AMVETS POST 42 INC
FANNING SPRINGS, FLORIDA

AMVETS Post 42 Inc., incorporated as a Florida organization (Filings Number: N13000000173), is an Active AMVETERs post serving the Chiefland community in Gilchrist County, located approximately 40 minutes west of Gainesville, FL. Established on January 3, 2013, it maintains its mailing address at 7821 SW SR 26, Fanning Springs, FL 32693. As part of the AMVETS national federation dedicated to advocating for veterans' rights and benefits, Post 42 plays a pivotal role in supporting both individual and collective veteran needs through various programs. The post hosts several active subordinate organizations including The Sons of AMVETS, AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary, and AMVETS Riders. Each group gathers monthly on predetermined dates, fostering community engagement and support among members. For instance, the Sons of AMVETS convene every first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM, inviting both current and prospective members to attend. Located at amvetspost42.com, their official website acts as a central hub providing comprehensive information pertaining to the national and state-level AMVETERs activities. Key features include access links to national and Florida-specific websites, an events calendar for scheduled local gatherings, resources on membership eligibility, forms used by the organizations, and archives of past event details inclusive of photographs. AMVETS Post 42 ensures transparency in governance with James Hess serving as the Commander (COM), Richard Hatfield in the role of Vice Commander (1VC), and Kary Colson fulfilling the Secretary's responsibilities. The organization is registered under Florida Models.Dos.FloridaCompanyStatus with recent administrative actions recorded, such as a reinstatement on December 2, 2020, and their latest annual report filed on January 29, 2024. AMVETS Post 42 stands committed to welcoming all guests and potential members, continuing its tradition of community service and advocacy for veterans.