Military Order of the Purple Heart
Logo of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
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| Motto | Some Gave All, All Gave Some |
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| Formation | 1932 |
| Headquarters | Springfield, VA |
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Membership
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Approx. 45,300 |
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National Commander
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Bruce G. McKenty |
| Website | purpleheart.org |
The Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) is a congressionally chartered (Title 36 USC Chapter 1405) United States war veterans organization. Headquartered just outside Washington, D.C., it has a membership of approximately 45,300 veterans. It is unique in that its members are exclusively men and women who have received the Purple Heart award while serving as a member of the U.S. Military.
To apply for membership in MOPH, applicants must meet the requirements of Title 36 United States Code (USC) §140503. Membership:
36 USC
§140503. Membership
(a) Active Members.-An individual is eligible for active membership in the corporation if the individual-
(1) is of good moral character; and
(2) has received the Purple Heart for wounds received as a member, of any rank, of the Armed Forces of the United States or any foreign country during military or naval combat against an armed enemy of the United States.
The MOPH's stated mission is "to foster an environment of goodwill and camaraderie among combat wounded veterans, promote patriotism, support necessary legislative initiatives, and most importantly, provide service to all veterans and their families."
The MOPH Service Program exists to assist all U.S. Military veterans (to include members as well as nonmembers) in working with the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and filing claims for benefits.
The MOPH's Youth Activities Program is designed to instill the values of patriotism and good citizenry among America's youth. This includes recognizing outstanding ROTC and JROTC leaders in the U.S. and Department of Defense dependent schools globally.
The Military Order of the Purple Heart's Veterans Affairs Volunteer Service (VAVS) Program operates the largest volunteer system in the U.S. Federal Government. VAVS works with the VA to supplement resources for the care, treatment and welfare of veteran patients.
The MOPH Scholarship Program is designed to provide monetary assistance for college to applicants who are either:
In addition, the members must:
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