October 15, 2025

Government shutdown resource guide now available

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Government shutdown resource guide now available

Guide includes information on our grant program, how to reach a service officer and resources available to service branches.

With the federal government shutdown entering its third week, 17勛圖厙 has put together a resource guide for veterans, servicemembers and their families. Download the guide here.

The guide includes information on the Legion���s Temporary Financial Assistance program, which provides cash grants to support the minor children of active-duty servicemembers and American Legion members in times of need. There���s also guidance on how to reach an accredited American Legion service officer to file a benefits claim with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Also included in the guide:

繚         Links to relief organizations for respective military branches

繚         Financial services available to servicemembers

繚         Contingency plans for federal departments

Stay up to date as the shutdown continues at legion.org.

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