Veterans serving Veterans
WELCOME to the
Department of Georgia Website
Commander Michael Schwartz.
DATE – 20 June 2026
LAST
Department Commanders’ Pass Down log
Georgia, as I prepare to hand my gavel over to the newly elected commander next weekend, I’d like to inspire everyone to attend the convention starting next weekend. As a department, we have grown as a family and in our unity. Pride is too small a word to describe the feeling I have for all of those individuals who put differences aside and focused on the good of the Legion and the veterans we serve. Those who showed their loyalty through words and deeds are truly appreciated and I will never be able to fully repay you for your dedication to your fellow Legionnaires.
Enjoy the convention as I wish all of you “Fair Winds and Following Seas.”
Michael Schwartz,
Department of Georgia
Commander (2025-2026)
What is coming next for (2026-2027)
Department of Georgia Membership Status
DOG finished 21st in the national ranking
at the June national deadline
95.29%
Click below to see the DOG Convention AGENDA
The Department of Georgia – CONVENTION – ONLINE Registration is CLOSED
ONLINE registration for the DOG Convention has been CLOSED (as of 20 June 2026). If you have not purchased your ticket yet you can purchase it at the registration table at the convention.
To Be VOTED on at DOG Convention
Resolution 2026-1 – Revision of the DOG Constitution and Bylaws
The Department of GA Constitution and Bylaws, dated 29 June 2024, contained conflicts between the two documents. This revision corrects those conflicts and supports other changes.
SEE RESOLUTIONS – for more info on changes – CLICK HERE for RESOLUTION 2026-1
Click here to see REVISED Constitution and Bylaws dated – 27 June 2026.
OFFICIAL CALL for DOG Convention
The Department of GA Constitution, Article V, Section 1, is hereby called to meet at the Sonesta.
SEE OFFICIAL CALL – CLICK HERE for OFFICIAL CALL
Click on the picture of the shirt
to purchase your shirt online.
Updated
Information about the NATIONAL Conference in Louisville, Ky – 27 Aug – 3 Sep has been added to the EVENTS page on this website. Hotel info is there to reserve your rooms now for this event.
2026-2027 Department of Georgia – Commanders Shirt (for sale)
A picture of the Department Commanders Shirt for the 2026-2027 Legion Year is show to the left. It is requested that all purchase one of these shirts to represent Georgia and show off at meetings and other legion events during the year. (The cost of the shirt is $30.00).
The Shirt this year will come in both a Men’s and Women’s version. Youn can reserve your shirt by ordering online by clicking the picture of the shirt to the left.. It can then be picked up at the Department Convention or at Organizational Day, or you can request that it be shipped to you.
(Organizational Day is scheduled for July 11, 2026 #@ Post 172 in Warner Robins, Ga.)
It is especially requested and encouraged that ALL delegates attending the National Convention and/or National Membership Workshop purchase one of these shirts.
SUPPORT GEORGIA VETERAN'S FUND
🎯 WANTED: ONE MUSTACHE FOR A MISSION Goal: $35,000 for Georgia Veterans They say, “With great mustache comes great responsibility…” and Department Commander Michael Schwartz is proving it! Help us meet our goal of $35,000 to support the Georgia Veterans Fund, which benefits:
• Georgia-area VA Hospitals
• The Georgia War Veterans Home
If the goal is met, Commander Schwartz will shave the mustache—live—at the 2026 Department Convention! This isn’t just about facial hair. It’s about veterans helping veterans. Every dollar goes directly to programs that improve the lives of those who’ve served. Make your donation today and help us shave the stash for a cause! 🪖 Donations can also be made in person at Department Headquarters, Convention, or by using the QR Code or link below to access an online payment system.
CLICK LINK TO DONATE
From DOG HQs/Adjutant
At the bottom of the page is the current Department of Georgia Contact information. Please use the primary Headquarters phone number: 678-289-8883, to contact any of the below during normal business hours. The main email address for Department Headquarters is: info@georgialegion.org.
Normal business hours 8:00 – 4:30 (M-F).
Department of Georgia Contact Info (as of Sep 2025)
- Department of Georgia Commander – Michael Schwartz — commander@georgialegion.org — 770-689-8844
- Department of Georgia Adjutant – Jim Fultz — jimfultz@georgialegion.org – 470-707-8469
- DOG Assistant Adjutant – Sandra Jordan — sjordan@georgialegion.org – 470-522-1299 –(Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Department)
- DOG Admin Support – Alva Drayton — adrayton@georgialegion.org – 470-707-7159 — (Assists with all Travel payment requests and Post Loans)
- DOG Membership Support – Ben Sinclair — ben@georgialegion.org – 770-328-2884 — (Assists with all Membership functions, Also Admin Facebook page)
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DOG Webmaster – Mark Gelhadt – webmaster@georgialegion.org – 770-331-8051 — (Maintain and upkeep of DOG website)
