(a) Federal Charter. - Agricultural Hall of Fame (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. - Except as...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to receive and maintain one or more funds and to use any part of the principal or interest only for charitable, ...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as...

(a) Board of Governors. - (1) The board of governors is the governing body of the corporation. Between meetings of the members of the corporation, the board is responsible for...

The corporation may - (1) adopt and amend bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt and alter a corporate seal; ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a governor, officer, employee,...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Kansas City, Kansas, or another place decided by the board of governors. However, the activities of the corporation are...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of governors,...

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent is notice to or...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

On dissolution or final liquidation of the corporation, any assets of the corporation remaining after the discharge of all liabilities shall be distributed as provided by the...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - Air Force Sergeants Association (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), a nonprofit corporation incorporated in the District of Columbia, is a...

(a) General. - The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation and include - (1) helping to maintain a highly dedicated...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the bylaws...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the bylaws and articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Distribution of Income or Assets. - The income or assets of the corporation...

(a) Corporate Status. - The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia. (b) Tax-Exempt Status. -...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

(a) Federal Charter. - American Academy of Arts and Letters (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Place of Incorporation. -...

The purpose of the corporation is to further the interests of literature and the fine arts. ...

The corporation may have not more than 50 regular members. ...

The corporation may - (1) adopt bylaws and regulations; (2) fill vacancies; (3) provide for the election of foreign, domestic, or honorary associate members,...

The corporation shall hold an annual meeting at a place in the United States as may be designated. ...

The corporation shall make an annual report to Congress, to be filed with the Librarian of Congress. ...

The audit requirements of section 10101 of this title do not apply to the corporation. ...

American Chemical Society (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. ...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to encourage in the broadest and most liberal manner the advancement of chemistry in all its branches; (2) to promote...

The corporation may - (1) adopt a constitution, bylaws, and regulations; (2) fill vacancies; (3) provide for the election of members and the division of ...

(a) Investigations, Examinations, Experiments, and Reports. - When requested by the Secretary of the Army, Air Force, or Navy, the corporation shall investigate, examine,...

The corporation shall hold an annual meeting at a place in the United States as may from time to time be designated. ...

Not later than December 1 of each year, the corporation shall submit a report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior calendar year, including a...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

American Council of Learned Societies (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), a nonprofit corporation incorporated in the District of Columbia, is a federally chartered corporation. ...

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and include - (1) the advancement of the humanistic studies in all fields of learning; and ...

Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The officers and...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a director or officer as such may...

The corporation shall maintain its status as an organization exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.). If the corporation does not...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - American Ex-Prisoners of War (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), a nonprofit corporation incorporated in the State of Washington, is a federally...

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and include - (1) encouraging fraternity for the common good; (2) fostering patriotism...

Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the bylaws. ...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The officers and...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

The corporation has the exclusive right to use and to allow others to use the name ''American Ex-Prisoners of War'' and the official American Ex-Prisoners of War emblem or...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a director or officer as such may...

(a) Corporate Status. - The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Washington. (b) Tax-Exempt Status. -...

(a) Records. - The Corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - American GI Forum of the United States (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), a nonprofit corporation incorporated in Texas, is a federally...

(a) General. - The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation and include - (1) securing the blessing of American democracy at...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the bylaws...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the bylaws and articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Distribution of Income or Assets. - The income or assets of the corporation...

(a) Corporate Status. - The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of Texas. (b) Tax-Exempt Status. - The corporation shall maintain...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - American Gold Star Mothers, Incorporated (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), incorporated in the District of Columbia, is a federally...

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and include a continuing commitment, on a national basis, to - (1) keep alive and develop...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the constitution and ...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The officers and...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Distribution of Income or Assets. - The income or assets of the corporation...

(a) Corporate Status. - The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of each State in which it is incorporated. (b) Tax-Exempt...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

American Historical Association (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a body corporate and politic in the District of Columbia. ...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to promote historical studies; (2) to collect and preserve historical manuscripts; and (3) other kindred purposes in...

The corporation may - (1) adopt a constitution and bylaws; and (2) hold property in the District of Columbia necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation. ...

