UNITED STATES VOLUNTEERS-JOINT SERVICES COMMAND
"Boots on Graves"
UNITED STATES VOLUNTEERS-JOINT SERVICES COMMAND
EIN: 34-1984578
as of September 2023
as of September 18, 2023
Mission
USV-JSC Mission and Purpose. The USV-JSC is an organization focused on augmenting the Regular and Reserve forces in two areas. First, the USV-JSC provides trained and uniformed volunteers who may be called upon to renter Military Funeral Honors to deceased veterans at National and local cemeteries. Second, the USV-JSC fills in the gap when and where needed by proper authority in incidents of civil emergency management.
Notes from the nonprofit
Note: USV-JSC applied online for 990EZ renewal 2022 on 29 JAN 2022 as required. This renewal form is every three years. We have not received 990EZ renewal as of yet for 501(c)3 and 501(c)19. Message from Lieutenant General John L. Natterstad The rendering of Military Funeral Honors for the United States Armed Forces Veterans is a tribute to show our Nation’s deep gratitude to those who, in time of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country, The Congress of the United States passed legislation to provide Military Funeral Honors Ceremonies to all veterans. The United States Volunteers - Joint Services Command was created to perform Military Funeral Honors as the primary mission and to provide support to our communities in natural disasters. The USV-JSC Volunteers are dedicated citizens who are committed to accomplishing these missions. To all of our USV-JSC Volunteers, I would like to say thank you.
Ruling year
2004
Commanding General
LTG John L. Natterstad
Main address
430 Callahan Lane
Leander, TX 78641 USA
EIN
34-1984578
Disasters and emergency management
Leadership development
Cemeteries and burial services
Fire prevention and control
Population served
Adults
Veterans
NTEE code
(Fire Prevention / Protection / Control) (M24)
IRS subsection
501(c)(3) Public Charity
IRS filing requirement
This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.
Tax forms
Communication
Programs and results
Reports and documents
Download annual reports Download other documentsWhat we aim to solve
Strategic Plan. To provide Final Military Honors in accordance with US Army Field Manual (FM) 3-21.5, Drill and Ceremonies for all deceased US Armed Forces Veterans’ Next of Kin, Family and Friends at every Department of Veterans Affairs Cemetery: The United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command intends to provide every deceased United States Armed Forces Veteran Final Military Honors Ceremonies customary to public perception as seen in movies, newsreels, television shows, news broadcasts, etc., fulfilling the mission the Department of Defense is currently, due to limited dedicated availability of manpower and resources, NOT performing. Further, it is the United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command intent to conduct the Final Military Honors Ceremonies in full specified uniform of each Armed Service.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command
Military Funeral Honors "Boots on Graves"
Where we work
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Evaluation documents
Download evaluation reportsHours of volunteer service
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Families, Widows and widowers, Veterans
Related Program
United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Number of funeral services for veterans' next of kin (NOK)
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Veterans, Widows and widowers, Families
Related Program
United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Number of volunteers
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
To provide one business day monthly at each Department of Veterans Cemetery with a full complement of US Armed Forces Veterans and trained American Citizens in proper US Armed Forces Service Uniform, Final Military Honors Ceremonies as outlined in Department of Defense Instruction 1300.15, Military Funeral Support, December 27, 2017.
To obtain Legislative approval for inclusion in Title 10, US Code, Section 104 Establishment of the United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command within the Department of Defense to coordinate Volunteers.
To obtain entry to US Armed Forces Clothing Sales stores.
To be listed in the Department of Defense Veterans Services Officer Pamphlet
To obtain approval of the United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command uniforms and ranks
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
That the Legislative Affairs Command, United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command continues on-going communications with members of the US Congress
That in-person communication through Office Calls, invitations to be Guest Speakers/recognized at appropriate events and visits with Congresspersons at the US Capitol Offices and with the Department of Veterans Affairs Director and appropriate persons therein
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
The Legislative Affairs Command, United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command, with continuous direction from the National Commander and guidance and funding from the Board of Directors, United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command conduct continuous communication with the US Legislative branch.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
The Legislative Affairs Command, United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command, submitted documentation and coordinated with the a Congresswoman seeking from the Department of Veterans Affairs recognition as a Veterans Service Organization status to be included in the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Officer Pamphlet and achieved said status and shall be listed in the impending VSO Pamphlet publication.
The Department of Defense has certified several of the United States Volunteers-Joint Services Command units authorizing each unit to perform on site Final Military Honors Ceremonies through the US Army National Guard Certification Program.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.)
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don’t have the right technology to collect and aggregate feedback efficiently
Financials
Assets info
Financial data
UNITED STATES VOLUNTEERS-JOINT SERVICES COMMAND
Revenue & expensesFiscal Year: 2022
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
| Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Contributions, Grants, Gifts | $2,750 |
| Program Services | $0 |
| Membership Dues | $7,690 |
| Special Events | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $28,015 |
| Total Revenue | $13,772 |
| Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Program Services | $6,750 |
| Administration | $837 |
| Fundraising | $0 |
| Payments to Affiliates | $0 |
| Other Expenses | $0 |
| Total Expenses | $7,586 |
UNITED STATES VOLUNTEERS-JOINT SERVICES COMMAND
Balance sheetFiscal Year: 2022
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
| Assets | |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | $0 |
| Liabilities | |
|---|---|
| Total Liabilities | $0 |
| Fund balance (EOY) | |
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| Net Assets | $41,788 |
Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
Documents
Commanding General
LTG John L. Natterstad
There are no officers, directors or key employees recorded for this organization
There are no highest paid employees recorded for this organization.
UNITED STATES VOLUNTEERS-JOINT SERVICES COMMAND
Board of directorsas of 05/21/2023
Board of directors data
MajGen Susan Korte
USV-JSC
Term: 2021 -
CJ L. Rodriguez Hernandez
USV-JSC
John L. Natterstad
Peter B. Vien
Lily T.H. Nguyen
Jacqueline Hornsby
Jackson Whitaker
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Not applicable -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Not applicable -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
Organizational demographics
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Leadership
The organization's leader identifies as:
Race & ethnicity
Gender identity
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Disability
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Equity strategies
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- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
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