Children and Youth

The “future generation” is very important and the focus of much attention.  We contribute to safety and drug prevention programs, the Vienna Teen Center and the Spinoza Bear program for sick children.  We host a Children’s Holiday Party annually in December and sponsor the Junior Law Cadet program, Cub Scout Pack 1139 and Boy Scout Troop 1539.  The Boy Scout Troop meets at Post 180 every Tuesday at 7:30pm. We also award three cash scholarships each year to full-time college or graduate school students.

Our Post conducted the 2007 local competition of the annual American Legion's National High School Oratorical Contest.  The winners, both home school students, are shown below:

Michael Sewall, 2007 Oratorical Winner (Left)
Jonathan Schuenemeyer, 2nd Place Winner (Right)

Service to our Veterans

As veterans, we are very aware of comrades in need.  We are always ready to aid veterans and their families, and ensure that they receive all benefits to which they are entitled.  When the final call comes, we offer bereavement services.  Life insurance,  vision services and discounts for a wide variety of travel-related needs are available.  If you have questions about veteran's benefits or problems with veteran's issues/concerns, please contact our  Service Officer – Charlie Nackos at: 703-938-9535.
Enrollment for Health Benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs--There are several  ways to enroll:
-You can enroll in person at any VA Medical Center
or Clinic.
-You can obtain enrollment assistance by calling VA's Health Benefits Service Center, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM (Eastern Time) at 1-877-222-VETS
-You can also enroll by mailing or faxing the completed Form10-10EZ  to the  Medical Center or Clinic of your choice. 
-You can also obtain additional assistance by contacting your State or County Veterans Service Officer. For telephone listings please consult the blue pages of your local phone book under "United States Offices", then look for "Veterans Affairs".  Internet Link for the VA Enrollment Form 10-10EZ:
https://www.1010ez.med.va.gov/sec/vha/1010ez/

 American Legion Baseball

The Post  has hosted an American Legion Baseball League team since 1966.  The team plays an aggressive schedule which includes participation in an all-star game.  Young men 18 and under are eligible for the team. 

Club 180

We operate a staffed Club providing food, beverages, and legal gaming for members and guests.  Breakfast and lunch are served daily.  Dinners, crab feasts and other events are announced in our Newsletter.  The club is a favorite late afternoon gathering place to meet friends and listen to good music, as well as a terrific place to watch sports events.

The club features a 60”  television with cable access.  Darts, billiards and shuffle board are also available.

American Legion National Student Oratorical Contest

Win $18,000 in The American Legion’s National High School Oratorical Contest

 The purpose of The American Legion’s National High School Oratorical Contest is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of the duties and responsibilities, the rights and privileges of American citizenship.  Scholarship prizes at the national level are:  $18,000, 1^st Place; $16,000, 2^nd Place; $14,000, 3^rd Place.

High School Students are invited to participate in the first level of competition sponsored by American Legion Post 180, 330 North Center Street, Vienna, VA. 22180 on Saturday, January 12th,2008, at 10 am.   Visit www.legion.org for more details.  Click here to download more information.    Local Coordinator is: Ron Patterson, 703-319-1095.