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Once wounded in battle, it's not always easy for warriors to participate in fun physical activities such as surfing and swimming. At a recent volunteer event, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) made...

Over the years, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has had many supporters travel the nation in support of its mission to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. These have included cross-country bike...

With football season less than a week away, teams are busy getting their players into top form – but that did not stop the Baltimore Ravens from spending time with injured veterans from Wounded...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) program event, a group of wounded veterans took to the waters of Dundee Creek to try stand up paddleboarding (SUP) for the first time. It was a new...

When the veterans who fought and sacrificed for this nation return home, they sometimes face a difficult transition back to civilian life. Since 2003, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has worked...

Wounded veterans and their families recently took a trip back in time at Fort Ticonderoga with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). The outing gave warriors an opportunity to experience something...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) program gathering at Gators and Friends Alligator Park and Exotic Zoo, injured veterans and their family members experienced the wonders of...

For many wounded veterans, the struggle to stay healthy is an ongoing concern – their injuries can sometimes limit mobility, hindering the ability to exercise and stay active. That's why Wounded...

Transported back to a simpler time, a group of injured warriors recently enjoyed a scenic train ride through small towns with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) as they connected with other wounded...

Making University of Michigan football fans everywhere jealous, a group of wounded veterans attended a program event at the school's training facilities, hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)....

For five years now, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has teamed up with the Boston Yacht Club and local fishing group Maddie's Anglers to give injured veterans an afternoon of the sweet life on the...

Extreme heat and a chance of thunderstorms threatened a recent fun day of footgolf planned with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), but the turnout and competitive drive kept everything moving...

Wounded veterans and their families experienced the beauty of Colorado Springs' Cheyenne Mountain via off-road Jeep rides during a recent program event hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)....

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) gathering, veterans met at a local theater and witnessed the cross-country journey of Daniel J. Egbert and Doc King, chronicled in the documentary...

America's warriors have demonstrated time and time again that they are givers. Their sacrifices while serving in the military are proof of this, but it was also apparent at a recent Wounded...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) program event, financial professionals volunteered their time and expertise to warriors and their guests with in-depth briefings on effective...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) program gathering, wounded veterans experienced the Alaskan wilderness up-close-and-personal. These warriors learned firsthand what is possible at...

Long before people were using smartphones to catch Pokemon in the streets with Pokemon Go, tech-savvy outdoorsmen were using GPS tracking devices to locate real hidden treasures in the world...

When you have perfect weather, a sunny day, and a large body of water, there's only one thing to do – enjoy it. Thanks to a program event hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and Adaptive...

On a perfect-weather day, injured warriors took in stunning scenery during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) sailing trip through the Long Island Sound. The experience gave veterans a chance to...

Like many who served and sacrificed for their nation, United States Army veteran Brandon Klopfenstein loves to shoot. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently hosted a day of trap shooting for...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) program gathering, warriors and their families had an up-close-and-personal experience at Niagara Falls, one of the nation's most awe-inspiring...

When taking a trip to the beach, picking up trash may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but 30 veterans and their family members gathered to do just that during a recent program with...

X Ambassadors and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) are proud to release a new video for the hit "Unsteady" to support the work being done by WWP, and to remember the sacrifices made by wounded...

The Orlando Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Peer Support Group and The Mission Continues Orlando 1st Service Platoon teamed up for a special deep-sea fishing event at Sunrise Marina in Port Canaveral,

Veterans do not always make it to networking events, particularly when child care is a factor. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently teamed up with Family Endeavors to alleviate that problem...

Veterans with service-related health issues receive instant relief as Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hits a huge milestone, securing more than $220 million in monetary benefits for wounded...

Ninety warriors and their families explored the true meaning of 'ohana – the Hawaiian concept of blood and extended family – during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) challenge course at...

Warriors and their families enjoyed the opportunity to ascend mountains and reach pinnacles – both literally and figuratively – in a recent Physical Health and Wellness summit. Wounded Warrior...

Recently, a group of warriors took in the beauty of New York's Catskill Mountains during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hiking event with the Adaptive Sports Foundation, a nonprofit...

For many warriors, the experiences they had in the military were some of the best of their lives, filled with fellowship, meaning, and direction. To help wounded veterans recapture that spirit of...

While many of us are recovering from a long weekend celebrating our nation's independence, one warrior is returning to work after giving part of himself to save a life. Andrew Coughlan gives of...

As the nation learned about terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon on 9/11, a brave group of passengers aboard United Flight 93 were fighting back against terrorists who hijacked...

For Matthew Barnes, recovery started with the search for a sticker. Had Matthew not gone to woundedwarriorproject.org looking for a decal to put on his father-in-law's new work helmet, he may have...

When you think about steam trains, you might think about hobos, heroes, Jesse James, Butch Cassidy, and bandits. For some veterans, a recent Wounded Warrior Project®(WWP) steam train and...

