36 U.S.C. § 154703

(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.