Post 108 Blogs
American Legion Post 108 – We Are Family
American Legion Post 108 is one big happy family. Currently membership is made up of about 225 veterans of the US Armed Forces. But that’s not all! Our family extends to the Sons of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. We also have our American Legion Riders! The common thread among all: support…
American Legion Post 108 – Youth – Baseball
American Legion Baseball is a national institution, having thrived through a world war, several national tragedies, and times of great prosperity as well as great despair. Since its inception in 1925, American Legion Baseball’s reputation as one of the most successful and tradition-rich amateur athletic leagues has endured. Today, the program registers teams in all…
Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine – Lutz Resident – Supporting Local Veterans
What is Chef Robert Irvine doing when he’s not on TV with shows like Restaurant Impossible? He’s helping veterans achieve what they previously thought was impossible! The Robert Irvine Foundation (RIF), founded in 2014 by celebrity chef and veteran Robert Irvine, focuses on supporting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of service members, veterans, first responders, and…
Understanding VA Burial Benefits for Veterans & Spouses
American Legion Post 108 had the privilege of participating in the recent Memorial Day ceremony at Bushnell National Cemetery. When talking about burials at a national cemetery, several questions came up: Will the VA cover the cost of all funeral expenses? How do I know if I (a veteran) qualify for burial at a National…
Service After the Uniform: Finding Purpose Through Team Rubicon
For those of us who have worn the uniform, one truth remains long after we hang it up: Service doesn’t just end. It becomes part of who we are. At American Legion Post 108, we know that many veterans still feel that pull—the desire to serve, to lead, and to make a difference. The challenge,…
From “No” to “Yes”: How Service Dogs Change Veterans Lives
For many veterans, life after service brings a new kind of battle—one that often involves physical limitations, emotional struggles, and the challenge of rebuilding independence. Service dogs have become a powerful part of that journey, offering not just assistance, but hope, dignity, and companionship. Why Service Dogs Matter Service dogs are far more than companions—they…
Homes For Our Troops: Building Independence and Hope for Veterans in Pasco County
For many severely injured post‑9/11 veterans, returning home after service comes with daily physical challenges that most homes simply are not designed to meet. Simple tasks—cooking, bathing, moving from room to room—can become constant obstacles. Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) exists to remove those barriers by building and donating specially adapted, mortgage‑free homes that restore…
Fisher Houe Foundation: Help for Veterans & Families When It Matters Most
When a service member or veteran is hospitalized, the focus should be on healing—not on hotel bills, long commutes, or the stress of being far from loved ones. Yet for many military families, medical treatment often means traveling great distances and facing unexpected financial and emotional burdens. The Fisher House Foundation exists to ease…
American Legion Post 108 Officer Elections
On May 18th American Legion Post 108 will open up the final of three rounds of nominations for Post Monday, May 18, American Legion Post 108 will hold the last of three rounds of nominations followed by an election of officers for the coming year. Serving as a post officer is not simply holding a…
American Legion Post 108 Honor Guard: Every Day is Memorial Day
In moments of reflection, remembrance, and respect, the American Legion Post 108 Honor Guard stands as a powerful symbol of gratitude for those who served our nation. Based in the Lutz–Land O’ Lakes community of Florida, the Post 108 Honor Guard is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of honorably discharged veterans and supporting…