North Mankato American Legion Post 518

09/14/2026

Calling all members...
We have open volunteer slots for Blues On Belgrade and we need your help.
Please stop by the club to see which slots are available and sign up to help.
Remember this is one of our biggest days of the year and we can use your help.

09/09/2026

We are so proud to support the Center for Learning! 🇺🇸✨
The American Legion Post 518 family is honored to have provided 12 new classroom flags, holders, and a new flag for the gym to help inspire the next generation here in our community.
Promoting Americanism, patriotism, and a deep pride in our country among our children and youth is at the very core of what we do. Seeing these flags proudly displayed at the Center for Learning reminds us all that when we invest in our kids, we build a brighter, more united future.
Thank you to the staff and students for this beautiful message and for partnering with us to keep our community strong.
Together, we truly are strong! ❤️🤍💙

09/07/2026

Today, we pause to honor the hard work, dedication, and resilience of the American workforce that built this great nation and keeps it moving forward every single day.
As veterans and community members here in North Mankato, we know that the strength of our country lies in its people. From the tradespeople and educators to the healthcare workers, public servants, and everyone working hard behind the scenes—thank you for your invaluable contributions to our community and our country.
We owe a special debt of gratitude to our fellow veterans who transitioned their dedication from protecting our nation in uniform to building and strengthening our communities at home. Your work ethic is the backbone of America! 💪❤️🤍💙
Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and wonderful holiday with family and friends. Enjoy the well-deserved break!

08/28/2026

Precision. Pride. Patriotism.

Experience the National Color Guard and JROTC Contest as units from across the country showcase their discipline, teamwork, and ceremonial excellence.

Join us at TODAY at 10:30am in Hall D of the convention center for the Color Guard Contest and 2:30pm for the JROTC Contest.

Stream live at youtube.com/americanlegionhq

08/18/2026

⚓️🚢 WELCOME ABOARD, SEA SCOUTS SHIP 518! 🚢⚓️
We are absolutely thrilled to officially share that Sea Scout Ship 518 Mankato is now chartered to North Mankato American Legion Post 518!
We are making some serious waves in our youth community, and we couldn’t be prouder to anchor this fantastic program right here at our Post. It is our absolute honor to help steer these incredible young leaders toward a bright future on the water and shore alike.
Fair winds and following seas to our newest crew members as they embark on this awesome high-adventure journey! 🌊⛵️
Check out the full video below shared by the Scouting Twin Valley to see what these scouts are all about.
👇 Click below to watch the original video:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19Fdb1DAcV/

08/17/2026

🏐🥎 Shoutout to our amazing Post 518 Volleyball and Softball teams! 🥎🏐
We want to send a huge THANK YOU to all the players who stepped up, competed hard, and proudly represented American Legion Post 518 this season.
Thank you for bringing the competitive spirit, the sportsmanship, and making it another incredible season of fun and community. We love watching you out there!

07/30/2026

🎒📚 TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS: AUXILIARY SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE 🎒📚
The North Mankato American Legion Post 518 Auxiliary is gearing up to ensure our local students head back to the classroom with all the tools they need to succeed! We need your help to make this year's drive a massive success.
We are collecting essential items to support kids in our community. If you are out shopping, please consider grabbing a few extra supplies from our list below!
📝 Most Needed Items:
Backpacks (All sizes)
Notebooks & Folders
Pencils, Pens & Highlighters
Crayons & Markers
Glue Sticks & Scissors

📍 Where to Drop Off:
Look for the designated Collection Box located right inside the North Mankato American Legion Post 518.
🏢 Drop-off Location:
256 Belgrade Ave, North Mankato, MN 56003

Every single donation—whether it is a single pack of crayons or a fully stuffed backpack—makes a meaningful difference for local families. Thank you for your incredible generosity and for always standing strong with our community! ❤️🤍💙

07/12/2026

More pictures from the last 2 weeks of great patriotic parades.

07/11/2026