The corporation may hold its annual meeting in a place the members of the corporation select. ...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia. ...

The Regents of the Smithsonian Institution may allow the corporation to deposit its collections, manuscripts, books, pamphlets, and other historical material in the Smithsonian ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution on the activities of the corporation and the condition of historical study in...

(a) Federal Charter. - American Hospital of Paris (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Place of Incorporation. - The corporation...

The purpose of the corporation is to maintain a hospital in the vicinity of Paris, France, to provide medical and surgical care to citizens of the United States. ...

(a) General. - (1) The board of governors is the governing body of the corporation. (2) The board shall have at least 12 governors, divided into 3 classes of equal numbers....

The corporation may acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property, in the United States and France, to carry out the purposes of the corporation. ...

The corporation may charge a reasonable compensation for providing medical and surgical services or may provide those services without charge. Amounts received under this...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia. However, offices may be maintained and meetings of the board of governors and committees may be...

The audit requirements of section 10101 of this title do not apply to the corporation. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - The American Legion (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. - Except as otherwise provided,...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States; (2) to promote peace and good will among the peoples of the ...

An individual is eligible for membership in the corporation only if the individual - (1) has served in the Armed Forces of - (A) the United States at any time during...

The corporation may - (1) adopt a constitution, bylaws, and regulations to carry out the purposes of the corporation; (2) adopt and alter a corporate seal; ...

The corporation and its State and local subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name ''The American Legion'' or ''American Legion''. The corporation has the exclusive...

The corporation shall be nonpolitical and may not promote the candidacy of an individual seeking public office. ...

As a condition to the exercise of any power or privilege granted by this chapter, the corporation shall file, with the secretary of state or other designated official of each...

Not later than January 1 of each year, the corporation shall submit a report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior calendar year. The report may not...

(a) Federal Charter. - The American National Theater and Academy (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. -...

The purposes of the corporation include - (1) the presentation of theatrical productions of the highest type; (2) the stimulation of public interest in the drama as...

The corporation may - (1) adopt a constitution, bylaws, and regulations; (2) adopt and alter a corporate seal; (3) establish and maintain offices and buildings...

The corporation and its State and local branches and subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name ''The American National Theater and Academy''. ...

(a) Profit and Stock. - The corporation shall be nonprofit and may not issue stock. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation shall be nonpolitical and nonsectarian, and...

The corporation may have its headquarters and hold its meetings at places the corporation decides are best. ...

As a condition to the exercise of any power or privilege granted by this chapter, the corporation shall file, with the secretary of state or other designated official of the...

Not later than January 1 of each year, the corporation shall submit a report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior calendar year, including a...

(a) Federal Charter. - The American Society of International Law (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. -...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to foster the study of international law; and (2) to promote the establishment and maintenance of international relations...

(a) Executive Council. - (1) The executive council is the governing body of the corporation. However, the council is subject to the directions of the corporation at its...

The corporation may - (1) adopt and amend a constitution, bylaws, and regulations for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt...

(a) Profit. - The corporation may not operate for profit. (b) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (c)...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the District of Columbia but may...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, executive council, and...

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - American Symphony Orchestra League (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. - Except...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to serve as a coordinating, research, and educational agency and clearinghouse for symphony orchestras to help strengthen...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as...

(a) Board of Directors. - (1) The board of directors is the governing body of the corporation. Between meetings of the members of the corporation, the board is responsible for...

The corporation may - (1) adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt and alter a...

The corporation has the exclusive right to use the name ''American Symphony Orchestra League'' and distinctive insignia, emblems and badges, descriptive or designating marks,...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a director or officer as such may...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Charleston, West Virginia, or another place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the corporation are...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

On dissolution or final liquidation of the corporation, any assets remaining after the discharge of all liabilities shall be distributed as provided by the board of directors, but...

(a) Federal Charter. - American War Mothers (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Place of Incorporation. - The corporation is declared...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to keep alive and develop the spirit that promoted world service; (2) to maintain the ties of fellowship born of that...

Eligibility for membership in the corporation is limited to women - (1) who are citizens of the United States; and (2) whose natural son or daughter, legally adopted...

