Joe Foss American Legion Post 97 - San Tan Valley

Joe Foss American Legion Post 97 - San Tan Valley American Legion Post 97 joins with other civic minded organizations to help build a greater sense of community for our veterans and youth.

Post 97 was founded in June, 2009 by Larry Moore (Vietnam-Marine Corps) and Alan Pease (Cold War Europe – Army Security Agency). Both men had previously belonged to a Legion post in nearby Queen Creek, but felt they could accomplish more for the region’s youth through a post based in the San Tan Valley. Pease had worked hard to engage Queen Creek high schools in the Boys State program but found li

ttle support for that, which helped drive the development of the new post in San Tan Valley. Moore was Post 97’s first commander and Pease the first adjutant. Marvin Evans became the post’s second commander. Pease later became Post 97 commander as Moore moved into a position as commander, then vice commander of the Legion’s District 4. (In the summer of 2014 Pease stepped down as commander and John Dunton, a Navy veteran of Vietnam, became the Post’s fourth commander.) Post 97 began immediately sending candidates to Boys State and the American Legion Law Enforcement Career Academy (ALLECA). In the short lifespan of Post 97 it has also added other youth programs for fishing, Scouting, oratorical contests, American flag etiquette, and the Joe Foss Institute for patriotism presentations at schools. Programs currently in development include an honor guard and a youth shooting program.Larry Moore, 1st Commander of Post 97

The Post’s most successful youth program is American Legion baseball, growing from one team in 2012, to four teams in 2013 and seven teams in the 2014 season. The Post also has supported a fellow post’s activities on the Gila River Indian Reservation just south of San Tan Valley with the support of the Post 97 Auxiliary. Post 97’s greatest source of funding has come from the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office and Pinal County Attorney, with additional funds raised through events around San Tan Valley, including its first Cruise-In for Vets Car and Motorcycle Show in the spring of 2014. The Post has a booth and banners it sets up at high-profile community events to both call attention to its youth and veteran programs as well as recruit new members. As of February, 2015 there were 47 dues-paying regular and PUFL members of Post 97. Post 97 is a member of the Greater San Tan Valley Chamber of Commerce.

09/02/2026

In celebration of our 20th Anniversary - Please join us on Weds, Sept 16th, as the Town of San Tan Valley proclaims September as Military Families Month! America250AZ America250 True Nature Media

🇺🇸 Thank You from All of Us! 🇺🇸What an incredible day! A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our BBQ — your smile...
08/23/2026

🇺🇸 Thank You from All of Us! 🇺🇸

What an incredible day! A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our BBQ — your smiles, laughter, and camaraderie made it truly special.

A special shout-out to the talented string quartet whose beautiful patriotic tunes filled the air. 🎶❤️

We’re already looking forward to the next time we gather, share a meal, and celebrate together. Until then, stay safe, stay proud, and stay connected.

Valley

07/31/2026

Come join us for Family Game Day. 1pm at the STV Veteran Center

Join us for the Annual American Legion Joe Foss Summer BBQ! All Legionnaires, Veterans, friends, and family are invited...
07/18/2026

Join us for the Annual American Legion Joe Foss Summer BBQ!
All Legionnaires, Veterans, friends, and family are invited to come together for an evening of great food, fellowship, and live music.

📅 Saturday, August 22
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎶 Live string quartet at 6:00 PM
📍 San Tan Valley Veteran Center
5764 E Hunt Hwy, Florence, AZ 85132

Enjoy delicious BBQ, good company, and a beautiful musical performance to close out the evening.
More details — including the music playlist — are available in the attached flyers.

From July 3rd, our Honor Guard presented at the Album Cooley Station for their 4th of July celebration.
07/05/2026

From July 3rd, our Honor Guard presented at the Album Cooley Station for their 4th of July celebration.

07/04/2026
We are incredibly proud that our Honor Guard was selected to present the colors at a truly historic event— the July 1st ...
07/03/2026

We are incredibly proud that our Honor Guard was selected to present the colors at a truly historic event— the July 1st festival celebrating San Tan Valley officially becoming an incorporated town! 🙌✨

This is a massive milestone for our community, and we couldn't think of a better group to represent us with dignity, respect, and honor as we step into this exciting new chapter.

Join us in congratulating our Honor Guard for this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for always representing us so flawlessly. 🫡❤️🤍💙

Let's celebrate our history, our growth, and our future together! 🥂🏡

Legion

06/19/2026

⭐️ ⭐️ Update ⭐️ ⭐️ We are adding another day. 1st and 3rd Saturday every month will be Games at the Veteran Center at 1pm.
Bring your favorite board game or choose from one of ours.

Amberlin & Academy Bank has breakfast covered for tomorrow, May 28th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Admission is free with an o...
05/27/2026

Amberlin & Academy Bank has breakfast covered for tomorrow, May 28th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Admission is free with an onsite chef making fresh waffles. Address and details in the below flyer.

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5764 E Hunt Highway
Florence, AZ
ARIZONA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

(520) 759-7009

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