(a) Federal Charter.—American War Mothers (in this chapter, the “corporation”) is a federally chartered corporation.

Terms Used In 36 USC 22501

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.

(b) Place of Incorporation.—The corporation is declared to be incorporated in the District of Columbia.

(c) Period of Existence.—The corporation may continue to exist until there are no individuals who qualify for membership.