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Injured veterans experienced a sample of the intense workout athletes go through on the hit television show "American Ninja Warrior," during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event....

Injured veterans and their family members recently experienced a unique form of animal therapy with 15 alpacas during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. Throughout the day, warriors...

After enjoying majestic views of the Mojave Desert from Bootleg Canyon, injured veterans launched themselves down the first of four zip line courses, covering 1.5 miles, during a recent Wounded...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride® recently returned to Washington, DC for its annual events at the White House and Annapolis. This multi-day adaptive cycling event gave more than 70...

You ready to hit the road for a good cause? Good news – registration is open for the Soldier Ride® Community Rides with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Soldier Ride is a multi-day cycling...

The Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® is coming back to New York City, and with it, comes an evening dedicated to WWP's warriors and most passionate supporters....

Pizza lovers rejoice – 131 Papa John's® stores across multiple western states are offering a special combo to raise support for the warriors served by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Now...

Warriors and their guests gathered to hike the challenging Usery Mountain Wind Cave trail and learn how to dine out nutritionally during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event designed to...

To support the growing needs of wounded veterans across America, Verizon announced a month-long campaign to give back to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). From April 27 until May 31, Verizon will...

Seattle will host its annual GiveBIG day on May 9. For those 24 hours, local community foundations and Seattle residents can support local nonprofits through an online giving challenge. Wounded...

During the annual Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride® event at the White House, the president welcomed over 70 wounded, ill, and injured post-9/11 service members and veterans and their...

Wounded warrior couples from across the nation attended a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) mental health workshop at the Seven Springs ski lodge. These gatherings are often the first time warriors...

The Big Payback is coming to Nashville! For 24 hours, Nashville residents can participate in an online giving challenge hosted by The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee that supports local...

Injured veterans and their family members recently attended a bodyweight exercise clinic with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) at Fathom® CrossFit. The workout is part of WWP's Physical Health and...

The President will welcome a group of wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans at a White House ceremony during Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride®. This segment of the...

Injured veterans and their families recently swam with manatees at a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. Gatherings like this are designed to help warriors build support structures...

Injured veterans and their guests enjoyed the last days of winter as they gathered with other warriors to ski cross-country with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "We liked it so much, we're...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave injured veterans the opportunity to experience the healing powers of nature and camaraderie during a six-mile hike on Cowles Mountain's scenic trails....

Injured veterans from across the region attended a three-day Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Physical Health and Wellness clinic in Phoenix. While warriors explored exercise, nutrition, and...

Injured veterans and guests recently participated in a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event where they kayaked on picturesque Dora Canal, sometimes called "the most beautiful mile of...

Once again, the Tampa Bay community will rally in support of local charities, including Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). A 24-hour, online charitable giving challenge gives Tampa Bay residents a...

Injured veterans from across the region attended a three-day Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Physical Health and Wellness clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. While warriors explored exercise, nutrition,...

Wounded warriors and their guests toured the Very Large Array, a collection of astronomical radio observatories, with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Warriors and guests connected as they got a...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) began 15 years ago as a grassroots effort to provide clothing and comfort items to injured veterans. At the time, that meant care packages delivered bedside in...

Indoor rock climbing is becoming a popular exercise among injured veterans due to the complexities of the enormous rock walls and the reward felt when reaching new heights – or even peaking the...

Warriors recently took to the skies for a breathtaking view of the California countryside from 4,000 feet up. They bonded with one another on a hot air balloon ride with Wounded Warrior Project®...

Injured veterans from across the region recently attended a three-day Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Physical Health and Wellness clinic in Atlanta. The clinic kick-started a 90-day educational...

In honor of the life and military service of her son Brian, Diane Brannigan is hosting her 2nd annual yoga benefit supporting Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Brian achieved the rank of Captain in...

Veterans and their guests gathered to bond with other warriors and play winter sports during a day ski trip on Beaver Mountain with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Veterans with injuries could...

Injured veterans and guests recently participated in a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event where they learned how to operate heavy-duty bulldozers and other construction equipment....

Injured veterans and their guests picked up cooking tips from trained culinary professionals during a recent cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "The cooking class was awesome,"...

Pin-seekers, rejoice – Wickenburg Ranch, an active lifestyle community in historic Wickenburg, Arizona, is supporting Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) through a Great Hole-in-One Challenge....

At Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) in San Antonio, Stanley Black & Decker presented local staff with a check and toured the office. For years, Stanley Black & Decker has supported wounded warriors...

