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Donation FAQs
  1. Do you have a form I can print to mail in my donation?
  2. When will I receive a receipt for my contribution?
  3. When will I receive a tax letter summarizing all my donations for the year?
  4. Can I make a donation in memory of a loved one who has passed away?
  5. Will the honoree or their family receive a letter notifying them of my donation?
  6. Is the donation amount (i.e. $50.00) stated in the letter received by the acknowledgee?
  7. How do I notify WWP that my family is requesting donations be made in lieu of flowers for a loved one’s funeral or memorial service?
  8. Can I make donations to a particular veteran or their family?
  9. I wish to mention the Wounded Warrior Project in my will. How can I do this?
  10. What percentage of my donation goes directly to wounded warriors?
  11. How do I submit a matching gift form from my company to Wounded Warrior Project?
  12. I’d like to sign up for a monthly gift, how do I do this?

 

Do you have a form I can print to mail in my donation?


In our web site's menu at the top of the page, place your mouse on “Donate.” A drop-down will appear; select “Donation Form.” You may also download the form directly.

 

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When will I receive a receipt for my contribution?

 

Receipts should be received by the donor 4-6 weeks after the donation is made.

 

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When will I receive a tax letter summarizing all my donations for the year?

 

Tax receipts are sent in January and February of the following year. For example: A 2009 tax receipt will be sent to the donor in January or February of 2010.

 

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Can I make a donation in memory of a loved one who has passed away?

 

Donations made in honor or memory of a loved one are always welcome. If you wish to make a memorial or honorary donation online, please use our online form. If you wish to mail in your memorial or honorary donation, please be sure to include our donation form with your check or credit card information. 

 

When making a memorial donation to Wounded Warrior Project, please make your check payable to Wounded Warrior Project.  If posting our address for an obituary requesting donations to be sent to WWP in lieu of flowers, please use the following contact information: Wounded Warrior Project, 7020 AC Skinner Pkwy, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

 

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Will the honoree or their family receive a letter notifying them of my donation?

 

The Wounded Warrior Project will notify the family or individual of your gift if the name and address of the acknowledgee is provided. You may enter this information on the bottom of our online  and printable donation forms. Please note it will take 4-6 weeks for the acknowledgee to receive their letter.


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Is the donation amount (i.e. $50.00) stated in the letter received by the acknowledgee?


No, we do not state the donation amount unless specifically requested by the donor.

 

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How do I notify WWP that my family is requesting donations be made in lieu of flowers for a loved one’s funeral or memorial service?


To notify WWP, please contact Donor Services at 877-832-6997 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Can I make donations to a particular veteran or their family?


WWP cannot direct funds to a geographic location or specific individual.

 

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I wish to mention the Wounded Warrior Project in my will. How can I do this?


Contact us at 877.832.6997, and we will provide you with information you need to consider this decision. Consider including the following language: I hereby devise and bequest the sum of $XXX to the Wounded Warrior Project located in Jacksonville, Florida, to be used where the need is greatest.

 

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What percentage of my donation goes directly to wounded warriors?


We continuously strive to keep administrative and fundraising costs associated with the operation of the Wounded Warrior Project as low as possible thus maximizing the funds available to fund the many programs and services offered by WWP. Based on our fiscal year ending on September 30, 2008 audited financial statements, $0.82 of every dollar donated went to provide services and programs for our wounded warriors and their families. Additional financial data is also available here.

 

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How do I submit a matching gift form from my company to Wounded Warrior Project?


First, please check with your Human Resource Department to see if your gift to Wounded Warrior Project is eligible for their Matching Gift Program. If so, please complete your company's form and mail along with your donation to: Wounded Warrior Project, Attn: Donor Services, 7020 AC Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256. If you are donating online, please forward your confirmation receipt and the matching gift form to  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . For all other Matching Gift Inquiries, please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

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I’d like to sign up for a monthly gift, how do I do this?


Thank you for inquiring. Yes, WWP does have a monthly giving program: Advance Guard. The Advance Guard monthly giving program provides a reliable, low-cost source of long-term income for WWP programs and services. To participate in this program, click here.

 

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