Berwyn VFW Post 2378

“MEMBER ORGANIZED.”

“Vfw post members all have the right to vote on matters discussed at post meetings. Those who attend have the authority to vote and approve or disapprove motions. There is no board of directors to function as a governing body; the principal officers are involved in the preparation of the 990, and compile financial data.”

“All items are subject to discussion with the members and are brought to a vote.”

“Board of trustees of post review and approve 990 before filed.”

“Governing documents are made available upon request.”

“To promulgate the contributions of veterans to the nation with community programs. The purpose of this corporation (vfw) shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational; to preserve and strengthen comradeship among it's members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the government of the united states of america, and fidelity to it's institutions of american freedom, and to preserve and defend the united states from all her enemies, whomsoever.”

“Volunteers are members who help maintain the post facilities, and help staff hall rental and fund raisers. Volunteers also help homeless vets and other community services. No compensation or benefits are received by volunteers in exchange for services.”

“To perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their widows and orphans.”

“990t is not required for 6/30/17 because all non-member hall rentals meet the volunteer worker exception. Net proceeds are used for general fundraising for the post.”

“The 990 is on file in the office. The quartermaster and post commander will make it available upon request.”