Easily one of Southern California's most scenic areas, the Silver Strand on Coronado Island was the perfect backdrop for biking warriors to get in some light exercise, enjoy nature, and connect...

Mike DeLancey enjoyed an active life before joining the Marine Corps. On Sept. 1, 2006, a sniper's bullet changed everything, severing his spine and paralyzing the 21-year-old. Two years later,...

Injured veterans learned how to create breakfast meals with a healthy twist from culinary experts during a recent cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Experienced chefs at L'Ecole...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) urges Congress to take action to improve care and health coverage of veterans and their caregivers. This week, Congress considered several legislative proposals to...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans to fine-tune their golf swing, connect, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the San Gabriel Mountains. Professional golf instructors taught...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) supporters raise awareness and funds for the organization in many ways. Some have used their art to show the courage of wounded veterans; others have written songs...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will open its doors in San Antonio for a special luncheon in honor of "Big Give" day. This yearly fundraising event gives San Antonio residents a chance to support...

For most people, purchasing a house can be an intimidating process, especially for those unsure about using home loan benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Wounded Warrior...

Injured veterans and their guests learned the old-world art of glassblowing at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. Warriors socialized and learned how to create one-of-a-kind holiday...

The sheer spectacle of seeing Earth's largest creatures in their natural environment helped lure injured veterans and their families out on a chartered boat for an educational and exciting Wounded...

Injured veterans and their guests recently experienced the healing powers of nature and fellowship during an invigorating spinning class on the beach with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Warriors...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) took its legislative agenda to congressional leaders while testifying on Capitol Hill. WWP tirelessly advocates for our nation's finest, improving the lives of over...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) helped injured veterans form a fantasy football league and compete during the regular 2017 football season — from their initial draft picks in August to a recent...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) partnered with JEA recently to connect wounded veterans with new career opportunities. JEA already has a talent pool that includes veteran backgrounds for 20...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans and local students from Episcopal School to play flag football for camaraderie and exercise. "Being in a competitive atmosphere as part of...

Vail Resorts announced a new campaign that will honor America's service members and give back to several veterans service organizations, including Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Vail Resorts...

Michael Richardson, the vice president for independence services and mental health at Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), received IBCCES' annual Innovator Award at the International Symposium on...

Instructors taught injured veterans and their family members about the importance of heart health and how every part of the body has the potential to impact another during a recent Wounded Warrior...

Over the past five years, San Antonio-based Allcat Claims Service has supported Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) through employment opportunities for wounded veterans and fundraising events....

Veterans with service-related health issues received face-to-face assistance from Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) during a Soldier and Family Assistance Center Semi-Annual Growth Progression...

With the help of an experienced artist, injured veterans and their guests created beautiful artwork to decorate their homes during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. The...

It is estimated 500,000 of this generation of wounded veterans live with the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Another 320,000 suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). There are...

Wounded warriors from Jacksonville, Florida, recently gathered at Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) headquarters to incorporate yoga in their healthy workout routine. Many Americans regularly wish...

Injured veteran Matt Hutcheson and his wife Leslie, also a veteran, sat through a tense first half of the recent Alabama versus Georgia football game. They watched the Bulldogs shut out their...

Bobby Woods grew up a Georgia fan in Athens. Getting to cheer on his hometown football team against Alabama recently was a dream come true. "Getting to meet the players, do all the media day stuff...

Veterans gathered to bond and learn adaptive winter sports techniques from experienced instructors at the Arizona Snowbowl. During the two-day-adaptive ski and snowboard experience with Wounded...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans and their guests to ice skate in a winter wonderland for exercise and quality family time. "Ice skating at the rink gave me a chance to...

Warrior couples from across the nation recently attended a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) mental health workshop at Historic Banning Mills in Whitesburg, Georgia. These gatherings are often the...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) headquarters hosted Soldier Ride® recently, giving warriors from all over the East coast a chance to enjoy three days of adaptive, rehabilitative cycling. For 15...

Ron Holton nearly dropped the phone in excitement when he received the big news from Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) staff. Clinton McDonald, a Tampa Bay Buccaneer defense tackle and longtime...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans and their guests to make multi-flavored lollipops by hand. Sweet Pete's confection specialists taught candy-making techniques, and the...

At a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) mental health workshop in Tampa, Florida, a group of women veterans received critical peer support from a fellow female warrior who experienced similar...

Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the Southeast came together at a recent event hosted by Adamec Harley-Davidson® in support of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Riders participated in a poker...

Injured veterans and their families recently learned how to create one-of-a-kind paintings with the help of local artists. They connected with one another and painted winter-themed scenes with...

