U.S. Code > Title 36 Patriotic Societies and Observances > Subtitle II—Patriotic and National Organizations > Part B—Organizations > CHAPTER 1547—NON COMMISSIONED OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INCORPORATED > § 154703. Purposes

§ 154703. Purposes

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the bylaws and articles of incorporation 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 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.