American Legion Riders Post 737

American Legion Riders (ALR) was established in 1993 as a Post level activity at Garden City American Legion Post 396.

Today there are more than 700 ALR group at the Post, District and Department levels whose membership consists of: The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion who share a common interest in motorcycle ownership and pleasure riding for veterans.

The ALR exists in at least 48 states and three foreign countries. 

The purpose of the ALR is to use their common interest and association to promote aims and purposes of The American Legion as well as promotion of motorcycle safety and awareness.

Our Organization

During the 2006 and 2007 calendar years, ALR raised more than $500,000 for The American Legion Legacy Scholarship. At the local level ALR groups contributions were valued at more than $75,000 in contribution or volunteer hours to support the programs of The American Legion.

 Membership grown in The American Legion has increased in many Posts that have supported ALR and in some cases these members now serve in leadership positions within The American Legion.

For additional information about membership contact Cindy Barnes.

Who We Are

The ALR supports those serving in uniform today through participation in such activities as the Patriot Guard, which was found by the Department of Kansas ALR. It's purpose was to provide escorts for our fallen heroes returning from war and taking care of the needs of the families left behind.

 The following guidelines are recommended for The ALR program of The American Legion:

1. All members of The American Legion Riders Shall be current members of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of The American Legion.

2. Each ALR member shall own a motorcycle.

3. Each ALR member shall be properly licensed and insured as required by state law.

4. All ALR members shall strive to maintain the image of The American Legion, at all times upholding The American Legion name and emblem, which symbolizes the integrity and principles of this great organization. 

5. All The ALR groups shall avoid the perception of being a motorcycle club or biker club.

6. The only recognized American Legion Rider logo is that which is copyrighted and sold through The American Legion National Emblem sales.

7. All Members will obey the motorcycle laws of their state.

8. No use of rockers with the ALR patch because touching the patch violates trademark laws of the ALR patch.

9. Sponsoring organization (Post and Department) will review liability insurance coverage to ensure the adequate coverage is available to cover the organization to include coverage for any specific special riding events.

 The American Legion Rider groups shall abide by The American Legion Constitution and By-Laws as well as the established Post and Department directives.

 Also, The American Legion National Headquarters and the respective Departments shall maintain general oversight of the ALR Program as regards to proper use of the name and emblem of The American Legion, ALR and The American Legion Legacy Run, and compliance with the  National Constitution and By-Laws of The American Legion.