Warrior Tyshawn Jenkins holds a jacket that features the Tuskegee Airmen insignia in front of a blue biplane with yellow wings.

Celebrating Black History Month

A single moment sparked a lifetime of service. After meeting a Tuskegee Airman, Tyshawn Jenkins followed in their footsteps. Explore the courage of the first Black military pilots, and the legacy they inspire.

Warrior Anthony Villareal sits with his wife and two sons outside on a large rock under the shade of a tree.

2025 Was a Year of Progress and Impact

Thanks to a grateful nation, WWP delivered critical programs and services to more than 300,000 warriors and their families this past year.

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Warrior Tim Aponte and a fellow veteran sit at the edge of a dock at sunrise with their feet resting in a canoe.

Find Purpose, Connection, and Healing

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Empowering Veterans Through Programs, Services, and Advocacy

Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) is the nation’s leading veterans service organization, dedicated to the total well-being of post-9/11 wounded, ill, or injured veterans and their families. From mental health and physical wellness to VA benefits assistance, peer support, and more, we’re changing the way our nation cares for veterans and helping them thrive for a lifetime.

Wounded warriors sit on the steps leading up to the main entrance of a residence, engaged in conversation.

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Wounded warrior James Rivera wearing a WWP t-shirt and holding an American flag.

Find Your Community

Wounded warrior Mark Lalli sitting on a wheelchair at Quantum Leap Farm while petting horses.

See The Difference

“If I can be a part of an organization that helps people heal and find peace, then the end of my service is not the end. I’m just serving in a new way now.”

Wounded Warrior
Taniki Richard

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By donating, fundraising, or spreading the word, you can help warriors get back on track and become a positive force in their communities.

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WHAT'S NEW AT WWP

WWP Applauds VA On Decision To Halt Interim Final Rule

Wounded Warrior Project Applauds VA on Decision to Halt Interim Final Rule

Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) has issued the following statement on the decision of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to halt enforcement of its interim final rule, Evaluative Rating: Impact of Medication.

Finding Peace After Trauma and Cancer

“I would get blown up 10 more times before going through what I did with cancer.” When Army veteran Dan Nevins says this out loud, people are often shocked by his frankness.

Living with PTSD: How One Veteran Couple Rebuilt Their Relationship and Found Healing Together

Although Jackie and Randy Price both proudly served in the United States Navy, their love story didn’t begin on a ship. Instead, their paths crossed at a Virginia church where Randy was working after his military service. At the time, Jackie was still on active duty but looking for ways to serve outside of her uniform.

Hiking Toward Healing, One Ruck at a Time

Right foot, left foot, right foot, left foot, one foot in front of the other, repeat for mile after mile. Rucking started as a training exercise for Melvin when he served in the Army. These days, rucking — hiking or marching with a weighted vest or backpack — has become far more than a march to benefit his physical health. And on the highway to a healthier life, he’s not alone.

NFL Helps Wounded Warrior Project Honor and Empower Injured Veterans

Football is the No. 1 sport in America, and through the NFL’s platform, the league celebrates the men and women who serve America. The NFL’s Salute to Service initiative is year-round to “honor, empower, and connect with the Nation’s service members, veterans, and their families.”

“Wounded Warrior Project doesn’t just help with one aspect of a Warrior’s life; it’s very well rounded. It’s not just handing out money. They are a hand up, not a handout.”

Wounded Warrior
Sean Karpf