When the El Centro post of the American Legion was organized, it was named the Boyce Aten Post. This was in honor of a daring officer (Albert Boyce Aten) who's father, Ira Aten, was one of the Imperial Valley's very first and prominent citizens. Born in Texas and raised in El CEntro, Boyce was a senior at Stanford University when in 1917, he entered the Army and received his commission as a second lieutenent. He died later leading his company of gunners and infantrymen in a pitched battle against German forces in the forest of Argon. In his book, "The First 30 Years," Otis B. Tout refers to him as "a true soldier of the American type who made the winning of the war possible." When his remains were returned from home from France, October 24, 1921, the funeral services held were extremely impressive. The body layed inside its coffin wihtin the Post and guarded by military detail until it was carried to the local Evergreen Cemetery on an artillary caisson attended by the largest cortage ever seen in the Imperial Valley. Today, many of the Aten family are burried at the Evergreen Cemetery in El Cento. In addition; the namesake is remembered by one of the major streets (Aten Road) and our Post...Boyce Aten American Legion Post 25, Department of California.

WWII Veteran and long standing member Sarge Grams and his loving wife Ollie. For his mebership and charitable donation to asisst in the kitchen remodel. To demonstrate our appreciation; upon completion, the Post will dedicate the kitchen namesake "Grams Cafe'"

Receiving its Charter in 1919, Boyce Aten Post 25 continues to serve the cities El Centro and Imperial California. With continued improved emphasis of the American Legion Pillars; the post: conducts periodic fundraisers and visits to assist veterans in VA hospitals, sponsors: Boy Scout Troop 4070 (Imperial), 3-Boys and 3-Girls to attend Boys & Girls State and other local youth programs. Participates and/or supports local officials for veterans’ related matters, holidays and ceremonies – El Centro Veterans Memorial Inauguration Ceremony in 2016, Annual Veterans Day and Memorial Day Ceremonies. Partners with local non-profit agencies with missions related to helping our local communities. Enhances and appreciates the volunteering comradery of its members and the community by hosting various fundraisers, potlucks and unique events throughout the year. Volunteers prepare and serve dinners and entertainment on a weekly basis. The Post is paid for and operated by its members. It consists of a hall, a kitchen (remodeled in 2017), lounge with a bar, a fenced patio and restroom facilities.