James Adams Post 376 was chartered in Van Alstyne Texas in 1922. The Legionnaires currently meet on the second Saturday of every month at 9am. Very nice hall with adjoining dining area, kitchen, back porch, and a great bar.
The chapter is Sister Grove Chapter- We are a non-profit organization that promotes historic preservation, education, and patriotism. We try to be active in the community by participating in Fall Der All and sponsoring Wreaths Across America. We give a scholarship to Grayson College through the Veterans Service Dept. We donate to the Bonham Veterans home and to Walker House in Denison, Texas. Walker House is a peer mentoring program for returning veterans, men and women. They work with PTSD vets. We give a yearly scholarship to Van Alstyne High and also present a "Good Citizenship " award to a graduating senior.
Jack's Thousand Days Foundation is a local non-profit with the mission to support children and their families around the world facing Batten Disease and to extend a helping hand to communities across Texas impacted by childhood illness.
The Van Alstyne Police Association is a 501(c)3 dedicated to supporting stronger connections between the community and the individuals behind the badge. Through initiatives like the Adopt-a-Cop program, Coffee with Cops, K9 Bravo and the Police Gala, we raise funds for essential projects, supplies, and equipment to help the officers better serve the community.
Our mission is to support the Van Alstyne Police Department by providing resources and fostering positive relationships between officers and community members. We strive to create an environment where the humanity behind the badge is recognized and celebrated, promoting mutual respect and collaboration.
The Mission of the Van Alstyne Public Library is to enhance the development, growth, and well-being of our community by providing an organized collection of books, reference materials, programs, and other resources, to educate, entertain and inform.