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Army aviator Claude Boushey knows a thing or two about being there for his fellow service members. After surviving a helicopter crash in Iraq, he returned to serve in combat operations just 18...
Injured veterans took to the arena ice to experience the chill sport of curling with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and Team USA athletes. "I was a little nervous at first," said Navy veteran...
Army veteran Bobby Woods was sure he was going to die in Afghanistan in August of 2010. A sniper round from 450 yards out pierced his forehead. The bullet was the first shot in a firefight, and it...
Severa Parrish could have a life of 'what ifs.' What if her military career had continued? What if she had been the Marine to die in a helicopter crash in Iraq? Instead, Severa found hope, help,...
Warriors and guests toured historic Ybor City during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. The area is rich with crime history and the sorted exploits of notorious public enemies. "I...
Injured veterans and their guests gathered to share in camaraderie, while testing their skills at an archery event with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "As an active bow hunter, I got in some...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave warriors and their guests the opportunity to incorporate the exhilarating sport of indoor rock climbing in their physical fitness routines. "I've...
To support the growing needs of wounded veterans across America, Verizon presented Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) with a $250,000 check. This generous donation is the result of a month-long...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans and their families to sample nature's finest at historic Fruit and Spice Park, which boasts more than 500 varieties of exotic fruits,...
Eric DeLion has reached new heights since connecting with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), quite literally. The U.S. Marine Corps veteran joined other wounded warriors to scale Mount Whitney in...
Injured veterans, their families, and guests spent a relaxing morning on paddleboards and experienced the unique perspective of the ocean shore during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection...
Injured veterans and their guests connected with one another as they unwound at a local restaurant during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "This event was a great opportunity for my...
When Larry Hinkle talks about Texas, the pride the U.S. Marine Corps veteran has in the Lone Star state is evident. "I'm a fifth-generation Texan," Larry said, beaming about his home. He is one of...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) organized an adaptive yoga workout that focused on the individual needs and ability levels of injured veterans and their family members. Expert yoga instructors...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) supporters raise awareness and funds in many ways for the warriors the organization serves. And WWP dedicates every hour, dollar, and action to helping veterans...
Namaste, Chicago. Next week, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will host a yoga class for wounded veterans and the local community. Leading this relaxing and empowering event is Army veteran Dan...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave injured veterans the opportunity to experience the healing powers of nature and camaraderie during a relaxed hike. "I wanted to do something outside...
"My life changed in ways I would never imagine," Dan Smee said as he recounted his experiences as a combat medic in Iraq. "On a daily basis, if you didn't see something traumatic, it was in your...
Injured veterans participated in a dynamic boxing class during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. Warriors learned how to maximize their workout with this empowering method of...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) veterans hit frozen Medicine Lake with rod and reel in hand to go ice fishing for walleye, bluegill, or anything else willing to bite. The fishing event honored...
Injured veterans and their guests empowered each other as they hit a rough hiking trail near Usery Mountain's Wind Cave during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "I needed to get out...
Injured veterans and their significant others recently enjoyed an evening of romance and camaraderie at a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Physical Health and Wellness event at Leñas Café. "I...
Injured veterans and their guests connected with other warriors and learned how to create their own masterpieces with the help of an experienced painter during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event.
Injured veterans and their families recently explored a living-history museum during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event. Old Sturbridge Village depicts daily life in Massachusetts...
Talking to John Goubeaux is a lesson in positivity, but it almost wasn't. John nearly died seven years ago. He will forever have the scars from that day – visible and invisible. During a...
Injured veterans and their guests picked up barbecue tips and techniques from an award-winning pitmaster during a recent cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "Learning from a...
Injured veterans spent time with horses during a family equine day with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Interacting with these majestic animals can help warriors on their journeys to recovery....
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Soldier Ride® team members invited injured veterans to bring their bikes in for a special maintenance and fitting class with instructors from Pro Cycling of...
Warriors and their families viewed exhibits, dating from the age of dinosaurs to ancient Egypt, at the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event....
Veterans interested in the challenge of handgun training and target practice gathered during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) class at the Stock & Barrel Gun Club. This stress-relieving...
Injured veterans and their significant others shared quality time as they experienced the thrill of big-band era music and quick-time dance moves during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)...
In the military, "got your six" is a phrase referencing having someone's back. It is mentioned in movies and television shows, but for Antoinette Wallace, it took connecting with Wounded Warrior...
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave warriors and their guests the opportunity to get to know fellow veterans and experience a relaxed Mississippi River cruise aboard the S.S. Natchez IX...
Warriors and their guests recently gathered to experience the adrenaline rush of skydiving during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. At iFly®, veterans enjoyed simulated skydiving...
Last night, warriors and supporters were honored at the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® at Gotham Hall. This annual gala recognizes the service and dedication of...
Injured veterans and their families recently enjoyed a day of bowling, miniature golf, arcade games, and pizza with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). The gathering provided an opportunity for...
Warriors and their guests tested themselves on adrenaline-pumping rope courses and zip lines during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. The courses are designed to empower adventurous...
Injured veterans discovered the liberating, artistic outlet of digital photography through Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and Operation Meraki. They felt the power of connecting with art to help...
Michael Carrasquillo found himself transitioning to civilian life much earlier than expected. The Army veteran suffered five gunshot wounds during an ambush in Afghanistan in 2005, still early in...
This Memorial Day, our nation will pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives protecting our freedom. Volunteers have stepped forward to serve since the days of the militia to...
On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate approved the MISSION Act – with a strong vote of 92-5. This legislation is considered one of the largest and most comprehensive reform bills ever passed. The bill,...
Warriors and passionate supporters of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will be honored at the Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® in New York City on May 31. This annual gala recognizes the service...
The Donaldson Foundation has chosen Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) as the recipient of its annual Challenge Grant. This $100,000 award will support WWP's free programs and services. Specifically,...
Injured veterans and family members dined on traditional Old San Juan cuisine and created their own art at a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event in the island's historic...
Injured veterans and their guests learned how to create exquisite cuisine from culinary professionals at the Art Institute of California in San Diego during a class with Wounded Warrior Project®...
Warriors and their guests summoned their inner BBQ gurus as they learned how to create healthy meals on the grill during a Publix® cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "My spouse...
Instructors taught warriors and their guests how to use yoga hammocks to support positions like planks, downward dog, and backbend stretches during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) class....
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is pleased and supportive of the president's nomination of Robert Wilkie to become the next Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA). In his tenure as Acting Secretary,...
Mark Lalli's life spun out of control in November 2007. The Army veteran's helicopter malfunctioned in Northern Italy before crashing. He woke weeks later, 4,200 miles away in a hospital bed in...
Warriors and the most passionate supporters of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will be honored at the Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® in New York City on May 31 at Gotham Hall. The Gabriel and...