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Restrictions on Political Activity

When American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., is requested to make any statement regarding current events that are of a political nature, the request will always be denied.  ​
Under the Internal Revenue Code, all section 501(c)(3) organizations are absolutely prohibited from directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for elective public office. Contributions to political campaign funds or public statements of position (verbal or written) made on behalf of AGSM in favor of or in opposition to any candidate for public office clearly violate the prohibition against political campaign activity.  Violating this prohibition may result in denial or revocation of tax-exempt status and the imposition of certain excise taxes.  
American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. is almost 100 years old.  AGSM, Inc. will NOT jeopardize our standing as an organization by engaging in political comment.  We are a Congressionally chartered VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION, not a political organization. 

The comments or opinions voiced by individual members are their right to free speech.  They are not the position of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., and should not be interpreted as such.  Remember, not every Gold Star Mother in America has chosen to be a member of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc.  The women who have chosen to be a member of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc., have done so because they want to be part of a veterans service organization that allows them to continue to serve our military and veteran community in honor of their Hero.  


Patti Elliott
National President
American Gold Star Mothers, Inc
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​American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Headquarters
2128 Leroy Place NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
​(202) 265-0991
[email protected]


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  • AGSM
    • FAQ
    • The Gold Star Mother Newsletter
    • Members Only - Password Required >
      • Memorandums of Understanding
    • History
    • Get Involved >
      • Our Impact >
        • Military Communities
        • Gold Star Mothers and Families
    • Grant Opportunities
    • Compliance Disclosures
  • The AGSM Store
    • 2025 White House Ornament
    • Books
    • New Logo Products
    • ASGM logo items
    • 2025 Dues
    • Pins
    • AGSM Jewelry
    • Coins
    • Logo Apparel - Valley Athletic
    • Supplies
    • Partner Products
  • Events & Projects
    • 2024 Events >
      • Gold Star Mothers Weekend >
        • 2024 Gold Star Mothers Weekend Photos
      • Veterans Day 2024
      • Wreaths Across America 2024
    • 2025 Events >
      • 2025 Memorial Day
      • 2025 National Convention
      • 2025 Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day
      • 2025 Chapel of the Four Chaplains
      • 2025 White Rose Ball
    • Veteran's Last Patrol
    • Operation Gratitude
  • News & Blog
  • Contact US
    • Membership >
      • Chapters & Departments
      • Contact Membership
    • Contact the National President
    • Contact the National Chaplain
  • Restrictions on Political Activity
  • calendar
  • Category
  • 2025 National Convention Schedule