Chincoteague Post 159, Inc.
4023 Main Street, PO Box 244Chincoteague, VA 23336-0244 Phone: 757-336-9749
Email: chincoteague.post159@gmail.com Follow us on: Facebook Hours of Operations: TEMPORARILY CLOSED We are opening for meetings only
(We close at 6:00PM the second Tuesday of every month except July & Dec.)
If you have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving - you are eligible for membership in The American Legion!
*Because eligibility dates remain open, all active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join The American Legion at this time, until the date of the end of hostilities as determined by the government of the United States.
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The American Legion Post 159 will be Closed until further notice.
We thank you for your continued support and look forward to see you as soon as possible.
Post Home will be available for official Post 159 meetings as required.
For God and Country,
American Legion Post 159
THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY
Chincoteague Post #159
Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
For Immediate Release
Chincoteague American Legion Family Announces Chincoteague High School Scholarship Recipients
May 28, 2021 - The American Legion Family, Chincoteague Post #159 congratulates the Chincoteague High School graduating class of 2021 on their hard work, dedication, and perseverance throughout their educational journey.
The Legion Family is honored to award several one-time scholarships to deserving students to assist them with the ever-increasing costs associated with higher education at an accredited institution with an education or vocational objective. The more knowledge our young people gain, the better citizens they will become, so investing in the education of our young people is investing in the future of our country. Winners were selected according to academic record, involvement in school and community service, financial need, and essay submission, if required.
The American Legion Family, Chincoteague Post #159 is proud to announce our 2021 Chincoteague High School scholarship recipients.
American Legion Post #159 $1,000 Scholarships are awarded to:
Jack Kelly
Matthew Nicholson & Ayden Leonard
Evan Mason, who will be attending the USCG Academy, will receive a 4 year paid membership to Post #159
Sons of the American Legion Squadron #159 $1,000 Scholarships are awarded to:
Carley Frajda – Joe Wagner Memorial Scholarship
Ashley Lappin – Andy Webb Memorial Scholarship
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 159 $1,000 Scholarships are awarded to:
Caroline Shelley
Matthew Nicholson & Evan Mason
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The Auxiliary asks that you encourage the American Legion Family to please donate needed supplies for the Troop Support Boxes. Lists of needed supplies have been widely distributed and a supply donation box prominently placed in the Legion hall. Once a year the Auxiliary endeavors to send our community service members a Christmas package from home to show our appreciation. This year the Auxiliary will bake 50 dozen homemade cookies to go along with the supplies. The supply items are not expensive and can be easily purchased at a local store and are truly appreciated by our service members.
VA Announces Community Care Call Center to Help Veterans with Choice Program
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Dec. 1, 2015 - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a number of changes to make participation in the Veterans Choice Program easier and more convenient for Veterans who need to use it. The move, which streamlines eligibility requirements, follows feedback from Veterans along with organizations working on their behalf. Click here for details.
Click in the following link to review and download your Veterans Choice toolkit.
Important Changes in the Tax Law for TRICARE Patients.
Click on the link below to see the rule changes.
TRICARE Patients Must Attest to Health Care Coverage
Since our charter in January 1933, our American Legion Post has been welcoming and serving VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country and Community. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, friends and families embodied in our preamble below.
ATTENTION FELLOW VETERANS
Would you like to join your fellow veterans here at Chincoteague Post 159. All you have to do is click on the "Application" link on the left side, fill out the application, then mail your check and a photo copy of your DD Form 214 or other official proof of honorable service with the U. S. Armed Forces to American Legion Post 159, P.O. Box 244, Chincoteague, VA 23336; OR give your check and proof to the Bartender at the Post.
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