VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
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VVA's untiring efforts on behalf of America's veterans have consistently championed exemplary causes. And the record clearly shows that we make a difference.

VVA is the largest national service organization devoted exclusively to Vietnam-era veterans. Our chapters and state councils provide leadership and education opportunities, as well as interaction with state and federal government officials. With your help, we will forge a strong future.

 

 

Opportunities to be involved: 

Help veterans and their families get all the VA benefits they are entitled to 

Alert veterans about the Agent Orange Education Campaign and the benefits available to those exposed to herbicides and dioxins 

Support veterans memorials and observances 

Sponsor homeless stand downs 

Volunteer at VA hospitals 

Participate in education and drug-prevention projects 

Promote youth and family activities and build strong communities 
 

Vietnam Veterans of America has
played a leading role in:

Forcing the VA to award compensation to veterans affected by Agent Orange 

Fighting to enact judicial review legislation, which established the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals 

Creating the Vet Center program 

Establishing the Veteran's Job Training Program 

Setting up VA Centers for Minority and Women Veterans 

Ensuring the viability of the VA health-care system

Who we are

VVA was founded in 1978. Its congressional charter was granted in 1986, and it remains the only veterans service organization devoted exclusively to improving the lives of those who served in uniform during this nation's longest and most divisive war. 

As the leading Vietnam veterans advocate, VVA provides support and assistance in securing benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs. VVA plays an active role in government relations advocacy at the federal and state levels to improve benefits and services available to our nation's veterans. 

What we want

We want what you want. Our goals are to promote and support the full range of veterans issues and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans. We hold as our first principle that we are measured by our deeds and openness as evidence of our core values of justice, integrity, and meaningful achievement. 

What you'll get

The Right Choice Along with your membership card, you will receive up-to-date issues of the award-winning newspaper, The VVA Veteran ®. Other benefits include access to affinity credit cards; personalized checks; and insurance programs. 

Visit the National VVA Site at:  Vietnam Veterans of America
 

ARE YOU A VIETNAM VETERAN???  OR WOULD YOU LIKE TO SUPPORT VVA AS AN ASSOCIATE (AVVA) MEMBER??

ISN'T TIME YOU JOINED???

WELCOME HOME!

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
Sacramento Valley’s Chapter 500
P.O. Box 255484
 Sacramento, CA 95865
 916-481-6020 – vva500@sbcglobal.net
www.norcaltrav.com/vva500.htm

Membership is open to Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. military (for other than training purposes) between February 28, 1961, and May 7, 1975 (in-country Vietnam), or between August 5, 1964 and May 7, 1975, for Vietnam-era veterans.  All others whether veterans, active duty, and those wishing to support the organization may become AVVA  members, Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America members.

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

ATTENTION:  New members and new life members (other than AVVA members) must submit a copy of your DD214 along with this application and dues payment.

Name:________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________

City:_______________________________State:______________Zip:___________

 Home Phone:____________________Work Phone:________________________

 E-Mail Address:______________________________________________________

 Date of Birth:____________________M____________F_____________________

 Chapter Number:  500     Sponsor:___________________________________

Type of Membership:

_____Individual Member -  1 Year:  $20.00
_____Individual Member  - 3 years: $50.00
_____Life Member – Ages 49 and Under:  $250.00
_____Life Member – Ages 50-55:  $225.00
_____Life Member – Ages 56-60:  $200.00
_____Life Member – Ages 61-65:  $175.00
_____Life Member – Ages 66+:  $150.00
_____Optional Time Payment plan - $50. down, $25. per month
_____AVVA Membership (all dues are the same as above)

Payment Method:_____Check_____Money Order_____Credit Card
        Card Number:__________________________________________________
        Exp. Date:______________________________________________________
        Signature:______________________________________________________

 

 To become a member, select or highlight the "Application".  Print out the application, (using the selection function) .  Fill in your information.  Make sure to include a copy of your DD214, check, money order or fill out the information to use your credit card and mail to the address on the form.  Please do not send cash.  You should receive your membership card in a few weeks.  If you have a problem printing the application, or have questions, please call 916-481-6020.

Return your completed application, payment made out to VVA500 and DD214 if required to the above address.
  “WELCOME HOME”!

    

FACTS AND INFORMATION ABOUT VVA500

     Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 500 is part of the National Organization of Vietnam Veterans of America with Chapters across the United States.  View information regarding VVA National at www.vva.org.

     The Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 500 (VVA500)'s membership is comprised of Vietnam and Vietnam Era Veterans and Associate Members (AVVA).  Chartered in 1990, VVA500 serves as a resource center for all veterans.  Veterans needing help with claims for benefits and/or other veteran issues are directed to the appropriate agencies.  Through the Chapter, veterans receive education in Agent Orange, PTSD issues, and veteran benefits among others.  Through the monthly newsletter, veterans are kept up to date with current veteran issues regarding health, benefits and legislative issues.  VVA500 keeps track of legislation that pertains to veterans and initiates support or non-support for the issues.  VVA500 participates in veteran and community events and awards scholarships each year to deserving individuals pursuing a college education and/or career.  VVA500 makes contributions to deserving veteran and community projects as well as participating in veteran and community events.  Through our "Helping Hands" Committee, the chapter assists veterans who show a specific need.  Members also participate in the Stand Down each year, which provides a two day residence program during which homeless veterans are fed, enrolled into agencies for VA benefits, employment, health, housing, etc.  They are given clothing, advice and a variety of items to improve their quality of life.  VVA500 also hosts the annual "Reading of the Names" each year held at the CA Vietnam Veterans Memorial in downtown Sacramento.  This is the largest event held for Vietnam Veterans their families and friends in the Sacramento area.
     Our goals for the future are to create a one stop outreach center to be able to expand our programs enable us to reach more veterans from the Vietnam era back as well as the new veterans from more recent years.
     VVA500 is a non-profit (501c19) organization.  #68-0208305 CT#75945.  Donations for our programs are gladly excepted.  Please mail to the address on the above application.

Our 2008-2009 Officers are:

President:  Karen Anne Winnett
Vice-President:  Gregory C. McNeill
Secretary:  Ted Adams
Treasurer:  Jerry Quint
Board Members:  Hank Davis, Don Harper, Monty Montoya

AVVA Representative:  Kris Hollinger
Color Guard Captain:  Hank Davis
Executive Director:  Mary Lou McNeill

Contact information:  916-481-6020
                                     vva500@sbcglobal.net

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