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SEE SCHEDULE O FOR FURTHER DETAILS. false false 45103783 6030569 SERVICE PROGRAM: Services are offered at no cost or obligation to veterans, their families and survivors. -NSOs provided representation for nearly 250,000 pending claims for veterans and their families before the VA, obtaining for them more than $4.3 billion in new and retroactive benefits. -TSOs conducted 1,076 presentations to help prepare 42,229 transitioning service members for civilian life. TSOs filed 24,200 claims for VA benefits and connected veterans with free resources available through DAV. -MSOs traveled 56,318 miles to 665 sites where NSOs interviewed 6,335 veterans and potential claimants. (See Schedule O) 2765959 1351786 VOLUNTARY SERVICES PROGRAM: By providing veterans with transportation to medical appointments, coordinating in-hospital volunteer opportunities and encouraging and supporting efforts to honor the sacrifices of disabled veterans, DAV enhances the quality of life of veterans, their families and survivors. -In 2017, volunteers traveled 18,452,374 miles, providing 615,000 rides to veterans and donating 1,493,050 hours of their time. -The value of volunteer hours and services amounted to more than $36 million. -To incentivize youth volunteers, DAV awarded $75,000 through its scholarship program. (See Schedule O) 1449858 EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM: DAV is committed to ensuring transitioning military members and their families secure the tools, resources and opportunities they need to advance their employment goals. Since the programs inception in 2014, DAV co-hosted 318 all veterans traditional and virtual career fairs across the country, creating employment opportunities for nearly 57,000 active-duty, Guard and Reserve personnel, veterans and their spouses. - DAV connects veterans with employment resources and opportunities through its website www.jobs.dav.org. 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Veterans Services DAV Dept of Vermont PO Box 828 White River Jct VT 05001 036015639 501(c)(4) 12104 Veterans Services DAV Dept of Virginia PO Box 7176 Roanoke VA 240190000 540697376 501(c)(4) 187757 Veterans Services DAV Dept of Washington 2315 Burwell St Bremerton WA 983120000 910544487 501(c)(4) 105516 Veterans Services DAV Dept of West Virginia PO Box 605 Elkview WV 250710000 550521769 501(c)(4) 34121 Veterans Services DAV Dept of Wisconsin 1253 Scheuring Rd DePere WI 541150000 390244255 501(c)(4) 67298 Veterans Services DAV Dept of Wyoming 219 Ames Avenue Cheyenne WY 820072218 237041066 501(c)(4) 7823 Veterans Services Department of Veterans Affairs 50 Irving Street NW Washington DC 20422 521688621 Gov't Entity 888496 Winter Sports Clinic/Tee Tournament Department of Veterans Affairs 51 Irving Street NW Washington DC 20423 521688621 Gov't Entity 216981 VA Transportation Network Columbia Trust Service Programs 3725 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring KY 41076 521516071 501(c)(4) 240499 Veterans Services Camp Corral 5151 Glenwood Ave Raleigh NC 27612 453555807 501(c)(3) 326340 Children of Veterans Intrepid Museum Foundation One Intrepid Square New York NY 10036 133062419 501(c)(3) 15000 Veterans Services Hillvets Foundation 625 N Washington Alexandria VA 22314 473616097 501(c)(19) 25000 Veterans Services VETERANS CONSORTIUM PRO BONO PROGRAM 2101 L Street NW Washington DC 20037 Gov't Entity 6500 Veterans Consortium Sponsorship The American Legion 5413 Backlick RD Springfield VA 22151 350144250 501(c)(19) 7500 CoHost Partnership- The Veterans Inaugural Ball 5 55 SCHOLARSHIPS 25 57500 DISASTER RELIEF 3994 1363220 Part I, Line 2 The procedure for monitoring the use of grants varies depending on the type of grant. For grants to DAV Departments, every department is required to submit an annual financial report to DAV for approval. Review of annual financial reports allows DAV to monitor the proper use of funds granted by DAV and to ensure good standing for continued eligibility. Expenses for the National Veterans Winter Sports Clinic and Van Program are sent directly to and are paid by DAV (directly to the billing party) when determined that the expense is an acceptable and qualifying cost of the designated program. Scholarship payments towards tuition on behalf of an eligible award recipient are paid directly to the academic institution. The remainder of the grants are made on a good faith basis to reputable organizations with a history of service to disabled veterans. X X X true true X X X false false false false false false false true false J MARC BURGESS NATL. 