The American Legion Riders (ALR) are members of the American Legion who are also motorcycle enthusiasts. They can participate in parades, partaking in motorcycling events, and support the communities in which they live, work, and play. Members of the ALR come from the Legion, the Legion Auxiliary, and the Sons of the American Legion. The American Legion Riders were formed to participate in parades and other ceremonies in keeping with the Aims and Purposes of the American Legion. To promote motorcycle safety programs and to provide a social atmosphere for American Legion members who share the same interest.

The American Legion Riders Chapter 323 is American Legion Riders Chapter 323 is well known for its charitable work, which has raised thousands of dollars for local children’s hospitals, schools, veterans’ homes, and severely wounded servicemembers and scholarships. Chapter 323, Riders group has participated in The American Legion Legacy Run to raise money for the Legacy Scholarship Fund, which was established to provide scholarships to children of U.S. military personnel killed on Sept. 11, 2001. One of our own, Jeanette “Nette” Smith, has been an asset to the Legion Riders Chapter 323 by volunteering as a cook, meal planner, fundraiser, and on multiple committees. Don Dean, commander of the Riders, stated, “Nette dedicates herself to the success of the American Legion, and she is the definition of a volunteer.” Nette promotes and supports programs of the American Legion through the Legion Riders.

If you want to join the American Legion, Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion, and American Legion Riders, please stop by the American Legion Post 323. One member, such as Nette, would be happy to assist you.