To remove the unnecessary barriers and inconsistencies 

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has directed installation commanders to make it easier for legitimate nonprofit groups to gain access to military installations to help troops and families.

In two memos to his department's highest-level civilian and military leaders, Hagel outlined his expectations for installation commanders, emphasizing what is allowed by law and DoD policy, and directing additional measures to improve consistency across DoD.

Each memo applies to a separate type of nonprofit: organizations accredited by the Veterans Affairs Department to provide representation services to transitioning service members, and private organizations that assist troops and families in a variety of ways.

Hagel: Allow upright nonprofits on bases