabilities / Assets
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Liabilities / Revenue
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Net Margin
35th percentile
Higher net margin than 35% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
95th percentile
Higher top officer pay than 95% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
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No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.
Revenue Growth
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Assets
Up$470,116
Up $170,917 (+57%) from 2017
Liabilities
-
No earlier filing loaded for comparison.
Net Assets
Up$470,116
Up $175,164 (+59%) from 2017
Revenue
Up$149,438
Up $45,372 (+44%) from 2017
Expenses
Up$157,318
Up $69,157 (+78%) from 2017
Net Income
Down-$7,880
Down $23,785 (-150%) from 2017
Most recent year
2025 • Form 990EZSummary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.
| Balance Sheet | Operations | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Assets | Liabilities | Net Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Net Income |
| 2025Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year. | $4.70 | $4.70 | $1.49 | $1.57 | $0.08 | |
| 2017Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year. | $2.99 | $0.04 | $2.95 | $1.04 | $0.88 | $0.16 |
| 2016Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year. | $2.79 | $0.00 | $2.79 | $1.08 | $0.89 | $0.19 |
Veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness with service to veterans, community, state and nation and to implement the goals embodied in our preamble.
The American Legion's mission was founded on four pillars: Veteran Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Children & Youth, and inspiring Americanism, that encompass a variety of programs to benefit our nations veterans, its servicemembers, their families, the youth of America, and ordinary citizens. The organizations positions and programs are guided by resolutions passed by delegates, committee, and commission members of the American Legion National Convention. These programs make a difference on the local, state, and national levels.
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Youth/School Programs: To ensure that any child of a veteran in need of care and protection shall receive proper and timely service and aid. Also to strengthen the family unit, as well as extending support to sound organizations and facilities that provide services for children and youth, and to maintain a well-rounded program that meets the needs of the young people in their respective community. e.g. Essay and Oration award scholarships, Little League Baseball, and Boys/Girls State educational programs. | - | $28,688 |
| Vet/Active Military Programs: Assisted veterans in obtaining needed hospitalization, in the pursuance of claims and in obtaining other veterans rights and benefits. Visited comrades who were sick or disabled. Visited and comforted members of their families when sick or bereaved. e.g. Toys for Tots, Comfort Warrior, and the DuPage Veteran's Foundation. | - | $26,924 |
| Community Programs: In furtherance of its mission of promoting Americanism and National Security, the American Legion also supports others in their roles to defend and protect. e.g. First Responders, local police departments, as well as sponsoring 'Citizen and Teacher of the Year' awards. | - | $21,997 |
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Jorstad | Officer | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Nadia Baran | Officer | PT | $0 | - | - |
| John Noll | Officer | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Richard Karbarz | Trustee | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Wayne Fischer | Trustee | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Todd Bertulis | Trustee | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Don Chasteen | Trustee | PT | $0 | - | - |
“Other Revenue $27927”
“Resale Merchandise $1055”
“Poppy Sales $873”
“Office Expenses $2685”
“Program Services $77609”
“Member Enrollments $17810”
“Dinner/Social Events $13085”
“Web Site Expenses $884”
“Miscellaneous Expense $188”
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