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VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE US
TOLLESON, AZ · EIN 742625403 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · vfw.org
revenue
$124K
expenses
$178K
net assets
$65K
employees
0
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

That the mission of this corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, and educational to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members to assist worthy comrade to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead,and to assist their widom and orphans

profile · synthesized from sources

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW) is a fraternal, patriotic organization founded in 1899 that supports veterans, active-duty service members, and military families. It provides direct services such as assistance with VA claims, advocates for veterans' benefits and policy changes, and runs community and youth programs. With over 1.3 million members and local posts nationwide, the VFW focuses on camaraderie, service, and ensuring veterans receive their earned entitlements.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Legislative Advocacy
Organizes Action Alerts and advocacy campaigns to influence Congress on veterans’ benefits and military policies
Troop Support Programs
Supports active-duty troops with care packages, morale activities, and transition assistance
VA Claims Assistance
Provides free help from VFW Accredited Service Officers to veterans filing or appealing VA disability claims
VFW Day of Service
National community service initiative where members volunteer locally to support veterans and communities
Youth Programs
Engages youth through patriotic education, scholarships, and community activities
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Legislative Advocacy for Veteran Benefits 4 activities
    • Historic Policy and System Development
      Played a foundational role in establishing the Veterans Administration, developing the national cemetery system, and shaping major veterans’ policies throughout the 20th century.
    • Legislative Advocacy for Veterans
      Advocates at the federal level for veterans' rights and benefits, including leading efforts to pass the 21st Century GI Bill, the Veterans Access and Accountability Act of 2014, the Blue Water Navy Veteran Act of 2019, and the Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022, as well as ongoing campaigns against reductions in military retirement pay.
    • Legislative Advocacy for Veterans
      Advocates at the federal level to protect and expand veterans' benefits, including efforts to prevent reductions in military retirement pay, secure compensation for toxic exposure, and expand educational benefits through legislation such as the 21st Century GI Bill and the Veterans Access and Accountability Act of 2014.
    • Support for Military and Community Programs
      Operates programs in troop support, youth activities, community service, and the development of national military memorials, including funding and advocacy for the Vietnam, Korean War, WWII, Women in Military Service, and Desert Storm memorials.
  • VA Claims Filing & Appeals Assistance 2 activities
    • VA Claims Assistance
      Provides free, professional assistance to veterans in filing or appealing VA claims through a nationwide network of VFW Accredited Service Officers, supported by an online tool that simplifies the benefits application process.
    • VA Claims Assistance
      Provides free, professional assistance to veterans in filing or appealing claims for VA benefits through a nationwide network of VFW Accredited Service Officers, supported by an online tool that simplifies the application process.
  • Targeted Scholarships for Specific Populations 2 activities
    • Veterans Education Scholarships
      Provides scholarships of up to $5,000 for post-secondary education to veterans and student veterans, supporting their academic and professional development.
    • Veterans Education and Leadership Scholarships
      Offers scholarships of up to $5,000 for post-secondary education to veterans and operates a Legislative Fellowship program to develop veteran leadership.
  • Veteran Emergency and Financial Relief 1 activity
    • Veterans Financial Assistance
      Offers direct financial relief to veterans and operates a Financial Assistance for Service Members program to support military families during times of need.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Leadership Development for Student Veterans
      Operates a Legislative Fellowship program that provides student veterans with opportunities to engage in policy and leadership development.
    • Veterans Financial Assistance
      Operates programs that provide direct financial relief to veterans and service members, including a dedicated Financial Assistance for Service Members program.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$124K
Contributions & grants$124K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$178K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead97%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$65K
Cash$65K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$65K
Liquid reserves4.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +261.8%
relationships · 25

who they work with

  • America250 Partner — Partner in commemorating the wars and conflicts of the nation's past.
  • Burger King Partner — Corporate supporter of the military family.
  • Gratitude Initiative Partner — Supporter of the military family.
  • Humana Partner — Corporate supporter of the military family.
  • Military Order of the Cootie Partner — Affiliate organization working with VFW to fulfill its mission.
  • MyVet Benefits Partner — Teams up with VFW to provide services that extend beyond VFW's programs.
  • NDSWM Partner — Partner in commemorating the wars and conflicts of the nation's past.
  • Sport Clips Partner — Corporate supporter of the military family.
  • Student Veterans of America (SVA) Partner — Teams up with VFW to provide services that extend beyond VFW's programs.
  • Team Red White and Blue Partner — Teams up with VFW to provide services that extend beyond VFW's programs.
  • The Grunt Style Foundation Partner — Teams up with VFW to provide services that extend beyond VFW's programs.
  • Twisted X Partner — Corporate supporter of the military family.
  • USAA Partner — Corporate supporter of the military family.
  • USAA Partner — Offers insurance for VFW members.
  • VFW Auxiliary Partner — Affiliate organization working with VFW to fulfill its mission.
  • VFW Auxiliary Partner — Organization for family members of qualifying veterans who are not eligible for VFW membership.
  • VFW Auxiliary Partner — Works together with the VFW to fight for veterans.
  • VFW Foundation Network — Accepts vehicle donations and supports VFW programs and services for service members, veterans, and their families.
  • VFW Foundation Partner — Affiliate organization working with VFW to fulfill its mission.
  • VFW National Home Partner — Affiliate organization working with VFW to fulfill its mission.
  • VFW Store Partner — Affiliate organization working with VFW to fulfill its mission.
  • Vet Tix Partner — Supporter of the military family.
  • Vietnam 50th Anniversary Partner — Partner in commemorating the wars and conflicts of the nation's past.
  • World War I Centennial Commission Partner — Partner in commemorating the wars and conflicts of the nation's past.
  • Wounded Warrior Project Partner — Supporter of the military family.