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Our Mission
Rooted in service, guided by purpose
American Legion Post 32 is a veteran service organization rooted in local support, advocacy, and community engagement in Papillion, La Vista, and Ralston.
We are a community of veterans and volunteers committed to continuing a legacy of service—supporting those who have served and strengthening the community around them.
Through the dedication of our members and supporters, Post 32 continues to make a meaningful impact bringing people together, honoring those who served, and strengthening our local community.
What We Do & Why It Matters
Through outreach, advocacy, and community involvement, Post 32 works to ensure veterans and their families are supported, connected, and recognized. From honoring service to building opportunities for future generations, our work reflects a continued commitment to service beyond the uniform.
Service doesn’t end when military duty does. Veterans and their families continue to need connection, support, and community. Post 32 exists to ensure that no veteran stands alone and that the values of service and sacrifice continue to shape the future.
Our Programs
American Legion Baseball
American Legion Post 32 supports Papillion La-Vista High School, Papillion South High School, and Ralston High School. For schedules or general info, click “Learn More” below. To contact the program administrator, click “Contact NALB” (Nebraska American Baseball).
Cornhuskers Boys State
The American Legion Cornhusker Boys State is held annually during the summer before the senior year of high school, typically during the first week of June, on the main campus of the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. Post 32 will select high-school juniors to attend the program and sponsors those individuals.
Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program
The American Legion Department of Nebraska Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program is held annually during the summer before the senior year of high school, typically during the middle of June, at the Nebraska State Patrol Training Academy in Grand Island.
Oratorical Contest
The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. There is no application for this competition. Interested participants should contact their local high school Guidance Counselor, Speech Instructor, or the American Legion Post 32.
Post 32 Scholarships
American Legion Scholarship Information
American Legion Post 32 is proud to partner with the Papillion, Lavista and Ralston Community School District in offering “Investing In Our Future” scholarships to our communities youth.
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship. Available to children of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001 OR Children of post-9/11 veterans having been assigned a combined disability rating of 50 percent or greater by the Department of Veterans Affairs also qualify. Here’s the link: https://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy
The Fisher Houses Scholarship. Open to unmarried dependent children under the age of 23 who possess a valid Uniformed Services identification card. A students parent(s)/sponsor must be one of the following: active duty, reserve/guard, deceased, or retired from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard or Space Force. Check Fisher House Scholarships
Nebraska Department of The American Legion scholarships. http://www.nebraskalegion.net/Programs/Scholarships.html32.