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In 2017, no trips met the criteria for first class travel for DAV related business for persons listed on Part II, Section A, Line 1a. Travel for Companions: DAV pays for companions of those traveling on DAV business, but on a very limited basis. Such authorization is only granted when the companion's presence either confers AN actual benefit on DAV or provides needed aid and assistance for a significantly disabled DAV traveler. In the case of the DAV traveler requiring aid and assistance, DAV will bear the full expense of the companion and it is not considered taxable income. In all other situations, companion expenses are either reimbursed by the DAV traveler or included in taxable income. In 2017, DAV did not have companion travel for persons listed on Schedule J, Part II. Discretionary spending account: During their one-year, nonsuccessive term, DAV pays the National Commander an annual expense allowance prorated from the date of his/her election to the date of the election of his/her successor, in an amount approved by the Board of Directors, and reflected in the appropriate minutes. The amount is to cover lodging, meals, and other expenses incurred to serve in this capacity. It is comparable to amounts paid those in similar positions in like organizations and is reported as taxable income on Form 1099. In 2017, David W. Riley, DAV National Commander (January to August) received $131,855 and Delphine Metcalf-Foster, DAV National Commander (September to December) received $93,145 for such payments. Part I, Line 7 DAV has a Leadership Incentive Program that offers an additional percentage of annual base salary to about 40 employees - primarily key executives, directors and managers. The award percentage is based on the individual participant's position and the organization's measured success meeting 8 goals - one related to achievement of standard ratios published by the BBB Wise Giving Alliance and 7 based DAV strategic plan goals. The Program was designed with assistance from an outside, independent consultant and approved by the Board of Directors. DAVID WILSON SEE SCH. L. PART V 118428 EMPLOYMENT false Sch L, Part IV, Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons (a) Name of Person: David Wilson (b) Relationship Between Interested Person and Organization: Former board member and officer's family member X 75 483859 COST / SELLING PRICE false true false Schedule M, Part I, Column (b) For Securities - Publicly Traded the number of contributions is reported. Form 990, Part III, Line 4A, Program Service Accomplishments: SERVICE PROGRAM (CONT): In more than 100 offices throughout the United States and in Puerto Rico, we employ a corps of 262 national service officers (NSOs) and 33 transition service officers (TSOs) who counsel and represent veterans, their families and survivors with claims for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense and other government agencies. NSOs function as attorneys-in-fact holding 1.1 million powers of attorney to assist veterans and their families in filing claims for VA disability compensation; rehabilitation and education programs; pensions; death benefits; and employment and training programs. They provide free services such as information seminars and counseling, and community outreach activities through the Mobile Service Office (MSO) Program and other opportunities to educate and inform veterans on the benefits theyve earned. NSOs also represent veterans and active-duty military personnel before Discharge Review Boards, Boards for Correction of Military Records, Physical Evaluation Boards, the Disability Transition Assistance Program, the Transition Assistance Program and other official panels. Since being chartered by Congress in 1932, they filed 11.3 million claims for benefits and secured over $100 billion in retroactive and annual benefits. For service members making the all-important transition to civilian life, DAV participates in Transition Assistance and Disabled Transition Assistance programs. Our TSOs provide benefits counseling and assistance to service members filing initial claims for VA benefits at nearly 100 military installations throughout the country. DAV continues its pro bono representation program for veterans seeking review in the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. DAV currently works with two law firms that are highly accomplished in dealing with veterans issues at the court. In fiscal year 2017, the BVA took action on more than 16,400 cases involving DAV clients. These were cases reviewed to identify those in which