According to the U.S. Capitol Historical Society, Thomas Jefferson wrote to Dr. Hosea Humphrey about advances in science and medicine on June 15, 1816. Fast-forward 200 years and advances in...

Biking, fishing, boating, horseback riding — Hiawatha Beach Resort offers it all. It also offers the healing power of a getaway for some Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni, their caregivers,...

For William "Bill" Higgins, the prospect of a long recovery from surgery has him singularly focused on staying healthy and active for as long as he can. The wounded Marine Corps veteran has been...

Despite the pouring rain, long march, and serious subject matter of the day, wounded warrior and Army veteran Alberto Principe manages to laugh about his experiences at the 3rd Annual Ruck of...

The Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Michael S. Linnington to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective July 18, 2016. Mr. Linnington...

They sliced, diced, broiled, and baked. Some veterans learned to do it all at a recent Wounded Warrior Project®(WWP) cooking class in Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas. "It was cool and original,"...

They had a hot dog roasting, trail hiking, s'more eating good time. "It was an amazing outdoor adventure," says U.S. Army veteran Bryan Asaf, who took his wife and three children on the 2nd annual...

A new petition is calling for action to help some wounded veterans and their spouses who wish start their own families. Over the past fifteen years, as many as two thousand U.S. servicemen and...

When Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumna Ingrid Tyson pulled into the parking lot of Life Time Fitness in ­­Centennial Colorado, she gave herself a pep talk. This was going to be a defining...

Outside of combat, he had never seen a cave before. "I shot into plenty and blew some up, but before this event, I had never actually gone on a cave exploration," says U.S. Army veteran Jose...

With the cool and windy weather, it might not have been the best day to reel 'em in. "We had to wear three layers," says U.S. Army veteran, and Wounded Warrior Project®(WWP) Alumna, Ginger...

During a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event at Gun Guys in Ottawa, Kansas, injured veterans experienced firsthand what is possible when exposed to social events that get them out of the...

For a relaxing day out on the water, there's nothing like it; you paddle along, maybe spot some birds, a turtle or an alligator. "We saw all of that," says U.S. Marine Corps veteran Jeehae Choe....

For years, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has recognized that working together and partnering with like-minded organizations produces a larger impact on the health and well-being of wounded...

He was used to wearing camouflage, boots, and a combat utility uniform, but not a mask, fins, and a snorkel. "I had never been snorkeling," says U.S. Marine veteran Timothy Johnson. Wounded...

For Lisa Crowder, it was a moment of triumph just to be in the room. The Army veteran struggles with anxiety to the point she doesn't leave her home. The draw for the other warriors in attendance...

It's not really that difficult. You stand up on an over-sized surfboard and casually paddle along. "It was really pretty easy," says a laughing Jessika Lloyd, "until I fell off." Jessika and her...

Find a physical activity you enjoy and it won't be considered exercise. This is exactly why Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) brought wounded veterans and their families together to challenge...

The U.S. Senate approved a bill Thursday that could help wounded veterans and their spouses start a family. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) applauds the vote by the Senate but knows there is much...

Even the toughest of warriors can find healing while expressing their artistic sides. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently united a group of injured service members to paint pottery, enjoy...

Kenneth Gibbs will remember August 19, 2004, for the rest of his life. That's the day the retired U.S. Army veteran and his comrades were rolling down the road in northern Iraq when they saw a...

First impressions can make or break a job hunt. Within minutes of sitting down with a potential employer, the interviewee must convey their confidence, competence, and cohesiveness with the...

An 18-week training program for the New York Fire Department's (FDNY) probationary firefighters was cut into five heart-pounding simulated teaching scenarios for wounded military veterans and...

If you can't witness the soft orange, reddish pinks, and variations of yellow melted into a Florida sunset, why not take a brush to canvas and bring the calming colors home. Wounded Warrior...

Decommissioned and restored to its World War II destroyer escort structure, the USS Slater serves a new mission as a National Historic Landmark, recently taking aboard wounded veterans from this...

Wounded veterans came together recently to bond with other Alumni at an event hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) through the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools Adventures. Fly fishing and...

Injured veterans made a mad dash through the downtown streets of Anchorage, Alaska at the 2016 Running of the Reindeer race during the world famous, 10th annual Fur Rondy festival. Wounded Warrior...

Rushing water and spray greeted a group of injured service members and their families as they braved the rapids of the Hudson River Gorge. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hosted the event as part...

John Heywood did not create the phrase "many hands make light work," but he did contextualize the proverb in 1546 along with many others. Regardless of the phrase's origin, its meaning holds true...

The Invictus Games are coming to Orlando, Florida, and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will be there to support the event and the competing wounded veterans. The Invictus Games are the only...

A Greek traditional meal is not only about eating food, it's about taking the time to talk and enjoy the company of family and friends. This tradition continued when a group of wounded veterans...