The corporation may - (1) adopt a constitution, bylaws, and regulations; (2) adopt and alter a corporate seal; (3) adopt emblems and badges; (4) establish...

The corporation and its State, territorial, and local subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name ''American War Mothers''. ...

(a) General. - The corporation shall be nonprofit, nonpolitical, nonsectarian, and nonpartisan, and may not promote the candidacy of an individual seeking public office. ...

The personal property and funds of the corporation, whether principal or income, so long as held or used only to carry out the purposes of the corporation, are exempt from taxation...

The corporation may hold its meetings at any place the corporation decides. ...

As a condition to the exercise of any power or privilege granted by this chapter, the corporation shall file, with the secretary of state or other designated official of each...

Not later than January 1 of each year, the corporation shall submit a report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior calendar year. The report may not...

(a) Federal Charter. - AMVETS (American Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam) (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b)...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to preserve for ourselves and our posterity the great and basic truths and enduring principles upon which this Nation was ...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the constitution and ...

(a) Delegates to National Conventions. - Each post may elect delegates to national conventions of the corporation. The delegates each have one vote in the conduct of business of...

(a) General. - The corporation may - (1) adopt bylaws and regulations for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt seals, emblems,...

The corporation and its State, regional, and local subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name ''AMVETS (American Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam)'' and...

(a) Profit. - The corporation shall operate as a not-for-profit corporation, exclusively for charitable, educational, patriotic, and civic improvement purposes. (b) Stock...

The headquarters and principal place of business of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, executive committee,...

(a) District of Columbia. - The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officials, representatives, and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

On dissolution or final liquidation of the corporation, any assets remaining after the discharge or satisfactory provision for discharge of all liabilities shall be transferred to...

For purposes of this chapter, ''State'' includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States. ...

(a) Federal Charter. - Army and Navy Union of the United States of America (in this chapter, the ''corporation''), incorporated in Ohio, is a federally chartered corporation. ...

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its articles of incorporation and include - (1) holding true allegiance to the United States Government and fidelity...

Eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the bylaws. ...

(a) Board of Directors. - The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation. (b) Officers. - The officers and...

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated. ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a director or officer as such may...

(a) Corporate Status. - The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of Ohio. (b) Tax-Exempt Status. - The corporation shall maintain its ...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors,...

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities. ...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as...

(a) Federal Charter. - Aviation Hall of Fame (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Perpetual Existence. - Except as otherwise...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to receive and maintain one or more funds and to use any part of the principal and income only for charitable, scientific, ...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as...

(a) Board of Trustees. - (1) The board of trustees is the governing body of the corporation. Between meetings of the members of the corporation, the board is responsible for...

The corporation may - (1) adopt and amend bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt and alter a corporate seal; ...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a trustee, officer, employee,...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Dayton, Ohio, or another place decided by the board of trustees. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined...

(a) Records. - The corporation shall keep - (1) correct and complete records of account; (2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of trustees, board...

The corporation shall include in the audit report statement required under section 10101(b)(1)(B) of this title a schedule of all contracts requiring payments greater than $10,000...

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent is notice to or...

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority. ...

On dissolution or final liquidation of the corporation, any assets remaining after the discharge of all liabilities shall be distributed as provided by the board of trustees,...

(a) Federal Charter. - Big Brothers - Big Sisters of America (in this chapter, the ''corporation'') is a federally chartered corporation. (b) Place of Incorporation...

The purposes of the corporation are - (1) to assist individuals throughout the United States in solving their social and economic problems and in their health ...

(a) Eligibility. - Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as...

(a) Board of Directors. - (1) The board of directors is the governing body of the corporation. The powers, duties, and responsibilities of the board are as provided in...

The corporation may - (1) adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs; (2) adopt and alter a...

The corporation and its subordinate divisions have the exclusive right to use the names ''The Big Brothers of America, Big Sisters International, Incorporated'', ''Big Sisters...

(a) Stock and Dividends. - The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend. (b) Political Activities. - The corporation or a director or officer as such may...

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or another place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the