Wounded Warrior Project's Impact

Wounded Warrior Project Urges Congress to Pass Comprehensive Veterans Agenda

Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mike Linnington today called on Congress to pass a series of bills focusing on mental health, financial wellness, and access to care that would comprehensively address the needs and well-being of wounded veterans who served after 9/11.

American Psychiatric Association Foundation Exhibit Features Wounded Warrior Project

A simple black backpack sat inside a library in Washington, DC, nestled among historical artifacts and personal archives. Although it might be something often overlooked, this backpack carries the weight of a profound history, — a symbol of hope and support for those who have sacrificed for our country.

Words of a Woman Warrior: Continuing the Journey of Mental Wellness

Air Force veteran Sam Hargrove served her country for more than a decade and experienced a tough transition from the regimented military world to an unfamiliar civilian lifestyle. Women like Sam represent the fastest-growing population in both military service and the veteran community but also face unique challenges as they transition out of the military.

Healing is in the Eye of the Beholder

Dylan Sims enjoys each day being different. He might be working on poetry, or his novel, or even a comedy he is drafting. Dylan joined the Army National Guard in 2013 to serve his nation. He deployed to Kuwait and then Iraq. Head and hip injuries cut his military career short in 2016. Just five years later, at the age of 29, a rare diagnosis of early-onset dementia upended his life.

NFL and USAA Honor Warriors With Super Bowl Surprises

Thanks to the support of the NFL and USAA, four veterans unexpectedly found themselves under the Allegiant Stadium lights on Sunday, Feb. 11, in Las Vegas for the biggest game of the year – Super Bowl LVIII.