Crashes and falls from rookie riders only broke the ice and added instant laughter for wounded veterans and their families, when they set out for an amazing tour along the North Shore at Turtle...

For years, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has funded organizations that share the WWP mission to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. Through a continued partnership, WWP will be investing $9...

A group of twelve injured veterans exchanged stories and shared personal coping mechanisms during a recent three-day fishing retreat at Mid Bay Shores Cabins in Destin, Florida. The outdoor...

Wounded veterans and their families learned firsthand not to wear bright colors when encountering a leopard. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hosted a group of Alumni and family members at the...

Injured service members and their mates deserve a break from the stress of daily life. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently hosted Alumni and family support members for an evening of painting...

A group of women from the Baltimore and Fort Meade communities in Maryland share more than time together during monthly get-togethers. They share the common bond of being the caregiver, spouse, or...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recognizes that wounded veterans can face monumental challenges during their transition from military to civilian life. As part of its mission to honor and empower...

To continue to evolve its networking solutions and improve its network security infrastructure for the ever-changing marketplace, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) announced its recent collaboration...

While fellowshipping with comrades and relatives at a venue with more than 100 exhibits and thousands of animals, a group of wounded veterans discovered aquatic creatures of all kinds at the...

Although there are many ways to build, enhance, and maintain neighborhoods, one way to create a sense of comfort and community is through beautification projects. This purpose brought Wounded...

Cheers thundered for more than the female collegiate round-ballers during the 2016 Women's Final Four® tournament when the NCAA® invited Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni and their families...

Northern California will host Wounded Warrior Project's® (WWP) Soldier Ride® as a group of our nation's heroes begin their journey toward a strong recovery with fellow injured veterans....

A day at the ballpark became a chance to make memories for wounded veterans and their families. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) took the group to meet the Cleveland Indians at Goodyear Ballpark...

The southeast will once again play host to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride® as a group of our nation's heroes begin their journey with fellow injured veterans toward a strong...

Injured veterans and their family support members hang loose during a recent stand up paddleboarding (SUP) hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and Uban Kai at a waterfront paradise called...

More than 40 injured veterans and their family support members learned the importance of creating strong relationships during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) open bowling event at Little Apple...

In 2016, Charles "Chuck" Clark reached out to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) when facing back surgery for a service-related injury. A 7-year battle with the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)...

Wounded veterans learned the finer points to barbecue recently, from a Champion BBQ Pitmaster. Chef Christopher Prieto taught a group of injured service members and their families about chicken...

Leaving the sunshine and sky above for more grounded fare, a group of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni and family members explored New York state's second most popular natural attraction,...

Marksmen of all levels who wanted to brush up on their sharp-shooting skills reignited some military camaraderie at a Nevada shooting range recently. As part of an Alumni outing, Wounded Warrior...

When over 9,000 pounds of rice arrived on large pallets to a local food bank, something had to be done to make it readily available for patrons. It would be a challenge, but dividing rice into...

Never get out of the boat. This famous tip servedwounded veterans and their families well as they zipped through the marsh, coming in close contact to an abundance of alligators perched on their...

Soaking up the sun and drinking in the salty air of the sea, a group of wounded veterans recently experienced a seal watching tour at Thimble Island. The event hosted by Wounded Warrior Project®...

Red-seven, red-seven, hot-route! The Baltimore Ravens recently hosted a group of wounded veterans and their family members for a day of grid-iron training and fun, as part of the Wounded Warrior...

With hammers in hand, wounded veterans answered the call to help restore a church in need of serious repairs. The Mission Continues, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), and other service...

Neon balls, tiny bridges, and clown decor were on the agenda recently for a group of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni and their families during Family Day at King Putt Entertainment Center...

According to the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) 2015 Alumni Survey—a survey that has been completed annually since 2010, making it the most comprehensive and statistically relevant sample of...

A group of injured veterans put their game faces on for a flag football game recently at Episcopal School in Jacksonville. The games provided the participants a chance for bonding and friendly...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni and their family support members aimed their efforts at one common target, family-bonding time, during a recent Freedom Archery event in Duncansville, Pa....

It was not just another day on the range for wounded veterans when they gathered for a day of target practice at Range USA Indoor Shooting & Training Facility. Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)...

Summer is approaching, and with it comes a popular Alumni event offered to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Alumni and their families. Seventy wounded service members and their family members spent...

Most training programs start with desire, dedication, and a significant amount of sweat. For wounded veterans and their families, an evening of 'training' served as both education and...

Since its founding in 2003, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) has recognized the importance of not only impacting the lives of wounded veterans, their caregivers, and families through direct...

America's pastime is back --- Major League Baseball started its season yesterday. One of the first games had the Tampa Bay Rays hosting the Toronto Blue Jays. The Rays created memories recently by...