§ 190303. Purposes

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its articles of incorporation and bylaws and include—

• (1) upholding and defending the Constitution of the United States;
• (2) promoting health, prosperity, and scholarship among its members and their dependents and survivors through benevolent programs;
• (3) assisting veterans and their dependents and survivors through a service program established for that purpose;
• (4) improving conditions for retired enlisted service members, veterans, and their dependents and survivors; and
• (5) fostering fraternal and social activities among its members in recognition that cooperative action is required for the furtherance of their common interests.