OBJECTS AND PURPOSES.

SEC. 1823. OBJECTS AND PURPOSES. The objects and purposes of the corporation are those provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation and shall include the following: (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. (5) Fostering fraternal and social activities among its members in recognition that cooperative action is required for the furtherance of their common interests.