The 2026-2027 ALA administrative year emphasis is on education, with expanding the Spirit of Youth scholarships to two military spouses and celebrating the 20th anniversary of Give 10 to Education. To recognize that anniversary, we are adding Give 20 to Education for this year, with a special appreciation gift to every unit that participates.
Continued support of Honor Flight
For the 2026-2027 year, we will be continuing the national ALA sponsorship of Honor Flight. This amazing opportunity provides a fantastic opportunity for our veterans to travel to Washington, D.C. ALA members from across the country will have the opportunity to participate in mail call. Stay tuned for more information.
Mentorship among leaders
One goal for this year is for department presidents to help better prepare future leaders within departments. This year, several Past National Presidents have volunteered to serve as mentors to each of the new national chairs. Past Department Presidents are encouraged to mentor new chairs, using lessons learned to help the next group of leaders.
Fundraising focus
The Spirit of Youth scholarship is the fundraising focus for 2026-2027, with a special emphasis on two $10,000 scholarships for military spouses.
These two scholarships are in addition to the scholarships that are already part of SOY:
The three separate scholarship opportunities for participants in American Legion Auxiliary programs include one for American Legion Auxiliary Junior members, another for the Junior Members of the Year, and one for participants in the American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation program.
To learn more and donate, visit www.ALAforVeterans.org/Scholarships/Spirit-of-Youth.
