A non-profit corporation supporting the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
In 2008, the Florida Legislature established the Florida Veterans Foundation as a Direct Support Organization to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs (FDVA). As a Direct Support Organization, the Foundation is incorporated as a not for profit corporation under chapter 617, Florida Statutes, to provide assistan
ce, funding and support for the FDVA in carrying out its mission of veterans’ advocacy. The Foundation operates for the direct and indirect benefit of the veterans of Florida, the FDVA, and veteran service organizations. The Florida Veterans Foundation is also a non-profit organization operating for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code to:
• educate the public about the needs of veterans; and,
• promote and aid charitable activities for the support of the livelihood and general welfare of Florida-resident veterans. Governance
The Foundation is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, appointed by the Executive Director of the Florida Department of Veterans’ affairs. Board members are veterans, business owners and other community leaders; current residents of Florida; and are highly knowledgeable about the United States military, its service personnel, its veterans, and its mission. To view the current Board of Directors, please see www.floridaveteransfoundation.org
