American Legion Riders Chapter 284 Belleview, FL

American Legion Riders Chapter 284 Belleview, FL A MC Assoc. operating within the AL. Provides an atmosphere where Post, Aux. & S.A.L. members, who shared an enthusiasm for motorcycles can come together.

In the fall of 1993, Chuck (Tramp) Dare shared a dream with then Post Commander (Polka) Bill Kaledas at the American Legion Post 396 in Garden City, Michigan. The idea came about to start a motorcycle association that would operate within the American Legion. The idea was to provide an atmosphere where Post, Auxiliary and S.A.L. members, who shared an enthusiasm for motorcycles, could come togethe

r. In 2003, Florida adopted the Riders program and in October of 2007, Resolution 35 was adopted, and the American Legion Riders became a National program of The American Legion. Members of the American Legion Riders are involved in many diverse programs. By allowing each American Legion Rider Chapter to give their members the ability to manage their program at the Post level, the program has been allowed to grow. Today there are many Legion Rider programs in several states, and many more forming. Some of the ways the Legion Riders support our community is by:
•Participation in the annual POW/MIA Rally held each Memorial weekend in Washington D.C. known as “Rolling Thunder”.
•Sponsoring or participating in local Charity events and providing Community Service.
•Raising money for such organizations as local VA Hospitals, Battered Women and Children’s Center, Varied Children and Youth programs, a School for Blind Children, Veterans Relief, Needy families and many, many others.
•Sponsoring or participating in motorcycle “Runs” to benefit numerous charities, including charities for underprivileged children and medical research, just to name a few.
•Participation in memorial ceremonies and community parades.

10/29/2025

It is with great sadness that I report of the loss of one of our great Legionnaires, Post Chaplain John "JACK" Bennett. Jack was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer on October 9th, in his bones, lung, liver and spine; it had metastasized very quickly. He was in West Marion Hospital, Ocala.
On October 11th, Jack was moved to Hospice House in Summerfield where he was comforted by his close family and passed in the evening on October 13th.
Jack has held many positions within the legion family such as Dist. 4 Commander, Post Commander, Post SAL Commander, Legion Riders Chaplain and most other positions in both legion and SAL. When ever there is a function that had to do with the legion family, Jack was there participating.
There will be a celebration of life on November 8th at 13837 SE 80th Ave, Summerfield, FL from 1-4pm. You can bring a dish and a drink of your choice. More info on Jack's page.

09/26/2025

“Many folks join the Legion for the Riders ... and not just because they want to ride.”

09/21/2025

Please come out and support this. Through fund raising events like this is how we can support our Veterans and various events in the local community.

09/19/2025
09/16/2025

Happy American Legion Day!
On September 16, 1919, The American Legion was officially chartered by Congress—uniting veterans in service, advocacy, and community.

For 106 years, Legionnaires have upheld the values of Service, Patriotism, and Support for veterans, military families, and communities across the nation.

Today, we celebrate our rich history and the Legion Family members who continue to stand tall for America. Thank you for your service and dedication—you are the heart of this organization. ❤️🤍💙

08/26/2025

It's official: has raised $855,785 for the Veterans & Children Foundation. Well done all.
Top donors this year include The American Legion, Department of MD, Inc. ($240,500), The American Legion Department of South Carolina ($77,179), The American Legion Department of Virginia ($54,000), American Legion Department of Texas ($47,177) and The American Legion, Department of California ($43,392).
To all those still in Tampa, safe travels home.

08/21/2025

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5515 SE 109th Street
Belleview, FL
34420

Telephone

(352) 245-5832

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