The American Legion - Department of Georgia
Veterans serving Veterans
WELCOME to the updated Dept of GA Website
You will find HOT news for the Department right here with links to information you need to know.
The DOG is still in the process of hiring a Depart Adjutant
If you’re interested in the adjutant position, please click here to see the Job Description
Until a new Department Adjutant is hired, Mr Jim Fultz will serve as the Interim Dept Adjutant. Updated contact info is provided below:
- Department Commander – Michael Schwartz – commander@georgialegion.org commander@georgialegion.org
- Interm Department Adjutant – Jim Fultz – JimFultz@georgialegion.org
- Depart Headquarters Admin Staff – Ben Sinclair – Ben@georgialegion.org
- Depart Headquarters Admin Staff – Sandra Jordan, 404.395.2116 or Info@georgialegion.com
Backup Webmaster – we need you to help run the DOG website. Contact Webmaster@Georgialegion.org if you are interested.
Department of Georgia – Election Results (2025-2026)
Commander – Michael Schwartz
NEC – Phil Youngblood
Alt NEC – Randy Goodman
Senior Vice – Ray Humphrey
Vice Commanders –
1) Ricky Baugh
2) Bob Carpenter
3) Thomas Pinkney
4) Robert Russel
5) James Watson
Treasurer – Tommy Treadway
Governor Kemp addresses the DOG Convention 2025
The American Legion National Convention
Tampa, FL – 22-28 Aug 2025.
Attached is the Convention and Events Registration Form – NOTE Deadline for action is 21 July 2025.
Registration Form – National Convention
2025-2026 Committees are being formed and assigned by our new DOG commander – a list committees and members are attached – Click here
Law Cadet Academy - sponsored by American Legion Post 112
Department of Georgia Membership Status
48th PLACE NATIONALLY
Current Membership
- as of July 10, 2025 Membership Goal 100% 90.52%
3,199 TO REACH 100%
84.29 % RENEWAL
Membership Goal 2025
Membership is the key to a healthy organization
THE AMERICAN LEGION:
Stands at the heart of our nation’s commitment to honoring and supporting those in the Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force) who are serving, have served, and their families!
The American Legion Department of Georgia – has been a steadfast pillar in our Georgia communities championing the rights and well-being of veterans, and their families.
The American Legion Mission:
At the American Legion, our mission is clear: to provide unwavering support to the men and women who have bravely defended our nation.
We are a non-profit organization driven by a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of those who have selflessly served our country.
Through a myriad of programs and initiatives, we strive to enhance the lives of veterans and their families, fostering a sense of camaraderie and community.
Today, the No. 1 issue facing the veteran community is suicide, according to the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report. It is estimated that between 17 and 22 veterans or servicemembers take their lives each day. That’s more than 6,000 annually. The rate of suicide for veterans is more than 50% higher than that of non-veteran adults. As the Global War on Terrorism continues, there will be more veterans facing mental-health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder.
The American Legion!
Membership in the American Legion is open to all veterans who have served honorably, as well as active-duty service members. By joining our ranks, you become a part of a rich tradition of service and a network of individuals dedicated to making a difference.
American Legion Auxiliary
The American Legion: Founded in 1919, The American Legion is the nation’s largest and most influential veterans service organization. It is made up of 1.6 million wartime veterans who focus activities on the organization’s Four Pillars: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Defense, Americanism, and Children & Youth.
Sons of The American Legion
Sons of The American Legion was founded in 1932 and currently there are more than 397,000 members
Members include males of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the U.S. military and were eligible for American Legion Membership.
Mission is to support veterans and their families.
American Legion Riders
With over 110,000 American Legion Riders in more than 2,000 chapters across every domestic department and at least three foreign countries, the community is united in service and camaraderie.