It all began in February 1937, at the Lincoln Hotel in New York City. A small group of young former FBI Agents met to discuss the preservation of the friendships formed during Bureau service and in July 1937, the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI was formed.

From the beginning to the present, the Society has afforded a social function for its members and has focused on two primary objectives:

1. To preserve our heritage in the spirit of friendship, loyalty and goodwill.
2. To aid and support the FBI from which stemmed our common backgrounds.

Gradually from New York City the Society spread across the country as new Chapters were chartered.

Today the Society consists of eight geographic Regions, each headed by a Regional Vice-President. The National Board of Directors includes: the President, President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, Foundation Chairman, and the eight Regional Vice-Presidents. These Officers are elected by the membership.

Through the years members have responded with their time and effort both in supporting the Bureau and in promoting the ideals and objectives of the FBI.