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The desire to give back is an American virtue. It’s illustrated in the aftermath of tragedies like 9/11, during natural disasters, and in the support of those in need across the globe. Reports...

Technology is changing mental health care. It is creating new ways to heal after trauma. When Army veteran Tonya Oxendine's PTSD led her to consider driving off a bridge to end her life, she...

Veterans are often accustomed to fighting battles, but one battle they shouldn’t have to fight is the battle against hunger. However, many veterans are dealing with this issue on a daily basis....

To thank those who served, the National Park Service partners with the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Operation Live Well initiative to provide free lifetime and annual passes to veterans, Gold...

As a little girl, Rana Clark only had one career goal. She didn’t want to be a teacher, a doctor, or a princess. She wanted to be a soldier. So, in 2005, at the age of 20, she made her dream...

On Sept. 14, Wounded Warrior Project®(WWP) honored America's wounded warriors and the supporters who make it possible for WWP to provide free life-changing...

Warrior’s Story About Mental Health Struggles Inspires Veteran to Seek Help Bravery is a word commonly used when it comes to military members – and deservedly so. The willingness to put your...

If you were injured during service, you don’t have to wait to get out of the military to file a disability claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Service members who are separating...

Chris Baylock wasn’t sure where to turn. Like many post-9/11 combat veterans, he’d seen a lot of things he couldn’t forget. For Chris, though, his most troubling and disturbing visions of...

One of the best ways to honor those who served the country is to listen to their stories. Hearing what they’ve experienced during and after service leads to a better understanding of how to help...

Do you get less than seven hours of sleep per night? If you lose sleep regularly, you might be stressing your body in more ways than you know. Your eating habits, metabolism, and health can...

There are tons of different jobs a service member can do in the military. Despite the options, however, an often difficult part of transitioning to civilian life is finding the right job after the...

When Army Veteran Bryan Wagner lost his leg at age 21, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) was there to bring hope and support. The symbol of that support came in the form of a backpack delivered to...

Mark Waldorf was inspired by his son's service to start a community fundraiser for injured veterans. He and a group of friends organize the WWP Pickleball & Racquetball Shootouts in Coppell, Texas. Together, they have raised...

Transitioning from the military to civilian life is often one of the most challenging and isolating times for veterans. They must navigate a massive change in structure and way of life – all...

Marine veteran Nick Morrison had four days to transition from a battlefield in Fallujah, Iraq, to his home in Bloomington, Indiana. One year after his return home...

School kids across the country are showing off their creative and entrepreneurial skills to raise money for veterans. Along with their teachers, students are also expressing a desire to learn...

Wounded Warrior Project’s Soldier Ride® has served nearly 16,000 injured warriors and family members since 2004. The event’s spirit of inclusion means no one is left behind. Cyclists ride...

Tyshawn Jenkins has seen his share of uphill battles, especially while growing up in a tough neighborhood. He joined...

In July 2023, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) celebrates its 20th anniversary. What began as a grassroots campaign to help give post-9/11 wounded service members comfort while they were recovering...

This article first appeared on the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website By Jackie Green Wounded Warrior Project, Livestream Fundraising & Gaming manager People across the country are...

John Rego joined the Army after high school. His first day of boot camp was September 7, 2001. Four days later...

Hiking the more than 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail is no easy feat, but for Donald Root, it has become a prominent part of life. That’s because the mission is personal. After serving in...

Army veteran Eric Haynes didn’t always know what he wanted to do with his life after he got out of the military. Sometimes, when the darkness would take over, he didn’t even know if he wanted...

For many active-duty service members and spouses, long-anticipated homecomings can become heartbreaking. For Jenna Malone, the stakes...