National Convention - Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A.

JWV 131st Annual National Convention | Albany, NY | August 23–28, 2026

Join us in Albany this August for our annual convention! Reconnect with friends, meet fellow members, and be part of important conversations shaping our organization. We hope to see you there!

Hotel Reservations
Hotel reservations must be made through JWV.

In-Person Convention Registration
The deadline to register for the in-person Convention has passed.

For questions about hotel reservations, the convention, or convention registration, please reach out to Alan Paley at adpaley@aol.com
or Elaine Bernstein at bernelai@aol.com.

Virtual Convention Registration
Click here to register for virtual convention access.

For any inquiries regarding payments, please contact JWV Headquarters.

Motions to Achieve JWV Compliance with Articles of Incorporation and Congressional Charter

(a) That in compliance with the Jewish War Veterans (JWV) Articles of Incorporation and JWV Congressional Charter the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America shall be governed by an eleven (11) person Board of Directors.

(b) That a Constitutional Convention will be convened within twelve (12) months of the adoption of this Motion.

Mechanism for Compliance

(a) BOARD OF DIRECTORS

(1) Each Department with over 400 Members as of July 2025 shall select and be entitled to one (1) representative on the Board of Directors, (The July 2025 census stated that CA., Fl., Mass., Mid- Atlantic, N.J., N.Y. and TALO had over 400 Members) =seven (7) seats.

(2) No Department may have more than two (2) Representatives on the Board of Directors emanating from their Department.

(3) The National Commander shall occupy one of the seats on the Board of Directors.

(4) The remaining three positions are “At-Large Seats.” Anyone from any Department may run for an At-Large Seat. But one of the seats will be guaranteed to go to the Member of a Smaller Department (less than 400), who has garnered the most votes among Smaller Department Members.

(5) NVC, JA, and NEC Chair shall serve as Ex Officio Members of the Board of Directors.

(6) The Board (Board of Directors) Members shall serve a two (2) year term.

(7) Upon convening the Board shall select a Chair (President), a Vice-Chair, a Treasurer (Quartermaster), and Secretary (Adjutant) – all serving at the will of their fellow Board Members.

(b) LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

(1) The Leadership Committee shall be charged with the day-to-day running and representation of JWV,

(2) The Leadership Committee shall consist of the NC, NVC, JA, NADJ and any and all others appointed by the Board.

(1) The Members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) are the representative Shareholders/ Stockholders of JWV.

(2) They shall be selected as currently chosen, except for appointees of the NC – who will serve as non-voting members.

(3) They shall have the power to:

(a) Elect three (3) At-Large Board Members in accordance with the other provisions of this

Motion.

(b) Veto the choice and remove any Director for just cause by a 60% vote of those in attend a duly noticed meeting.

(d) Appoint a nominating committee to present and vet a slate of candidates for the positions of NC and NVC to the Annual Convention.

(e) Retain all other current jurisdictional responsibilities (such as echelon mergers, dissolutions and

naming; maintaining a Manual of Ceremonies; and all other matters not in conflict with the JWV

Articles of Incorporation, New York Law and the authority of the Board of Directors.

That all of the aforedescribed is subject to a Constitutional Convention being called within twelve (12) months of the adoption of this Motion.

Convention Schedule

For the safety and security of our attendees, the convention schedule will not be posted publicly on our website. The full schedule will be available to registered attendees upon request, included in the welcome packet at check-in, and shared through official convention email communications before the event. Thank you for your understanding.

Transportation

Nearest Airport

Albany International Airport (ALB) — approximately 5 minutes from the hotel by car/shuttle

Shuttles / Local Transit

The Marriott offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from Albany International Airport (on request)
Taxis, rideshares (Uber/Lyft), and rental cars are also available at the airport.

Train (Amtrak)

Amtrak serves Albany‑Rensselaer Station, a major regional rail hub with service from many states (including direct routes from NYC, Boston, and DC).
From the train station, taxis or rideshares can take you directly to the hotel in about 15‑20 minutes.
Many attendees find Amtrak to be a comfortable, scenic, and convenient option, especially from the Northeast corridor (NYC/Boston/Washington areas)

Hotel Information

Check‑In / Check‑Out

Check‑in: 4:00 pm
Check‑out: 12:00 pm

Wi‑Fi / Internet Access

Complimentary Wi‑Fi available for all guests.

Accessibility:

Accessible entrances, elevators, meeting spaces, and guest rooms
Features include grab rails, roll-in showers, and hearing assistance
Service animals welcome

Parking

Complimentary on‑site parking for guests.

Other Amenities:

On‑site dining
Indoor & outdoor pool
Fitness center
Business center

Dining

Casual / Quick Options:
• Better Bite – Casual breakfast & lunch
• Maurice’s Delicatessen – Popular deli
• Mamoun’s Restaurant – Middle Eastern cuisine
• Saati Deli & Catering LLC – Kosher-style deli option near Latham

Cafés / Brunch:
• Iron Gate Cafe – Cafe & brunch spot

Sit‑Down / Dinner:
• The Albany Ale & Oyster – American & seafood
• Kismet Mediterranean Grill – Mediterranean favorites
• Josie’s Table – New American cuisine
• Grappa ’72 – Italian restaurant

Things to Do

Scenic & Easy Activities:

Empire State Plaza: Wide walkways and easy sightseeing
New York State Museum: Free admission and wheelchair‑friendly
The Egg (Performing Arts): Accessible venue for shows
Riverfront Park & Walkways: Gentle paths along the Hudson River

Short Drive / Easy Stops:

Albany Heritage Area Visitor Center – History and exhibits
Washington Park – Beautiful park with benches and paved paths
Crossgates Mall – Shopping and dining nearby

What is National Convention

Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) Annual Convention is the biggest gathering of Jewish American Military Personnel and veterans in the nation. Hundreds gather from around the country to learn from fellow veterans, to network within the Jewish American military and veteran community and to put their mark on the organization’s legislative agenda.