Michigan Legion Media Room

At the November 13 th , District 18 meeting Wally Christensen was honored for his 50 years of dedication to American Legion Baseball program.  He was presented with a plaque from Department Commander Dick Chatman, kind words were said by local leaders and colleagues, and a special poem was written by Craig Hamilton.  Thank You Wally! November 13, 2011 Wally we’re here to honor you For the lives you’ve touched by staying true To values you live by and helped install In your 50 year tenure with American Legion baseball. Thousands of players had a chance to play. You welcomed all teams, none sent away. Players learned teamwork, sportsmanship too, How to work hard and follow through. You lead by example.  Endless hours you shared. At meetings and tournaments, Wally was there. One year, when you should have been off of your feet, You ran district playoffs in over 100 degree heat! Wally, you’re feisty and competitive too. You fight for what’s right.  Your heart stays...

Guy M. Wilson Scholarship Application $500 Scholarship AVAILABLE TO:  Michigan's High School Sons, Daughters or Grandchild of Veterans Planning to Attend a Michigan College.  S election Based On: Students Academic Standing (2.5 GPA minimum) Financial Need Parents Military Service Record Student Academic Goals and Intentions Send applications to District Commander by January 16, 2012 (date received by). See last page of application for District Commanders information. The American Legion Department of Michigan represents over 70,000 members in the State of Michigan. The American Legion was founded in 1919, based on “The Four Pillars”; veteran rehabilitation, Americanism, child welfare, and national security and continued above all its mission as a consumers’ advocate for veterans. For more information contact the Michigan Legion at 517-371-4720 ext 16, mark@michiganlegion.org, or visit our website at www.michiganlegion.org.

William D. & Jewell Brewer Scholarship Application $500 Scholarship AVAILABLE TO:  Residents of Michigan who are a son, daughter or grandchild of a veteran planning to attend any recognized college or university.  Selection Based On: Students Academic Standing  (2.5 GPA minimum) Financial Need Parents Military Service Record Student Academic Goals and Intentions Send applications to District Commander by January 16, 2012 (date received by). See last page of application for District Commanders information. The American Legion Department of Michigan represents over 70,000 members in the State of Michigan. The American Legion was founded in 1919, based on “The Four Pillars”; veteran rehabilitation, Americanism, child welfare, and national security and continued above all its mission as a consumers’ advocate for veterans. For more information contact the Michigan Legion at 517-371-4720 ext 16, mark@michiganlegion.org, or visit our website at www.michiganlegion.org....