To uphold and defend the constitution of the U.S. of American to maintain law and order, to foster and perpetuate a 100% Americanism, to preserve the memories and incidents of our association in great wars, to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation to combat Autocracy. To assist disabled and needy war veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their dependents and the widows and orphans of deceased veterans. Provide Honor Guard detail to fallen Veterans, and sponsor many state and local programs.
Reported officers (all unpaid)
No paid executives reported in 2024. American Legion Post 8 reported 8 unpaid officers and board members on its 990.
Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2023, the highest total compensation at American Legion Post 8 equaled 11% of the organization's total expenses. The median for public & societal benefit organizations is 10%.
Based on 2,608 public & societal benefit organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.
Revenue and expenses over time
American Legion Post 8 reported revenue and expenses across 2 filing years.
What Public & Societal Benefit executives earn
American Legion Post 8 reported no executive compensation in its latest filing. For context, the highest-paid executive at a comparable public & societal benefit organization nationwide earns a median of $83,690.
These are public & societal benefit sector-wide figures, not this organization's reported pay. Based on 2,612 organizations across 2,612 filings (2021 – 2024).
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Common questions about American Legion Post 8
What are American Legion Post 8's revenue and expenses?
In 2024, American Legion Post 8 reported $143k in total revenue and $142k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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