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Nonprofit Org.U.S. POSTAGE

P A I DThe American

Legion

THE AMERICAN LEGIONP.O. Box 361656Indianapolis, IN 46236-1656

P136280

Proudly Made in the USA

The favor of your reply is requested.

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Prints 2/1: Reflex Blue & Black / Black Lasers in black 7-1/2" x 14" (Folded Size: 7-1/2" x 10" / Donation Card: 7 1/2" x 4")

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THE FUTURE DEPENDS ON YOU Donation Card

YES, I want to help our nation’s heroes again this year. My generous contribution reaffirmsmy commitment to insure that no veteran — young or old — falls through the cracks of our systemand is forgotten. Enclosed is my gift of:

Use enclosed envelope or mail to:P.O. Box 361656Indianapolis, IN 46236-1656Thank you!

THE AMERICAN LEGIONP.O. Box 361656Indianapolis, IN 46236-1656www.Legion.org

THE AMERICAN LEGION

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Dear <<Name>>,

We are at a critical juncture in our country today.

Thousands of our brave service members have returned home aftera long war in Iraq while many more continue to serve our country inAfghanistan and around the world.

Many of our veterans are returning home with serious injuries —both physical and mental. Even more are in need of special servicesand support within their communities.

We must make sure not a single veteran falls through the cracks.

In thanks for not forgetting America’s active-duty military andveterans, I’ve enclosed a very special gift. Please accept theenclosed American Legion all-occasion cards with pride. You deserverecognition as a patriot who really toes the line for America’smilitary!

It’s reliable, loyal friends like you who make this nationgreat. YOU understand the new battles...the challenges...our newveterans will face. You understand that, no matter what, we must doall we can to support these courageous men and women who are cominghome and need help transitioning back into civilian life.

Once again, <<NAME>>, we must make sure our heroes receive thehelp they need as they return home.

From one patriot to another, I’m asking you to step forward andlend your support to our wounded...our military families...ourAmerican heroes. If you can manage another gift of <<$XX>>, <<$XX>>or even <<$XX>>, I’ll see to it that it’s used to honor and protectveterans and their families in their time of need. Your generouscontribution will help The American Legion:

• Pay for utilities, groceries, childcare, and more for militaryfamilies whose lives are in chaos after long, recurringdeployments through our Temporary Financial Assistance program (TFA).

Please make check payable to: The American Legion

� I’d like to pay by credit card (see reverse).

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• Provide direct assistance to veterans returning home from warthrough our Heroes to Hometowns program. This community-basedprogram connects veterans with the services they need withintheir own communities. We also help them understand and accessVA benefits they earned, while helping to appeal disabilityclaims.

• Protect the children of military families with The AmericanLegion Legacy Scholarship Fund. Providing for the education ofchildren whose mother or father made the ultimate sacrifice inwar is our moral duty.

These are just a few of the programs made possible by good people like you. And every gift you make to The American Legion istax-deductible.

You can count on this: We are duty-bound to America’s veteransand active-duty military! We will not stand by and watch a herostumble and fall!

It’s not right...it’s just not our way. I know you feel the same. When The American Legion was founded, our constitution pledged“devotion to mutual helpfulness.” These aren’t just words. This is asolemn promise to our comrades and our community.

It’s a promise I know you hold in your heart...in the Americanvalues that guide your life.

I’m asking you to join us — and thousands of other concernedpatriots across the country — in our pledge to help our troops andveterans. Especially those who suffer horrible wounds and serioustrauma as a result of their service...and those families with lovedones who fell in the line of duty.

Please fill out the attached donation card and return it in theenvelope I have provided. I truly feel blessed because I know youare standing with our veterans and are willing to help!

Thank you and may God bless you and your family.

Sincerely,

William A. PeaseNational Development DirectorThe American Legion

P.S. The all-occasion cards are my gift to you because you’re such a loyal friend to America’s troops and veterans. You’re notobligated, but if you could please manage a gift right now it would certainly mean a lot.

Planning for the Future?� Please send me information on supporting our veterans with a bequest to The American

Legion in my will.� I have already left The American Legion in my will.

If you wish to modify your communications with us, please mail us or call us at 1-800-433-3318.

CREDIT CARD PAYMENT INFORMATION

I wish to charge my donation to:

Card Number:

Expiration Date: ________/________ Dollar Amount $ _______________

Signature: ______________________________________________________________Month Year

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From

PO BOX 361656INDIANAPOLIS IN 46236-1656

THE AMERICAN LEGION

Thank you

for paying

postage

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Your gift is very much appreciated and may be deductible as a charitable contribution. Please consult with your tax advisor for additional information. A copy of our latest financial report may be obtained by writing to The American Legion (for MINNESOTA only to The American Legion Charities, a 501(c)(3) trust), PO Box 361656, Indianapolis, IN46236, 317-630-1200. If you are a resident of one of these states, you may obtain financial information directly from the state agency: FLORIDA – A COPY OF THE OFFICIALREGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, 1-800-435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.Florida Registration CH2010. GEORGIA – A full and fair description of the programs of The American Legion and our financial statement summary is available upon request at theoffice and phone number indicated above. MARYLAND – For the cost of copies and postage, Office of the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401. MISSISSIPPI –The organization’s official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. Registration by theSecretary of State does not imply endorsement. NEW JERSEY – INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/ocp.htm#charity. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOESNOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. NEW YORK – Office of the Attorney General, Department of Law, Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. NORTH CAROLINA – FINANCIAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS ORGANIZATION AND A COPY OF ITS LICENSE ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE STATE SOLICITATION LICENSING BRANCH AT 1-888-830-4989. THE LICENSE IS NOT AN ENDORSEMENT BY THE STATE. PENNSYLVANIA – The official registrationand financial information of The American Legion may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registrationdoes not imply endorsement. VIRGINIA – Virginia State Office of Consumer Affairs, Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services, PO Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218.WASHINGTON – Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504-0422, 1-800-332-4483. WEST VIRGINIA – Residents may obtaina summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. Registration with any of these state agencies does not implyendorsement, approval or recommendation by any state.

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Art by Artist’s Name P139868T h i n k i n g o f Y o u

Proudly made in the USA

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. . .a s f r i e n d s o f T e n d o

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Brighter daysa r e a h e a d

Proudly made in the USA

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Sending

sunshine and good wishesyour way.

Feel better Soon!

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WithSympathy

Gone

from our

sightbut not

from our

hearts.

Proudly made in the USAArt by Artist’s NameP136856

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Caring thoughts and

prayers are with you at this

difficult time

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ThankssoMuch

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Art by Artist’s Name P134906Sending Birthday Wishes to You

Proudly made in the USA

May this day be all it was meant to be!

Art by Artist’s Name P132657Proudly made in the USA

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