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Family Support Network

The American Legion stands by and supports military personnel and their families during service and when they return.

How the Family Support Network Works

SUPPORTING FAMILIES DURING DEPLOYMENT


The American Legion recognizes that families of deployed and activated military personnel face special difficulties and hardships. With the help of the Family Support Network, these families do not have to shoulder this burden alone. Families can request assistance from local American Legion Family members by calling the toll-free number or filling out an online application.


MORE INFORMATION: 800-504-4098 | www.legion.org/fsn


The contact information of the veteran's family member and the reason for the FSN request is collected.


The request is referred to the local American Legion department.


The department refers the call to a local hometown post.


The local post contacts the family and provides the assistance, if resources are available, or refers the family to other local agencies.



In case of financial need, the post provides the necessary funds or assists the family in applying for Temporary Financial Assistance, if minor children are in the home.


Request Assistance

How to Apply

Contact your local American Legion post (find a post) or department headquarters.


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About Temporary Financial Assistance

Since its establishment in 1925, The American Legion Temporary Financial Assistance (TFA) program has awarded cash grants to minor children of current active duty or American Legion members. These grants help families in need meet the cost of shelter, food, utilities and health expenses, thereby keeping the child or children in a more stable environment.



Donate to The American Legion's Temporary Financial Assistance Fund here.

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