The OSS Society
Civic and Social OrganizationsVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The OSS Society is a nonprofit organization based in Herndon, Virginia, founded in 1947 by OSS founder General William “Wild Bill” Donovan. It focuses on preserving and educating the public about the history and significance of the Office of Strategic Services, the United States’ early centralized intelligence effort and precursor to modern intelligence and special operations bodies. Through documentary production, advocacy, and commemorative activities, the society highlights the role of strategic intelligence and special operations in national freedom and security, including efforts to honor OSS personnel who were killed or missing in action and to recognize OSS contributions with a Congressional Gold Medal. It also engages the broader intelligence and defense communities through events such as the William J. Donovan Award Dinner and supports initiatives like a planned National Museum of Intelligence and Special Operations to document and preserve this history.