This category contains sites and links to categories for the officially recognized patriotic, national, and treaty obligation organizations of the United States. These various not-for-profit corporations are granted official charters by the Congress of th...
This page was last updated on November 22nd, 2008
This page was last updated on November 22nd, 2008
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National Conference of State Societies
Association of 55 state and territorial societies which celebrate the history, traditions, schools, customs, and the economy of the US states and territories. Site features history, calendar and Cherry Blossom Festival information, photo gallery, and dire
Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA)
Advocates on behalf of enlisted men and women in the five branches of the US armed forces, including National Guard and Reserve. Member benefits, chapters, legislative news and resolutions, and publications available.
American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters
Columbia Encyclopedia article on the history and purpose of the National Institute of Arts and Letters and the American Academy of Arts and Letters, amalgamated in 1976.
Military Order of the World Wars
A national patriotic organization of American military officers of all services and their descendants. Calendar, high school and ROTC guides, MOWW history, and organizational background.
National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum
Leadville, Colorado monument to pioneers in the discovery, development and processing of the natural resources of the US. Directions, virtual museum, hall of fame, news, and facility information provided.
Army Navy Union U.S.A.
Veterans' organization open to all branches, founded in 1886. Site includes history, ideals and purpose, and information on founding or joining local garrisons.
Gold Star Mothers of America, Inc.
Composed of American mothers who have lost a child serving in the armed forces in foreign conflicts. History, reports from recent events, and headquarters tour online.
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP)
Seeks to formulate and disseminate information, guidance and recommendations on radiation protection and measurements which represent the consensus of leading scientific thinking. Member organizations, documents and publications, and background and descri
Military Chaplains' Association (MCA)
Professional support organization for military chaplaincy in the U.S. Information about scholarship programs, membership, national institutes, and Distinguished Service Awardees provided.
American Council of Learned Societies
A private non-profit federation of national scholarly organizations advancing the humanities and social sciences. ACLS fellowship and grant information; member organizations; publications; and news available on the site.
National Conference on Citizenship (NCOC)
Organization devoted to improving civic education and effective participation in citizenship activities on the part of US citizens. Programs and projects, history, and officer profiles.
Air Force Sergeants Association
Federally chartered, non-profit organization representing the professional and personal interests of active duty and retired enlisted members of the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve. Provides overview of membership benefits, legisl
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Youth mentoring organization founded in 1904. History, success stories and news, volunteer information, and sponsorship/shopping opportunities provided.
Roots: The Founding of the American Hospital of Paris
Short unofficial history regarding the establishment and chartering of the AHP.
American Ex-Prisoners of War
National organization for military and civilian Americans captured by the enemy during wartime. Benefits and award information, biographies of former POWS, and information and resources for ex-POWs and their next of kin available.
Women's Army Corps Veterans Association
Open to those who have served honorably with the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, the Women's Army Corps, or those who have served or are serving honorably in the US Army, the Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. Officer profiles, history, event and program
Reserve Officers Association
Professional association representing the commissioned and warrant officers of the uniformed services. Site includes current news and event information, legislative alerts, membership information, programs by military section, and defense education resour
National Tropical Botanical Garden
Kalaheo, Hawaii facility dedicated to the conservation of tropical plant diversity, particularly rare and endangered species. Site describes conservation and research programs, garden locations, and educational activities.
The National Academies
Portal page for the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, National Research Council, and Institute of Medicine.
Gold Star Wives of America, Inc.
An organization for spouses of those killed in the US military on active duty or from service connected disabilities. Membership application, widow support links, and roster of directors and local chapters available.
United Services Organization
Provides morale, welfare, and recreational services to uniformed military personnel. Site describes entertainments, programs and services, locations, and special events.
National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF)
Located at the United States Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio. Includes history, list of enshrinees, educational materials, and links to other web sites.
U.S. Capitol Historical Society
A nonprofit and nonpartisan educational organization created in 1962 to promote the history of the Capitol building and of the U.S. Congress. Includes calendar, membership application, educational resources, publications and symposia links, and online exh
National Music Council
Dedicated to strengthening the importance of music in US life and culture; US representative to the International Music Council/UNESCO. History, legislative updates, and membership information available.
Theodore Roosevelt Association.
Group which celebrates the life and career of Teddy Roosevelt. Provides biography, timeline, cartoons, and photographs, as well as research resources.
The American Society of International Law (ASIL)
Membership organization in the United States dedicated to advancing the study and use of international law. Site includes information about activities and publications and links to international law resources.
Federal Bar Association (FBA)
Professional organization for private and government lawyers and judges involved in federal practice. Calendar, membership and chapter information, description of sections and structure, publications, and related links provided.
United States Olympic Committee
Calendar, athlete biographies, photographs and news from individual sports, links to member federations, and downloads available.
United States Navy Club
National Service Organization of U.S. citizens who have served, or are now serving, in the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Marines, or Seabees. Application, ship roster, ladies' auxiliary, and related links offered.
