★ Helping Veterans Thrive for a Lifetime ★

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) empowers post-9/11 wounded, ill, and injured veterans and their families to thrive.

★ Every Warrior Has a Story ★

We tailor support to each warrior’s needs and help them realize their potential. Read their stories to see how they discovered what’s possible.

★ Explore How We Help Veterans Thrive ★

In 2003, WWP™ started comforting the first wounded service members coming home from Iraq and Afghanistan. Since then, we've expanded our programs and services to meet the changing needs of warriors and their families. 

★ A Voice for Warriors ★

Wounded Warrior Project represents warriors in Washington, D.C. on issues that matter most to them. We advocate on high-priority topics that make a real difference in the lives of veterans, their families, and caregivers.

Passing Laws That Help Warriors

WWP speaks on behalf of our nation’s warriors on Capitol Hill, testifying in support of new laws to address veterans’ urgent and evolving needs.

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Amplifying Warrior Voices

With training and support from WWP, warriors are empowered to create meaningful change—from meeting with local representatives to writing letters to Congress in Washington, D.C.

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Listening to our Nation's Warriors

Our advocacy strategy is guided by the WWP Warrior Survey. Representative of over 185,000 warriors, it offers the most comprehensive picture of the needs of post-9/11 wounded warriors.

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Our 2025 Legislative Priorities:

  Mental health and suicide prevention

  Brain health and traumatic brain injury

  Women veterans

  Economic empowerment

  Transition support

  Toxic exposure

  Severely wounded veterans and service members

★ The Journey is Possible ★

Every warrior’s journey is unique. Growth takes time and support. Read the articles below about warriors who achieved their possible.

The Role of Advocacy in Addressing Veterans’ Issues

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Antoinette Wallace, a wounded warrior, stands outside and smiles at the camera while wearing a blue WWP polo.

From Ground Zero to New Heights: Antoinette Wallace’s Journey with WWP

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Wounded warrior Arnulfo Dauto stands outside smiling.

How a Veteran’s Military Skills Led to Career Success and Financial Stability

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★ Our Impact with the Help of Our Supporters ★

Thanks to our generous donors and supporters, we provide life-changing programs and services for wounded warriors and their families.