The purpose of Chapter 88 is to unite fraternally all persons who are now or have been assigned to the United States Army Special Forces (be it active duty, National Guard or Reserve), to perpetuate the traditions of Special Forces and to commemorate the memory of Special Forces Soldiers who have given their lives in defense of the Nation and the free world; to help educate the citizens of the United States in understanding the mission and role of the Army’s Special Forces, and to keep them abreast of the developments in the Special Forces arena, consistent with applicable security regulations; to develop grassroots support for Army Special Forces, and greater understanding of the value of the Army Special Forces to the national defense. Chapter 88 accomplishes this through various community events and activities; by promoting the general welfare, prosperity and status of the SF Association’s members through all lawful means, and to be a source of inspiration and Esprit de Corps for all Special Forces veterans–present and future, and to encourage camaraderie and mutual support between members of the Association.