The Voice of Veterans
Here you will find DAV’s communications, internal and external, from our annual reports to downloadable graphics and posters that speak to the sacrifice and honor of our men and women who served. You’ll also find useful manuals, messages from our top leadership and simple instructions for handling our flag with care and respect.
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2015 DAV Annual Report
MoreNational Commander
It’s very important to me to say I’m grateful and humbled by the responsibility you’ve granted me. You have my sacred promise that I will devote every bit of energy I have to represent all of you during the course of the next year.
I want you to know I will never take for granted the privilege of working for our members and all of our country’s veterans.
DAV is leading from the front within the veteran community. This is very good for us and something I intend to continue. But I can’t do it alone and will need your help. Read more…
Message from the National Adjutant
Recently, National Commander David Riley and I were honored to take a weekend to celebrate and recognize our nation’s very first Veterans Home borne of the Civil War.
We were proud to be in Maine over the weekend of Sept. 16 to experience the 150th anniversary celebration of the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta.
In 1865 and near the conclusion of the Civil War, President Lincoln signed an act creating the National Asylum (later changed to Home) for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. The eastern branch at Togus was the first of the new homes to open its doors in November 1866. Read more…
Additional Documents
Leading The Way Brochure
For injured and ill veterans from all eras, the road to recovery presents the challenge of living the rest of their days with permanent disabilities.
Living With Traumatic Stress: You Are Not Alone
After combat, service members demobilize and put away their weapons, turn in their ammunition and body armor and fold away their camouflage. In returning home, they also need to peel off layers of personal and collective behaviors that have protected them from danger and kept them functional and safe during deployments to theaters of military operation.
What is DAV Brochure
A non-profit 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to the service of our nation’s injured heroes, DAV is here to help you and to ensure that you are not alone on your road to recovery.
DAV Store Catalog
Find everything you want in DAV and DAV Auxiliary apparel, gifts and other gear.
My Story – One of Hope and Inspiration
Sharing your story of service and sacrifice takes a special courage, but in doing so, you can provide a true service to your fellow veterans. Family members, volunteers and supporters are also encouraged to participate. To share your story, visit mystory.dav.org or mail this form to DAV National Headquarters.
Rituals
DAV rituals are a tradition of time-honored procedures, which give structure to our chapter meetings and ensure that all orders of business addressed in meetings. Also included here are all of DAV’s ceremonial practices, such as memorial dedications, new member obligations and procedures for the installation of officers.
Tax Form 990
Trust means transparency. Here you have access to DAV’s IRS Form 990, “Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax,” which discloses DAV finances for the past fiscal year.
Strategic Plan
The 21st century presents both enormous challenges and breathtaking opportunities for DAV. Our Strategic Plan ensures the continued viability and vitality of DAV into the future. This plan is a blueprint for DAV to remain the greatest veterans’ service organization in the world. America’s heroes deserve nothing less.
Veterans Day 2015 Poster (4 different versions)
Keeping the Promise to America’s Veterans.
Veterans Day 2012 Poster
Gary Sinese honors our nation’s veterans, male and female, young and old in this inspiring tribute to all of our heroes.
Veterans Day 2011 Poster
DAV exists because of the combined work of its members and supporters. Remember that spirit with this Veterans Day poster highlighting the bond of honor that unites us.
Memorial Day 2015 Poster
DAV exists for veterans and their families. By fulfilling promises, we ensure America’s bravest sons and daughters are never forgotten. Join us this Memorial Day in remembering the men and women who paid for our freedom.
Memorial Day 2012 Poster
We will always remember our nation’s fallen heroes. Their spirit lives on through your dedication and support.
Memorial Day 2010 Poster
Every day, the brave men and women of our military put everything on the line to protect freedom. To remember them is to keep them living in our hearts.
Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Poster
The Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship recognizes student volunteers who support veterans at VA hospitals or in their communities.
Become a Volunteer Poster
Help keep the promise to America’s veterans, become a volunteer.
Membership System User Manual for NSO/TSO
For our National and Transitional Service Officers, this helpful instruction will guide you through the use of DAV’s membership web application.
Membership System User Manual for Dept. Commanders and Adjutants
Officers are encouraged to use this expanded version of the membership web application user manual, with added instruction for the specific duties of DAV leadership.
Membership System User Manual for Members
This simple instruction guide provides DAV members with everything the need to make the best use of DAV’s web application. From login to finding a local chapter, it’s all here.
LVAP User Manual
For users of the Local Veterans Assistance Program, learn to start DAV’s LVAP application, manage the tracking of volunteer hours, submit and print reports.
Forget Me Nots
The first DAV Forget-Me-Not drive was held in 1926, to raise funds for services and assistance for veterans of the first World War. It is a symbol that commemorates those fallen in war, while promising the hope of renewal. For nearly 100 years, this small blue flower of remembrance has been the staple of Chapter-level fundraising to support local disabled veterans.
Flag Procedure
Nothing evokes such strong emotion as seeing the flag of our nation unfurl. It is a symbol for the love and pride, a poignant reminder that we live in a country that values freedom above all else, upholding democracy and working for peace throughout the world. Download How to Honor and Display the American Flag for the right ways to handle, preserve and fly “Old Glory.”
DAV National Constitution Bylaws & Regulations
The DAV National Constitution and its Bylaws, defined and affirmed each year at the National Convention, provide the fundamental principles that govern the duties of DAV members and officers, with the regulations of membership that cover election of officers, conventions, committees, dues and more.
Chapter Constitution and Bylaws Guidelines and Suggestions
These guidelines and suggestions were developed to assist local DAV chapters to draft those documents which govern chapter activities and operations. These are realistic solutions, tested and refined over many years in every type of community to build strong foundations for the future.
The History of DAV Auxiliary
The DAV Auxiliary Program Manual covers the history of the organization, detailing all programs, and providing a wealth of information for all unit and state officers, and members as well.
Transfer Form
If you are a DAV member transferring your membership from one chapter to another, please download and complete this form.
Supply Order Form
Print, fill out and mail this form for supply requests. Includes guides, brochures, stationary and more.