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- Aug 3, 2023
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...
- Jul 26, 2023
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...
- Jul 19, 2023
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...
- Jul 10, 2023
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...
- Jul 7, 2023
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...
- Jun 20, 2023
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...
- Jun 16, 2023
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...
- Jun 16, 2023
For many active-duty service members and spouses, long-anticipated homecomings can become heartbreaking. For Jenna Malone, the stakes...
- Jun 13, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) worked extensively to see the SFC Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act become law. The goal was reached on Aug. 10, 2022, helping improve the lives of our...
- Jun 9, 2023
The PACT Act is a crucial step toward addressing the health concerns faced by post-9/11 combat veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is...
- Jun 7, 2023
It can be as simple as a dinner or as complex as multiple days of bonding, but social connection is at the heart of everything Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) does. ...
- Jun 7, 2023
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can develop after a person is exposed to a traumatic event. It can disrupt daily activities and overall quality of life...
- Jun 7, 2023
There’s probably no bigger symbol for patriotism in the U.S. than the American flag. We pledge our allegiance to it at school, government meetings, and citizenship ceremonies. We wave the symbol...
- May 31, 2023
Originally from Texas, Tonya Star is a former secondary teacher and principal of 15 years. She is the wife of Army Major Richard Star, a post-9/11 veteran who contracted cancer due to toxic...
- May 23, 2023
It’s probably no surprise that worrying about finances can cause or increase stress, anxiety, and a loss of connection after military service. ...
- May 22, 2023
It’s common to hear veterans express fondness for an adrenaline rush. Adrenaline is often a necessity as servicemen and women...
- May 10, 2023
While any time is a good time to thank military members for their service, May is Military Appreciation Month and a great time to recognize those who took the oath to serve and protect our...
- Apr 28, 2023
When veterans receive the mental health support and empowerment they deserve as they transition to civilian life, they thrive. Part of thriving is feeling they’re ready to continue serving their...
- Apr 28, 2023
Tom Cocchiarella isn’t someone who gives up easily – or at all. It’s a mentality that has served him well over the years, whether it’s defending the country, succeeding in the technology...
- Apr 21, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently hosted its first Benefit for the Brave™, a special event to recognize generous donors and supporters and how their contributions help fuel the...
- Apr 20, 2023Corporate Partners Join Forces with Wounded Warrior Project to Improve the Lives of Injured Veterans
Every day, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) strives to support injured veterans, service members, and their families through its free lifesaving and life-changing programs and services. WWP’s...
- Apr 18, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) aims to prepare warriors for the next stage of their lives after service and helps them to navigate the transition back into the civilian world. WWP’s Transition...
- Apr 13, 2023
Though just a young teen, Ashlynne Deason is wise beyond her years. Growing up as a military kid, she’s done things and been places many kids her age haven’t. The experiences of military children...
- Mar 22, 2023
Bruce McKibbin had a front-row seat watching professional golfers develop into PGA Tour stars. Between 2012 and 2017, he and a team of community volunteers managed events for the Korn Ferry Tour...
- Mar 6, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) understands that no organization can meet the evolving needs of post-9/11 wounded warriors, their families, and caregivers alone. This includes the needs of women...
- Mar 1, 2023
Veterans and service members have sacrificed so much to protect us, so it’s important to protect them from scams, fraud, and predatory practices that target the benefits they’ve earned through...
- Feb 17, 2023
Football is the No. 1 sport in America, and the NFL regularly uses its popularity to celebrate the men and women who serve America. The league’s Salute to Service campaign is a year-round...
- Feb 13, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project encourages veterans exposed to burn pits, other toxins to enroll in VA health care Some of the wounds Army veteran Dan Nevins suffered from his time in combat are...
- Feb 8, 2023
In 2018, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and The Blue Angels Foundation joined forces to combat the invisible wounds of war affecting hundreds of thousands of post-9/11 veterans.
- Jan 30, 2023
Most people know the Civil War as a battle between the Union and the Confederacy, or the North vs. South. As we recognize this war, it’s important to also remember and honor the critical role...
- Jan 27, 2023
Army veteran Jerry DeVaul grew up in Colorado, but his involvement in hockey took place more on the asphalt than the ice. His affection for ice hockey really kicked into high gear in 1996, when...
- Jan 19, 2023
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. – Nathaniel Heath-Price loves a good adrenaline rush. But the Army veteran lost the ability to participate in exciting events following a motorcycle crash in 2018....
- Jan 19, 2023
Charles Evans was a Fashion Maven, Real Estate Mogul, Movie Producer, and Philanthropist When it came to business, Charles Evans had the golden touch. His foray into the fashion industry made him...
- Jan 13, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) proudly provides free programs and services to meet the needs of the nation’s post-9/11 wounded warriors and their families. However, no single organization can...
- Jan 6, 2023
Wounded Warrior Project Helps Veterans Build Connections Through Peer Mentoring, Bonding Mentoring can consist of many different things. Sometimes, it can be helping someone with schoolwork,...
- Dec 19, 2022
The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. We’ve all been there – doing our best to juggle children’s expectations, family plans, and year-end bills, all while keeping our own physical...
- Dec 19, 2022
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) proudly provides free programs and services to meet the needs of the nation’s post-9/11 wounded warriors and their families. However, no single organization can...
- Dec 19, 2022
While the holiday season brings joy to many, it can also serve as a painful time for veterans’ families who’ve lost a hero that made the ultimate sacrifice. At Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP),...
- Dec 14, 2022
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently capped off its third annual Warrior Week with a record number of donations and participants from across the country. Through WWP’s Stream to Serve™...
- Dec 9, 2022
Tire Discounters recently raised more than $200,000 in customer donations for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) as part of the company’s “It’s Our Turn” initiative...
- Dec 8, 2022
When shopping this holiday season, here are several ways you can support organizations that are giving back to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) to help warriors and their families: AmazonSmile When...
- Dec 7, 2022
When it comes to job hunting, confidence may be one of the most important skills. Building that confidence comes from a combination of factors – including dressing the part. In the military,...
- Dec 2, 2022
Once again, Denver Broncos defensive lineman Mike Purcell will be supporting Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) during the NFL’s annual My Cause, My Cleats campaign. Purcell is one of five NFL...
- Nov 29, 2022
You don’t have to be in the military to appreciate the service and sacrifice veterans make, or to make a huge impact on a veteran’s life. You don’t even have to be an adult to make a...
- Nov 22, 2022
Army veteran Claude Boushey had chronic knee, leg, and back pain, hearing loss, and struggled with the invisible wounds of war after 25 years in the military. Claude served proudly until his...
- Nov 21, 2022
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) proudly provides free programs and services to meet the needs of the nation’s post-9/11 wounded warriors and their families. However, no single organization can...
- Nov 14, 2022
Mike Delancey Sr. always had a knack for coaching, but he didn’t realize he would strengthen these skills to support his veteran son’s recovery from wounds of war. For Mike Sr., the role of...
- Nov 10, 2022
Don Coffey is no stranger to riding his bike long distances. In 2019, he cycled across the southern states, followed by his wife Susan and two black labs in an RV. It was a dream come true. Three...
- Nov 3, 2022
Military service roots run deep in the McDonough family. Warrior Tim McDonough served in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force. His father served as a U.S. Marine during the Vietnam War. Five years...
- Nov 1, 2022
Watch the episode on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 Who doesn’t turn toward the screen or offer up an opinion when a question comes up on Family Feud? Survey says … Family Feud with Steve Harvey has...