a veterans claim was improperly denied. Thanks to DAV and our relationship with private law firms, 1,496 of these cases previously denied by the BVA were appealed to the court, at no cost to the veterans. The MSO Program continues to seek new venues to bring DAV service to veterans and dependents in their own communities. The MSO extends our assistance to veterans who might not be able to visit a Service Office due to distance, transportation, health or other reasons. We are in our third year of deploying MSOs to colleges and universities and conducting service seminars for student veterans on campuses throughout the nation. In calendar year 2017, our efforts with these programs resulted in more than 60 events being conducted throughout 41 states and Puerto Rico. We interviewed a total of 449 student veterans and dependents, helping them file 236 claims for benefits. Expenses $39,127,026 including grants of $58,108. Revenue $0. State Services and Disaster Relief: During 2017, the DAV Disaster Relief Program distributed 2,215 supply kits and provided 3,988 payments totaling in excess of $1.3 million to service-injured or ill veterans, service members and their families in need of relief. Since the programs inception in 1968, $11.5 million has been disbursed to victims. When disaster strikes, DAV service officers and members deploy into devastated areas, enabling DAV to provide much-needed monetary assistance; conduct benefits counseling; and offer referral services for veterans, service members and their families in need. Our Disaster Relief Program provides grants in the aftermath of natural disasters and emergencies in various areas around the nation to help veterans and their families secure temporary lodging, food and other necessities. Most recently, DAV supported veterans and their families impacted by the flooding throughout Louisiana, wildfires in California, Hurricane Harvey in Texas, AND HURRICANE IRMA IN PUERTO RICO AND FLORIDA. SUPPLY KITS-BACKPACKS, BLANKETS AND HYGIENE KITS-ARE PROVIDED AS AN ADDITIONAL RESOURCE FOR SAFETY, comfort and self-sufficiency in an extended emergency, disaster or evacuation. Each hygiene kit includes basic necessities such as a toothbrush and toothpaste, razors and shaving cream, hand sanitizer, deodorant, shampoo and soap. The DAV State Service Program granted funds to DAV state-level departments under this program totaling $3,757,753 in 2017. This program helps fund services that our state-level departments provide to veterans and their families. In some cases the department programs dovetail or supplement those of our nationwide programs. In other cases they are unique for veterans in their state. DAV also donated to the DAV Just B Kids Scholarship Fund supporting Camp Corral. The scholarships helped 1,000 children of wounded disabled or fallen military members attend a free week of summer camp at Camp Corral and connect with other campers who share similar backgrounds and experiences. Expenses $5,976,757 including grants of $5,972,461. Revenue $0. Form 990, Part III, Line 4B, Program Service Accomplishments: VOLUNTARY SERVICES PROGRAM (CONT): The DAV Transportation Network is the largest program of its kind for veterans in the nation. This unique initiative helps get veterans to and from VA medical appointments by providing vehicles and a team of volunteer drivers. Its managed by 162 hospital service coordinators located at 197 VA medical centers and outpatient clinics, and is operated by committed DAV volunteer drivers. Since the programs inception in 1987, DAV departments and chapters have donated 3,178 vehicles and Ford Motor Co. has donated 215 vehicles at a total combined cost of more than $76.3 million. The amount of hours DAV volunteers dedicate, the miles they drive and the number of rides they provide to veterans reflect promises weve ensured were kept. To put this into perspective, DAV volunteer drivers have driven 717,288,217 miles since the program began. In 2017, volunteers traveled 18,452,374 miles, providing nearly 615,000 rides to veterans and donating 1,493,050 hours of their time. The value of these contributed services is reported as revenue on DAV's financial statements prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, but is not recorded as revenue on this Form 990 in accordance with Internal Revenue Service guidelines. Other DAV voluntary service program initiatives include the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, National Disabled Veterans Tee Tournament, Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Program, Local Veterans Assistance Program and VA Voluntary Service