Italian American War Veterans of the United States
Events, history, information about membership and auxiliaries, and links to state departments.
National Federation of Music Clubs
Non-profit organization dedicated to music education and the promotion of creative and performing arts in the US. Competition and event information, award winners, links to state organizations, and publication information provided.
Retired Enlisted Association
Advocacy group for active duty and retired enlisted personnel. Legislative and health care information, outreach programs, and current news offered online.
American Chemical Society
A self-governed, chartered individual membership organization of professionals and scientists. Site features resources for educators and students, amateur chemists, and policy makers as well as chemical and chemistry-related news, factoids, events, and re
Legion of Valor of the United States of America, Inc.
Organization of recipients of the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, and the Air Force Cross. History, current officers, and convention and museum information provided.
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site (National Park Service)
News and events at the Washington, DC historic site.
Blinded Veterans Association (BVA)
Service and advocacy organization for blind and visually impaired U.S. veterans. Newsletter, description of services, and related links provided.
Congressional Medal of Honor Society (CMOHS)
Society created by the U.S. Congress in remembrance of recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest military award.
United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.
Dedicated to submariners, submarines, and sub veterans. Reunion information, news, links to local clubs, history, and membership resources included.
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Sponsors programs to honor firefighters fallen in the line of duty, and to assist their families and coworkers. Site includes information about the Memorial Weekend and other events, benefits and programs, and history.
National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame
Bonner Springs, Kansas museum chartered by Congress to honor the American farmer. Site describes events and education programs, provides museum facility overview and visitor information, and relates history and current interests.
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
An organization for all mothers who have children serving or who have served in the U.S. armed forces. History, member directory, newsletter, discussion forum, event information, and related links provided.
Navy Wives Clubs of America (NWCA)
National federation of spouses of personnel enlisted or past enlisted in the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Includes chapter locations, board member roster, and information about the national project and scholarship.
United States Association of Former Members of Congress (USAFMC)
Founded in 1970 to promote improved public understanding of the U.S. Congress and of representative democracy. Site includes articles from former members, event and program information, memorials, publications, and related links.
American Symphony Orchestra League
National network of symphony, chamber, youth, and collegiate orchestras of all sizes which advocates for orchestras and the music they perform to the public. Site includes resources for orchestras, conference and event calendar, and news.
National Film Preservation Foundation (NFPF)
Raises money for non-profit and public archives to preserve and make available endangered films that are not protected by commercial interests. Preservation basics, news, current grants and projects, and links to archives.
Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)
Promotes firearms safety training and rifle practice for all qualified U.S. citizens, with special emphasis on youth, through a network of state associations and local clubs. Site includes resources for marksmanship, firearms and range safety, shooting c
National Safety Council
Membership organization which advocates for public safety and health. Site features resources and statistics on safety, health and environmental topics, training, and products; also provides chapter listing, event information, and news.
National Fund for Medical Education (NFME)
Formed to improve teaching methods in medical education in order to improve health care in the United States. History, current board of directors, and programs and proceedings available.
Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-65
Sororial lineage society which seeks to honor their ancestors through public service. Site offers membership requirements, state listings, society departments, projects, history, and links.
American Historical Association
Umbrella organization for professional historians in the United States. Site links to publications and journals, affiliated organizations, and annual meeting information, as well as providing job ads, teaching and education guides, and other history resou
Association of 55 state and territorial societies which celebrate the history, traditions, schools, customs, and the economy of the US states and territories. Site features history, calendar and Cherry Blossom Festival information, photo gallery, and dire
Advocates on behalf of enlisted men and women in the five branches of the US armed forces, including National Guard and Reserve. Member benefits, chapters, legislative news and resolutions, and publications available.
Columbia Encyclopedia article on the history and purpose of the National Institute of Arts and Letters and the American Academy of Arts and Letters, amalgamated in 1976.
A national patriotic organization of American military officers of all services and their descendants. Calendar, high school and ROTC guides, MOWW history, and organizational background.
Leadville, Colorado monument to pioneers in the discovery, development and processing of the natural resources of the US. Directions, virtual museum, hall of fame, news, and facility information provided.
Veterans' organization open to all branches, founded in 1886. Site includes history, ideals and purpose, and information on founding or joining local garrisons.
Composed of American mothers who have lost a child serving in the armed forces in foreign conflicts. History, reports from recent events, and headquarters tour online.
Seeks to formulate and disseminate information, guidance and recommendations on radiation protection and measurements which represent the consensus of leading scientific thinking. Member organizations, documents and publications, and background and descri
Professional support organization for military chaplaincy in the U.S. Information about scholarship programs, membership, national institutes, and Distinguished Service Awardees provided.
A private non-profit federation of national scholarly organizations advancing the humanities and social sciences. ACLS fellowship and grant information; member organizations; publications; and news available on the site.
Organization devoted to improving civic education and effective participation in citizenship activities on the part of US citizens. Programs and projects, history, and officer profiles.
