Military Order of the Purple Heart

Our members have all answered our Country's call. Now as Combat Wounded veterans, we proudly continue to serve our country by helping America’s active duty, veterans, her families and those who have borne the burden of battle.

Fraternity and Fellowship

You can meet and relate to a group of veterans who have the common bond of being wounded in combat and recognized for that sacrifice.

Pride of Membership

Your membership keeps alive the history and ideals for which you were awarded the Purple Heart from its original inception by General George Washington to America’s citizen soldiers of today.

Local Chapters

Regular meetings are held throughout the country and a MOPH Chapter is usually within a convenient distance from your home. Chapters engage in numerous social and helping activities - centered on veterans and their families, particularly those being treated at VA facilities.

Our Mission

The mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an environment of goodwill and camaraderie among combat wounded veterans, promote patriotism, support necessary legislative initiatives, and most importantly, provide service to all veterans and their families. Our members are Combat Wounded Veterans who are dedicated to our country and our veteran community. We endeavor to do better for each other and by each other always. Chartered by Congress for combat wounded Veterans. The Military Order of the Purple Heart is composed of military men and women who received the Purple Heart Medal for wounds suffered in combat or by an act of international terrorism. Although our membership is restricted to the combat wounded, we support all veterans and their families with a myriad of nation-wide programs by Chapters and National Service Officers.

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POW Program

Poor is the nation that has no heroes, but poorer still is the nation that having heroes, fails to remember and honor them. …

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National Convention

On this page, you will find all the information you will need to register, plan, and attend the convention…

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Legislative Program

The MOPH National Legislative Program is the voice of MOPH Patriots and supporters on Capitol Hill…

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History of the Medal

Honorary Badges of distinction are to be conferred on the veteran…

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Purple Heart Trail

The purpose of the Purple Heart Trail is to create a symbolic and honorary system of …

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Programs

We are honored to serve those that served with honor.

Youth Services Program

The Military Order of the Purple Heart's Youth Programs are focused on fostering patriotism and good citizenship among America's youth. We recognize…

Homeless Veterans Program

Homelessness amongst America's Veterans has been cut in half since 2010, yet many veterans in our nation still…

Software Developer Training

The Military Order of the Purple Heart provides MOPH members with free Software Developer training…

Military Order of the Purple Heart Officers

The MOPH Membership division is led by National, Regional, Department, and Chapter Officers

Robert Olivarez
National Commander

Military Order of the Purple Heart Auxiliary

The Military Order of the Purple Heart Auxiliary of the United States of America, Inc. consists of Members who are parents, grandparents, spouses, widows, widowers, siblings, children, and grandchildren of persons who have been awarded the Purple Heart. Each Member falls into one of three categories:

Life Members:

Lineal relations age 14 and above.

Junior Members:

Lineal relations age birth to age 13.

Associate Members:

Relationships consisting of non lineal relations.

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