The mission of this organization shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical and educational; to assist the Posts and members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, and its members whenever possible; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America and fidelity to its Constitution and Laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom and equal rights and justice to all men and women; and to preserve and defend the United States of America from all her enemies.