{"id":47,"date":"2026-05-14T19:47:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T19:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/?page_id=47"},"modified":"2026-05-14T19:50:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T19:50:29","slug":"combat-veterans-national","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/index.php\/combat-veterans-national\/","title":{"rendered":"Combat Veterans National"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA) is&nbsp;<strong>a national organization of motorcycle enthusiasts formed to support and defend those who have served the United States as members of the armed forces in combat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/combatvet.us\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"65\" class=\"wp-image-45\" style=\"width: 400px;\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cvma_site_logo.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cvma_site_logo.png 920w, https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cvma_site_logo-300x49.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cvma14-9.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cvma_site_logo-768x125.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combatvet.us\/\">www.combatvet.us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-objectives-and-activities\">Key Objectives and Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Charitable Support:<\/strong>&nbsp;The CVMA raises funds and provides assistance for veteran-related causes, including housing for homeless veterans, veteran centers, and health organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Community and Brotherhood:<\/strong>&nbsp;It provides a space for combat veterans to connect with others who share similar experiences, helping with the transition to civilian life and providing a support system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Advocacy:<\/strong>&nbsp;They often participate in patriotic events, parades, and funeral escorts to honor fallen service members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"membership-structure\">Membership Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CVMA has a specific hierarchy for its members, indicated by the patches they wear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Full Members:<\/strong>&nbsp;Veterans with verified combat service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Supporter Members:<\/strong>&nbsp;Veterans who have served but do not have combat experience (they must have a verified honorable discharge).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Auxiliary Members:<\/strong>&nbsp;Spouses of Full Members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"distinct-from-outlaw-clubs\">Distinct from &#8220;Outlaw&#8221; Clubs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to note that the CVMA is&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;an &#8220;Outlaw&#8221; motorcycle club (MC) or a &#8220;1%&#8221; club. They are a&nbsp;<strong>charitable 501(c)(19) veterans&#8217; organization<\/strong>. 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