Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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| Return Reference | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 | The post has a full membership and is growing. Membership in the VFW is open to any individual who meets all three of the following requirements. The individual must (1) be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national, (2) be currently serving in the armed forces of the United States or have received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions, and (3) be currently serving in or have completed service in a war, campaign, or expedition on foreign soil or in hostile waters. The VFW recognizes as proof of such service the issuance of a qualifying campaign medal, the receipt of hostile fire pay or imminent danger pay (as verified by a military pay statement), or service in Korea for 30 consecutive or 60 nonconsecutive days. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a | Elections are held yearly with the exception of trustee positions which come up for election on one, two and three year intervals. 4 other positions are appointed rather than elected. Thousands convene each year at the VFW's national convention to elect officers, adopt resolutions and discuss business affairs. Leading the organization are the elected commander-in-chief, senior vice commander-in-chief and junior vice commander-in-chief. The National Council of Administration serves as the VFW's board of directors. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b | As of 2020 the VFW has 1.6 million members and Auxiliary members, forming 6,000 local chapters known as Posts, grouped into 52 Departments covering the 50 states, the Asia-Pacific area, and Europe. Yes, Each post has their own membership but follows the guidelines set forth in their bylaws. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b | The return and its accompanying financial reports were reviewed and discussed at the post. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c | Policy's are posted at the building and available for viewing. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 | The officers at individual posts are volunteers positions. Reimbursement may be given for out of pocket expenses. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 | All books and policys are available to view at the post. |
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