2025-11-17T11:02:31-05:00 2024-06-30 990 2023-07-01 840004975 AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DEPARTMENT OF COLORADO AMER 3033675388 7465 E 1ST AVE STE D DENVER CO 802306877 Tracy Trujillo Finance Chair 7197781177 2025-11-17 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X Tracy Trujillo 7465 E 1ST AVE STE D DENVER CO 80230 320254 false X X 1939 CO We support and advocate for veterans educate our citizens mentor youth and promote patriotism good citizenship peace and security. 4525 0 1 4524 0 0 113732 123940 160843 196314 0 0 0 0 274575 320254 76616 147906 12518 21893 40686 36612 0 0 0 55618 74530 185438 280941 89137 39313 437922 447860 0 0 437922 447860 The ALA Dept of CO mission is to support the American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who served by enhancing the lives of our veterans military and their families both at home and abroad. For God and Country we advocate for veterans educate our citizens mentor youth and promote patriotism Americanism good citizenship peace and National security. The American Legion Auxiliary is dedicated to supporting the mission of The American Legion by honoring and serving veterans their families and our communities. We advocate for veterans educate citizens mentor youth and promote patriotism responsible citizenship peace and security. false false 58825 0 94432 The American Legion Auxiliary Colorado Girls State program is one of the nations most respected experiential learning opportunities. Guided by the principle For God and Country this program reflects the ALA mission to honor those who have secured our freedom while preparing young women to be future leaders grounded in patriotism and Americanism. The programs objectives are to deepen participants understanding of American government freedoms and traditions; to inspire young women from all backgrounds to engage in civic life; and to cultivate a lasting appreciation for the democratic process and those who defend it. ALA Colorado Girls State fosters confidence leadership and lifelong friendships. The program is fully funded by the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado and is held over one week at a college or university within the state. 23969 0 29199 The American Legion Auxiliary proudly supports facilities within the Veterans Health Administration system including VA Medical Centers and Community Living Centers across Colorado. These centers provide vital high-quality healthcare services to veterans-ranging from surgery and diagnostics to primary care and rehabilitation. Many of our veterans face financial hardship or homelessness and these facilities offer essential care support and rehabilitation resources for them and their families. The ALA contributes to this mission through monetary and in-kind donations as well as volunteer service. Members dedicate countless hours assisting at front desks serving as Red Coat Ambassadors and supporting patient and visitor needs. In addition the American Legion Auxiliary supports the Fisher House in Aurora Colorado. The Fisher House provides a home away from home for veterans and their families while a loved one receives medical care at the VA hospital or an approved facility. This program honors the sacrifices of our service members and strives to meet humanitarian needs beyond those provided by the VA. 38349 0 18674 n May 2024 Colorado had the honor of hosting the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival. This inspiring event brings together veterans from across the nation to celebrate the healing power of the arts while fostering learning connection and friendship. The American Legion Auxiliary local and National organization has long been a proud supporter of the Creative Arts program. As the host state the ALA Department of Colorado provided a welcoming hospitality suite where veterans and their caregivers could could relax enjoy refreshments and share camaraderie. In addition each participant received a gift as a token of appreciation and support from the Department. 3673 0 2498 The American Legion Auxiliary Emergency Fund AEF provides temporary financial assistance to eligible Auxiliary members facing unexpected hardships. Funded through generous donations the AEF helps members recover from natural disasters financial crises or other emergencies allowing them to regain stability and continue supporting the mission of service to veterans military and their families. Donations are sent to the Department and Department forwards to the National Organization. 0 0 0 The Child Wellbeing Foundation CWF focuses on supporting programs that enhance the physical emotional and social well-being of children. Through grants and donations the foundation helps provide essential resources education and opportunities that empower children to thrive in safe and nurturing environments. Our members submit donations to support the fundraising efforts of the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Colorado. 5000 0 3171 The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado Scholarship program support educational opportunities for deserving students across the state. These donations help provide scholarships to youth who demonstrate academic excellence leadership and a commitment to community and service. Through these contributions the Auxiliary invests in the future by empowering the next generation to achieve their educational and career goals. 0 0 200 The American Legion Auxiliary supports a variety of programs and activities dedicated to the well-being of children and youth. 1088 0 982 The American Legion Auxiliary supports Junior Activities through funds generated from membership dues and generous donations. These resources help provide leadership opportunities educational programs and community service projects that inspire Juniors to grow in patriotism and service. 9761 0 6851 130904 false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false 0 0 true 1 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false 0 0 false false false 4525 0 false false false false false true true true true false true true true false true false true false false CO X Laruie Kuntz 3033675388 7465 E 1ST AVE STE D DENVER CO 802306877 X Theresa Rose Lena Secretary Treasurer 32.00 0.00 X X X 33027 0 0 Janelle Mendelson ALA Department President 20.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Casey Rigerman President Elect 15.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Shelley McLatchie Vice President 15.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Deb Davis Historian 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Judy Sadler Chaplain 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Cat Apodaca Sergeant at Arms 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Laurie Kuntz National Executive Committee Officer 15.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Bettina Kossow Immediate Past President 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 33027 0 0 0 false false false 0 123423 517 0 0 0 0 123940 Program Income 6854 0 0 0 Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation 47973 0 0 0 Presidents Project 16646 0 0 0 Girls State 94432 0 0 0 Delegate Fees Meetings 15385 0 0 0 15024 0 0 0 196314 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 320254 0 0 0 X 147906 147906 0 0 0 0 21893 21893 27266 21813 5453 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9346 7477 1869 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 201 0 201 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 865 433 432 0 2169 1735 434 0 4116 2470 1646 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12742 12742 0 0 0 0 0 0 52439 52439 0 0 0 0 0 0 1998 999 999 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 280941 269907 11034 0 0 0 0 0 357725 365484 80197 82376 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 437922 447860 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 144032 170671 293890 277189 437922 447860 437922 447860 39313 0 0 0 0 0 X false false false false Item B - Amended Return The American Legion Auxiliary must file an amended Form 990 to ensure our financial reporting is accurate transparent and fully aligned with IRS requirements. After reviewing our records we identified information that requires correction or clarification. Filing an amended return protects our organizations integrity maintains compliance and upholds the trust of our members donors and regulatory partners. Part VI, Line 7a The American Legion Auxiliary elects officers once each year at the Department Convention. The membership elects the President President-Elect Vice President Chaplain Historian and Sergeant-at-Arms. The President appoints the Parliamentarian and the Secretary Treasurer with both appointments confirmed by the membership during the convention. Part VI, Line 7b The American Legion Auxiliary Executive Committee reviews and approves any changes recommended by the Constitution and Bylaws Committee before presenting them to the general membership for a final vote at the end-of-year conference. The Executive Committee also approves any budget modifications submitted by the Finance Committee. Part VI, Line 11a The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado maintains a website alacolorado.org where we provide full financial disclosure including access to our filed Form 990. Part VI, Line 15 The American Legion Auxiliary Human Resources Committee obtains performance reviews from four different officers or committee chairs which are then provided to the employee for consideration during the annual employment contract review. Part VI, Line 19 The American Legion Auxiliary provides information to both members and the public through our website alacolorado.org. In addition we distribute a weekly members-only newsletter in which financial statements and the Form 990 are also published for review.