Federally chartered, non-profit organization representing the professional and personal interests of active duty and retired enlisted members of the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve. Provides overview of membership benefits, legisl
Youth mentoring organization founded in 1904. History, success stories and news, volunteer information, and sponsorship/shopping opportunities provided.
Short unofficial history regarding the establishment and chartering of the AHP.
National organization for military and civilian Americans captured by the enemy during wartime. Benefits and award information, biographies of former POWS, and information and resources for ex-POWs and their next of kin available.
Open to those who have served honorably with the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, the Women's Army Corps, or those who have served or are serving honorably in the US Army, the Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. Officer profiles, history, event and program
Professional association representing the commissioned and warrant officers of the uniformed services. Site includes current news and event information, legislative alerts, membership information, programs by military section, and defense education resour
Kalaheo, Hawaii facility dedicated to the conservation of tropical plant diversity, particularly rare and endangered species. Site describes conservation and research programs, garden locations, and educational activities.
Portal page for the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, National Research Council, and Institute of Medicine.
An organization for spouses of those killed in the US military on active duty or from service connected disabilities. Membership application, widow support links, and roster of directors and local chapters available.
Provides morale, welfare, and recreational services to uniformed military personnel. Site describes entertainments, programs and services, locations, and special events.
Located at the United States Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio. Includes history, list of enshrinees, educational materials, and links to other web sites.
A nonprofit and nonpartisan educational organization created in 1962 to promote the history of the Capitol building and of the U.S. Congress. Includes calendar, membership application, educational resources, publications and symposia links, and online exh
Dedicated to strengthening the importance of music in US life and culture; US representative to the International Music Council/UNESCO. History, legislative updates, and membership information available.
Group which celebrates the life and career of Teddy Roosevelt. Provides biography, timeline, cartoons, and photographs, as well as research resources.
Membership organization in the United States dedicated to advancing the study and use of international law. Site includes information about activities and publications and links to international law resources.
Professional organization for private and government lawyers and judges involved in federal practice. Calendar, membership and chapter information, description of sections and structure, publications, and related links provided.
Calendar, athlete biographies, photographs and news from individual sports, links to member federations, and downloads available.
National Service Organization of U.S. citizens who have served, or are now serving, in the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Marines, or Seabees. Application, ship roster, ladies' auxiliary, and related links offered.
Events, history, information about membership and auxiliaries, and links to state departments.
Non-profit organization dedicated to music education and the promotion of creative and performing arts in the US. Competition and event information, award winners, links to state organizations, and publication information provided.
Advocacy group for active duty and retired enlisted personnel. Legislative and health care information, outreach programs, and current news offered online.
A self-governed, chartered individual membership organization of professionals and scientists. Site features resources for educators and students, amateur chemists, and policy makers as well as chemical and chemistry-related news, factoids, events, and re
Organization of recipients of the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, and the Air Force Cross. History, current officers, and convention and museum information provided.
News and events at the Washington, DC historic site.
Service and advocacy organization for blind and visually impaired U.S. veterans. Newsletter, description of services, and related links provided.
Society created by the U.S. Congress in remembrance of recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest military award.
Dedicated to submariners, submarines, and sub veterans. Reunion information, news, links to local clubs, history, and membership resources included.
Sponsors programs to honor firefighters fallen in the line of duty, and to assist their families and coworkers. Site includes information about the Memorial Weekend and other events, benefits and programs, and history.
Bonner Springs, Kansas museum chartered by Congress to honor the American farmer. Site describes events and education programs, provides museum facility overview and visitor information, and relates history and current interests.
An organization for all mothers who have children serving or who have served in the U.S. armed forces. History, member directory, newsletter, discussion forum, event information, and related links provided.
National federation of spouses of personnel enlisted or past enlisted in the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Includes chapter locations, board member roster, and information about the national project and scholarship.
Founded in 1970 to promote improved public understanding of the U.S. Congress and of representative democracy. Site includes articles from former members, event and program information, memorials, publications, and related links.
National network of symphony, chamber, youth, and collegiate orchestras of all sizes which advocates for orchestras and the music they perform to the public. Site includes resources for orchestras, conference and event calendar, and news.
Raises money for non-profit and public archives to preserve and make available endangered films that are not protected by commercial interests. Preservation basics, news, current grants and projects, and links to archives.
Promotes firearms safety training and rifle practice for all qualified U.S. citizens, with special emphasis on youth, through a network of state associations and local clubs. Site includes resources for marksmanship, firearms and range safety, shooting c
Membership organization which advocates for public safety and health. Site features resources and statistics on safety, health and environmental topics, training, and products; also provides chapter listing, event information, and news.
Formed to improve teaching methods in medical education in order to improve health care in the United States. History, current board of directors, and programs and proceedings available.
Sororial lineage society which seeks to honor their ancestors through public service. Site offers membership requirements, state listings, society departments, projects, history, and links.
Umbrella organization for professional historians in the United States. Site links to publications and journals, affiliated organizations, and annual meeting information, as well as providing job ads, teaching and education guides, and other history resou
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