As such, the PLAV is open to all honorably discharged American veterans and certain allied veterans such as specified in the PLAV National Constitution. The PLAV is a nationwide organization which operates in 15 states and has members in many more. The PLAV is organized with a National Department, subordinate State Departments and Posts within those departments. The PLAV is counted among the top v
eterans' organizations when it comes to volunteering and making monetary donations to VA Hospitals and veterans homes. The PLAV also purchases items for personal use and enjoyment of the veteran patients at those facilities. The PLAV maintains a Legislative Officer in the nation's Capital to keep all members informed of Bills and Programs that relate to Veterans. Additionally, PLAV members serve on Boards, Advisery Bodies and Panels of the Department of Veterans Affairs. PLAV Service Officers are available to help veterans in filing claims with the VA. At the Post level, the PLAV is well represented at hometown parades and other patriotic functions. Many Posts sponsor Boy Scout troops, Little League, Soccer teams and are involved in Community Programs. The PLAV maintains the Comradeship that American military men and women held so dear during their time of service to our Country. AUXILIARIES
The PLAV Ladies Auxiliary is organized on National, State and Local levels. They bring relief, solace and economic aid to thousands of Veterans and their dependents. They visit VA facilities and contribute time, effort and funds for veterans programs and other Civic and Community functions. The Sons of the PLAV is comprised of individuals not eligible for regular membership and assist local Posts in operation along with fundraising, VA hospital visits and many Community projects. They are organized at present on local Post levels.
