Breakfast 8-16-25 (Sat) from 7 to 11 am.
Serving Stanislaus County & the City of Modesto, California for over 100 years
American Legion Modesto Post 74
Oratorical Contest
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Young orators earn some of the most generous college scholarships available to high school students. The overall national contest winner gets a $25,000 scholarship. Second place takes home $22,000 and third gets $20,000. For more information, click here www.legion.org
Continued Service
Our dedicated group of veterans span all eras and conflicts. We continue to serve in our local community by remembering those who served before us, sponsoring youth programs, and playing an active role in our community events especially those that promote patriatisom.
Camaraderie
At American Legion Modesto Post 74, we are more than a non-profit; we are a brotherhood. You are not just a number to us; you are our sister or brother-in-arms.
Community
We are a congressionally chartered veterans organization which has been serving this community for over 100 years. At American Legion Modesto Post 74 we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for veterans and their families. When you choose us, you become part of our community.
Breakfast Every Third Saturday of the month
TheAmerican Legion hosts a full service breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 am. Made to order omelets, sausages, hash browns and other items. Come join us.
Modesto Post 74 Leadership
General meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Stanislaus County Veterans Building located at 3500 Coffee Rd, Suite 15, Conference Room 114 at 6 p.m.
Mailing address: PO Box 3169, Modesto, CA 95353
Phone: (209) 661-5313
CURRENT LEADERSHIP
FY - 2025-2026
Commander Timothy Gilbert
1st Vice Commander Steve Fimbrez
2nd Vice Commander David Roddick
3rd Vice Commander Richard Fetzer
Finance Officer Absalon Y. Gagaza
Adjutant (Currently Vacant)
Chaplain Curtis Varvel
Sergeant-at-Arms Steve Riggs
Want to support us?
Volunteer your Time
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Volunteer your Time
Time is everything and in organizations like this sometimes all we need is a little of your time. Reach out to let us know that you have time available to volunteer and we can gladly help you find something that fits your schedule and our needs.
Attend our Events
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Volunteer your Time
Click the button below for our events dates and time. We would appreciate your presence and participation, come see what we are about and how we serve our community.
Our Legion does not handle hall rentals please contact the building manager Mr. Robert Daniel at 209-567-4671 for any inquiries regarding event venue rentals.
Consider a making a Donation
Consider a making a Donation
Consider a making a Donation
Every dollar helps. Here at the American Legion Modesto Post 74, we are an active community who continuously gives back by supporting youth groups, such as Boys State, Girls State, & Cub Scouts, among others. We support grieving families by way of the honor guard at no cost to the family. However, as all of these activities have a cost
Every dollar helps. Here at the American Legion Modesto Post 74, we are an active community who continuously gives back by supporting youth groups, such as Boys State, Girls State, & Cub Scouts, among others. We support grieving families by way of the honor guard at no cost to the family. However, as all of these activities have a cost please consider donating to us today. We thank you for supporting us in our continued service to the community. Your contribution is greatly appreciated.