Program. Expenses $2,765,959 including grants of $1,351,786. Revenue $0. Form 990, Part III, Line 4C, Program Service Accomplishments: EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (CONT): DAV realizes the challenges that many veterans face in pursuing rewarding careers. Established in 2014, the DAV National Employment Program has firmly positioned itself as a leader among veterans service organizations in providing assistance to veterans and their spouses seeking new or better jobs. One primary component of this mission was forming strategic partnerships with Recruit Military, a full-service military-to-civilian recruiting firm that is veteran operated, and Veteran Recruiting, who hosts virtual career fairs that are accessible to all veterans. In less than four years, our National Employment Program has already made a significant impact to reduce the number of unemployed and underemployed veterans. In fact, from June 2014 through December 2017, DAV sponsored 318 traditional and virtual career fairs that nearly 119,000 active service members, Guard and Reserve personnel, veterans and spouses attended, resulting in more than 57,000 job offers. In 2018, DAV will again increase our efforts by sponsoring more than 150 traditional and virtual career fairs, including 20 events on military bases such as Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.; Fort Bragg, N.C.; Fort Hood, Texas; and Camp Pendleton, Calif. DAVs National Employment Department also works directly with companies seeking the many talents and skills veterans possess. Our program provides a multitude of resources that veterans can access within our employment resources webpage (jobs.dav.org), including a job search board that boasts more than 250,000 current employment opportunities around the world and direct links to company website job boards. We are happy to report that our employment resources website has grown by 617 users monthly. Through efforts started in 2017, we will be expanding our assistance by adding The Veteran Advantage: DAV Guide to Hiring & Retaining Veterans with Disabilities. With our guide, we aim to provide companies, hiring managers or other human resources professionals a solution-oriented, practical and strategic approach to hiring and retaining veterans with disabilities. IN 2017, DAV LAUNCHED A NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH "HIRING AMERICA," THE foremost voice in televised programs dedicated solely to helping veterans secure meaningful employment. Each episode features companies with outstanding veteran hiring initiatives; shares insights from CEOs, career counselors and human resources specialists; and provides valuable information to help ease the transition for veterans entering the civilian workforce. Expenses $1,449,858 including grants of $0. Revenue $0. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d, Other Program Services: COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM: The National Communications Department oversees internal and external communications programs, including media relations, publications, digital content and a variety of public outreach initiatives, to tell DAVs story and support its key initiatives. A bimonthly magazine keeps our members informed about important issues and our governments policies affecting the federal benefits and services veterans have earned. This publication also showcases the many successful service programs of our state-level DEPARTMENTS AND LOCAL DAV CHAPTERS-AND THUS ENCOURAGES EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES IN COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE. DAVs communications staff produces news releases, speeches, op-eds, brochures, print messages, public service announcements, videos and other materials that provide information about DAV and the full range of free services that empower veterans to live high-quality lives with respect and dignity. Additionally, we have significantly grown our social media community using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Through this unique outreach program, DAV has been able to reach millions of Americans with our message of service and volunteerism in support of injured and ill veterans. With such a vast array of programs, DAV is able to provide in-depth research and resources to best explain issues with facts, relevant examples and meaningful context. As a result, our educational public service and outreach programs continue to promote awareness of veterans issues and honor veterans service to our nation. Expenses $8,820,976 including grants of $15,000. Revenue $0. MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM: DAV has nearly 4,600 members dedicated to recruiting veterans so that we can maintain our strong voice and credibility with lawmakers now and well into the future. With 52 state-level departments and 1,283 active chapters nationwide, we closed the 20162017 membership year with more than 1 million veterans in DAV, ensuring a strong, unified and living embodiment of DAVs mission of service to veterans, their families and survivors. The lifeblood of DAV is its membership. When veterans join DAV, they enlist in a fight to ensure our nation keeps its promises to those whove served. The unwavering devotion that members dedicate to our mission has made DAV the premier veterans service organization, and our commitment has spanned nearly a century. DAV is the leading voice for the nations injured and ill veterans, regardless of service era. This commitment is expressed in our mission statement and makes DAV unique among other organizations. DAV was founded in the immediate aftermath of World War I, as no group then existed to provide and advocate for veterans forever changed by military service. Our legacy has evolved to meet the changing needs of members, families and caregivers amid the historical journey of our nation. Our military and American society continues to change, and DAV embraces those changes to ensure veterans of all service eras and genders are able to have their chance at the American dream. Today, social networking and other changes to the ways Americans communicate allow DAV members to play a larger role than ever as spokespeople advocating for the unique needs of the veteran community. We continue to respond to the needs of the current generation of veterans and also are steadfast in our resolution to ensure equitable support for ANOTHER VITAL PART OF OUR COMMUNITY-VETERAN CAREGIVERS. Expenses $6,915,659 including grants of $50. Revenue $6,951,769. LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM: DAV has promoted stronger, more effective public policies for veterans injured or made ill during wartime service, as well as their families and survivors. DAV works to achieve our public policy objectives, primarily through the efforts of our National Legislative Department, to strengthen, expand and reform federal laws, policies, programs and benefits for service-disabled veterans. The guiding principles of our advocacy efforts come directly from the resolutions adopted by delegates to our annual national conventions, grounded by the DAV Constitution and Bylaws. Although our legislative program accounted for less than 1 percent of DAVs total expenditures in 2017, we were able to achieve remarkable results for the men and women who served, thanks to the strength and activism of DAVs grassroots members and supporters across the country. In 2017, at the beginning of the 115th Congress, DAV met with the Senate and House Veterans Affairs Committees (SVAC and HVAC) to share our highest legislative priorities: reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs health care system and community care programs, including the Choice Program; eliminating the inequity in eligibility for the VAs comprehensive caregiver support program; modernizing the claims and appeals process for veterans benefits; and improving access to care and benefits for women veterans. Expenses $ 2,033,071 including grants of $ 0. Revenue $0 PUBLIC AWARENESS OUTREACH: Veterans transitioning to civilian life must navigate hurdles most Americans cannot begin to fathom. Unlike wars in the nations past, MULTIPLE COMBAT TOURS ARE SHOULDERED BY AN INCREASINGLY SMALL NUMBER-LESS THAN ONE-HALF OF 1 PERCENT OF OUR POPULATION-WHO VOLUNTEER TO WEAR Americas uniform. The burden of defending the homeland continues to be borne by a few of the bravest sons and daughters our country has to offer. At the same time, most citizens remain unaffected by the increasing military-civilian gap. A recent study by the Pew Research Center concluded that adults under age 50 in the United States are considerably less likely than past generations to have a close relative who served in the military. That number shrinks even further among the adult POPULATION AGES 18 TO 29, CAUSING AN INEVITABLE DISCONNECT-DESPITE 17 CONSECUTIVE YEARS AT WAR-BETWEEN THE SMALL NUMBER OF WARRIOR CITIZENS AND THE population of the homeland theyve sworn to protect. This effort increases public awareness of veterans issues and provides Americans an opportunity to become involved in relating with and helping the men and women who served our nation and preserved the way of life fellow Americans hold