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The Department of Georgia – CONVENTION – Registration form
It’s time to registering for the JUNE – Department of Georgia Convention. The QR code to the left will take you to the events page, where you can register on-line and pay online. Events Link Press Here
Please note that their are no more DOUBLE rooms available only Kings are available now.
Remember at this Convention, your POST will be voting for our next year’s Leadership positions (July 2026-June 2027). Each post gets to vote. BUT you have to be present at the convention to vote.
CLICK this link to see the individual nominations for people running for officer positions.
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
WELCOME to the
Department of Georgia Website
Commander Michael Schwartz.
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).
DATE – 27 May 2026
Department Commanders’ Pass Down log
Memorial Day was observed across the nation this week, and the Department of Georgia had events across our state. Thank you all for remembering those who paid the ultimate cost for our freedom. “Lest we never forget”.
The annual department convention will be held at the end of the month. Please make every effort to attend, even if it is just for the voting on the resolution amending the Constitution and By-Laws, as well as a new slate of department officers. Those events will take place during the Saturday session. A link for registration is on the website.
Membership is strong, and the work of every post and district to make the goal has proven that those who work on membership see success in their membership numbers. Let’s close out strong and bring in those last members from the 400 list to help us push towards a 100% department. Thank you so much to those who took membership seriously this year.
Keep up the great work, and I’ll see you at the Convention!
“Only those who will risk going too far can find out how far one can go.” T.S. Eliot
Commander Michael Schwartz
Election For Officers (2025-2026 yr)
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
Department of Georgia Membership Status
Current Membership
- 2025-2026 Membership Goals for May 13 – 100% 93.24%
Current DOG % as per 11 May 2026
Current national ranking is 29nd
May 2026 Year End Goal
Department of Oregon – seeking a new Deptartment Adjutant
The American Legion Department of Oregon is seeking a qualified and committed individual to serve as the Department Adjutant. Applicants may submit a resume covering a minimum of 10-years via e-mail or regular mail to the following address, to be received no later than June 12, 2026. CLICK here to see Job description Adjutant Department of Oregon
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)
