We are an educational, patriotic, fraternal organization dedicated to maintaining and extending the institutions of American freedom. Our members include veterans of WWII, Korea, Viet Nam, and the Gulf Wars. Although the majority of our members are Americans of Japanese Ancestry, our members are not exclusively Japanese Americans. Our "Friends of JAVA" include spouses, friends, relatives, and other supporters of JAVA's goals and objectives:
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To provide assistance, as needed, to member veterans and their widows and dependents.
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To perpetuate the memory of deceased Japanese American veterans.
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To conduct educational programs to emphasize the contributions of Japanese American war veterans including speeches, and discussion panels for various civic, religious, political and educational groups.
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To sponsor social and recreational activities in keeping with the patriotic spirit of national holidays.
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To promote the spirit of patriotism and national pride among the younger generation, particularly those of Japanese ancestry.
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To provide financial assistance and scholarships for needy and deserving dependents of deceased Japanese American veterans.
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To liaise with other veterans' organizations, including Japanese American Military Intelligence Service, the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and the 100th Infantry Battalion groups.