dear. DAV 5Ks continue to inspire feelings of genuine patriotism across many communities in our nation. These events showcase our heroes, help bridge the military-civilian gap and raise awareness about issues facing veterans daily. This past year, we held DAV 5K events in Atlanta; Boston; Cincinnati; San Antonio; Newport News, Va.; and Tulsa, Okla. In total, more than 9,000 people and nearly 900 volunteers personally honored and thanked friends and family members who served or are currently serving our country. In 2018, we look forward to even greater participation as we continue to explore opportunities to expand the 5K events to other cities. Expenses $ 29,394,824 including grants of $ 0. Revenue $ 73,219. Public Service Announcement Program: DAV public service announcement campaigns help highlight our mission and raise awareness of the programs and no-cost services we provide to veterans and their families. These messages also educate the GENERAL PUBLIC AS TO WHAT THE DAV IS-AN ORGANIZATION OF VETERANS SERVING VETERANS. When DAVs message is seen, its a victory for DAV and all veterans. In 2017, our program grew to $89.7 million, representing 18 percent growth from 2016. Of this, $88.1 million represents a donation from television, radio, print, outdoor and transit media outlets. The extensive media exposure resulted in more than 6.5 billion impressions. Some of our top-valued national television placements included airings on ABC, CBS and Fox; and our top print placements included Field & Stream, Food & Wine, Money, and Time magazines, as well as the Wall Street Journal. To view or download DAVs public service messages, visit davpsa.org. Expenses $ 1,579,245 including grants of $ 0. Revenue $ 0. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6 DAV IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH MEMBERS THAT HAVE THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNANCE. THEY, OR THEIR DELEGATES, ELECT FOUR MEMBERS OF DAV'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A PLEASE SEE FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B FOLLOWING COMPLETION OF FORM 990 BY THE DAV'S TAX PREPARER, IT IS REVIEWED BY DAV'S ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT STAFF AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. ONCE RESULTING REVISIONS ARE MADE, THE FORM IS MAILED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THEIR REVIEW AND QUESTIONS. IT IS SUBSEQUENTLY FILED WITH THE IRS. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C ALL MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECEIVE A COPY OF THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY IMMEDIATELY UPON ASSUMING OFFICE, OR AT A MINIMUM, ANNUALLY. THE SAME PROCESS APPLIES TO KEY EMPLOYEES AND DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS. RECIPIENTS ACKNOWLEDGE THEY HAVE READ THE POLICY, IDENTIFY ANY AREAS OF CONFLICT AND RETURN THE SIGNED DISCLOSURE FORM TO THE DAV EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. RESPONSES ARE REVIEWED AND IDENTIFIED. CONFLICTS ARE REFERRED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL AS APPROPRIATE. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 EVERY FOUR OR FIVE YEARS DAV HIRES AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTING FIRM TO REVIEW COMPENSATION OF DAV NATIONAL ADJUTANT AND CEO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS, KEY EMPLOYEES, AND OTHER TOP MANAGEMENT OFFICIALS. THIS INVOLVES REVIEW OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCUMULATION OF COMPARABLE DATA FROM OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AND DETERMINATION OF APPROPRIATE COMPENSATION RANGES FOR EACH. THE RANGES ARE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY INDEPENDENT MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOARD). ANY SUBSEQUENT CHANGES IN COMPENSATION, TYPICALLY ANNUAL AND WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED RANGES, ARE ALSO APPROVED BY THE BOARD. NON-EMPLOYEE MEMBERS OF DAV'S BOARD RECEIVE AN IRS APPROVED DAILY PER DIEM WHEN ATTENDING MEETINGS OR REPRESENTING DAV AT VARIOUS RELATED EVENTS. THIS IS PRIMARILY TO COVER MEALS AND LODGING. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AND THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. THE DAV ANNUAL REPORT AND MOST RECENT FORM 990 ARE AVAILABLE ON DAV'S WEBSITE (WWW.DAV.ORG) AND ALSO UPON REQUEST OR PUBLIC INSPECTION AT DAV NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS. FORM 1024 IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9 OTHER CHANGES: PENSION LIABILITY AND OTHER POSTRETIREMENT BENEFIT OBLIGATION ADJUSTMENT $(2,483,906)