Legion Riders

Today, American Legion Riders programs are organized by chapters, districts, and departments across the nation. They support Americanism, Children and Youth programs, veterans' causes, and community service initiatives. One of the fastest-growing and most visible programs offered by The American Legion, the American Legion Riders, is a diverse group that supports a wide range of initiatives.

What do American Legion Riders do? The activities are far too many to mention, but here are a few examples:

• American Legion Riders chapters and districts have become generous supporters of the American Legacy Scholarship Fund.
• Legion Riders participate in the annual POW/MIA Rally held each Memorial Day weekend in Washington, D.C., known as Rolling Thunder.
• Legion Riders sponsor or participate in local and national charity events in support of the sponsoring American Legion Post.
• Legion Riders ride to raise money for organizations such as local VA hospitals, battered women and children's centers, Children and Youth programs, schools for blind children, veterans relief, needy families, and many others.
• Legion Riders founded a national movement called Patriot Guard, which honors and protects the sanctity of military funerals and memorial services.
• Legion Riders have formed special motorcycle honor guards and ceremonial teams, highlighting the bonds formed in military service and the motorcycling community.
• Legion Riders have also begun teaching motorcycle and driver safety in the community and in schools in cooperation with ABATE and other national motorcycling organizations.

Remember: American Legion Riders are a dedicated group of Legion Family members. When your Post or district sponsors a new Riders organization, you create a win/win situation for your Post, district, and Department.