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AMERICANISM - Promoting patriotism and responsible citizenship.  Includes the Americanism Essay program for grades 3-12, flag etiquette and assisting The American Legion with their Americanism programs.

AUXILIARY EMERGENCY FUND (AEF) - A fund that provides temporary financial assistance to  Auxiliary members during times of financial crisis or disaster.

CHAPLAIN - Providing spiritual and emotional guidance to Auxiliary members when needed or requested.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH - Protecting, caring for and supporting children and youth, particularly those of veterans' and military families.  Recognizing Youth Heroes and youth performing Good Deeds.  Recognizing that Kids of Deployed are Heroes 2.

COMMUNITY SERVICE - Promotes the American Legion Auxiliary while members are volunteering with other community groups, in schools, and serving the public.

CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS - How-to and information about the governance documents of the American Legion Auxiliary at a National, Department, and Unit level.

EDUCATION - Providing classroom activities, literacy programs and other educational support to children and adults, with a special emphasis on children of veterans and active duty members.  Provide educational opportunities through local, Department and National scholarships.

FINANCE - Ensuring the American Legion Department of Utah operates in a fiscally responsible manner and within national, state and local laws and regulations.

GIRLS STATE/GIRLS NATION - A week long program focused on responsible citizenship, leadership and love of God and Country.  Designed for girls between their Junior and Senior year of high school.  ALA Utah Girls State is held at Weber State University in Ogden, UT.  ALA Girls Nation candidates are chosen from ALA Girls State programs for a similar experience in Washington DC.

HISTORIAN - Accurately recording the accomplishments and significant events of the Auxiliary at the National, Department and Unit level.

HISTORY - Organizing and compiling the records and materials at the Unit, Department and National level to preserve our history and provide learning opportunities.

JUNIORS - Inspires Auxiliary youth under 17 to participate in Auxiliary programs so they become engaging, productive members who want to continue their American Legion Auxiliary membership as adults.

LEGISLATIVE - Advocating for veterans in support of The American Legion's legislative agenda at all levels of government.

MEMBERSHIP - Educating the public about the American Legion Auxiliary and inviting them to join us in carrying out our mission to assist veterans, military and their families.

NATIONAL SECURITY - Promoting a strong national defense by supporting service members and their families.  Includes Blue and Gold Star banners, Welcome Home and Farewell activities, and POW/MIA recognition and remembrance.

PAST PRESIDENTS PARLEY - Providing future Auxiliary leaders with mentoring and encouragement from past leaders.  Recognizing outstanding women through the Unit Member of the Year and Salute to Servicewomen awards.

POPPY - Educating people about the sacrifices of our military service members using the image and story of the Flanders Field poppy.  Includes the Poppy Poster contest for grades 2 - 12.

PUBLIC RELATIONS - Promoting Who We Are, What We Do and Why We Matter using traditional and social media platforms.

VETERANS AFFAIRS AND REHABILITATION - Enhancing the lives of US veterans, military and their families through activities such as Gift Shops and Stand Downs and providing service to veterans and active duty members in their homes and hospitals/care centers.