Female family members of injured veterans gathered for a special weekend with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). The ladies participated in bonding activities and workshops geared toward teaching...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) encourages you to enjoy National Pizza Day on Feb. 9, but try to be selective about your toppings. Pizza can be healthier by avoiding meaty pizza add-ons, adding vegetables, and using low-fat cheeses.

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans to experience nature at its finest and get tips on photographing American bald eagles. Warriors watched the beautiful birds in their...

Veterans gathered to bond and learn the basics of curling, one of America's fastest-growing sports, at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. Curling teams slide 42-pound polished granite...

Jarrod Tallman is proof that persistence pays off. The Marine Corps veteran ran into roadblocks while transitioning from military life to a civilian career. He had the experience from his 11 years...

Injured veterans, family members, and guests learned how to create favorite seasonal dishes with a healthy twist during a cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) at Fry's Food Stores....

Injured veterans who are writers of all experience levels recently gathered at a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) writing workshop. They honed their creative skills, connected with others, and...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) added a career soldier and leader to its Board of Directors with the unanimous election of Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Alonzo Smith. CSM Smith joined the Army in 1984....

Injured veterans and their families recently enjoyed a day of bowling, billiards, music, magic, crafts, and pizza with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). The gathering provided an opportunity for...

Recovering veterans have many types of exercise to choose from, and indoor rock climbing is one of the most exhilarating. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave warriors the opportunity to...

Injured veterans and their guests learned the old-world art of glassblowing at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. Warriors socialized and learned how to create one-of-a-kind holiday...

At a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) dumbbell and kettlebell lifting clinic, injured veterans and their families learned how to use minimal equipment to create a well-rounded workout. WWP Physical...

In an effort to combat what can be an emotionally difficult holiday season, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) dedicated five days to a Warrior Wellness Telethon, reaching nearly 800 injured veterans...

The Army-Navy game is one of the most iconic sporting events in America, and veterans served by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) were there to witness this year's face-off. In partnership with...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) veterans interested in the challenge of hunting birds recently connected with one another during a private-land hunt, in addition to shooting clays and learning how...

Picturesque Red Rock Canyon was the setting for a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hiking event that gave injured veterans an opportunity to exercise and share quality time with their...

Injured veterans, along with family and friends, explored new worlds through virtual reality at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. Warriors and their families bonded while...

Injured veterans and their families rose to the challenge of a CrossFit® workout, a dynamic form of fitness training, at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) gathering. The Physical Health...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) steps into its 15th year grateful for the opportunity to continue serving more than 135,000 injured veterans, their family members, and caregivers. WWP connects...

Experienced health coaches walked injured veterans through a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) yoga session involving long-held breaths and deep stretches, followed by teachings on the recovery...

Warriors learned proper rowing techniques and form, followed by an opportunity to test their new skills on the water in Mission Bay at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) rowing class....

Injured veterans and family support members recently connected over sage recovery advice during an all-female Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. West Point graduate, four-time...

Before digital photography, people had to wait forever for their photos to come back from the lab, if they came back at all. But injured veterans recently learned how to be the artist, editor,...

Gardening has long been known to be therapeutic and beneficial to physical and mental health, which is why Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently invited veterans and their families to learn...

Injured veterans and their loved ones tapped into their inner Clark Griswold by joining Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) at Pine Tree Barn to pick out, cut down, and take home their own Christmas...

Injured veterans, including their friends and families, took full advantage of the opportunity to let their inner-child out to make new friends and play during the Christmas Festival at Peddler's...

Army veteran James Webb writes about the anguish warriors endure, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), when returning from war. His book (working title "Tom's Revenge") addresses the...

Thousands of warriors pedaled thousands of miles in 2017 as part of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride® events across America. For many, the event was an introduction to how WWP serves...

Although baseball season is officially over for the year, veterans and their families recently enjoyed a special tour of Globe Life Park with the Texas Rangers and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)....

The largest McAlister's Deli® franchisee, The Saxton Group, recently completed its Cookies for a Cause campaign, which raised support for the warriors Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) serves. The...

With at least 100 to 150 feet of prime diving visibility below them off Molokini Beach, injured veterans and their families mingled with unique fish and wildlife at a recent Wounded Warrior...

Creativity was in high gear for injured veterans attending singer/songwriter Elsten Torres' Songwriting for Life workshop at a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. "I don't usually go...

The Jaynes Corporation recently rallied around a wounded veteran and his family by providing some much-needed renovations to their home. The Schei family, served by Wounded Warrior Project®...