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Wounded Warrior Project Inc.

The greatest casualty is being forgotten

aka WWP   |   Jacksonville, FL   |  http://woundedwarriorproject.org

Mission

The mission of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. Our vision is to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation's history.

Ruling year info

2005

Chief Executive Officer

Walter Piatt, Lieutenant General, U.S. Army, Retired

Main address

4899 Belfort Rd Ste 300

Jacksonville, FL 32256-6033 USA

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EIN

20-2370934

NTEE code info

Military/Veterans' Organizations (W30)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ.

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Communication

Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) provides free programs and services to address the needs of wounded warriors and fill gaps in government care.

We serve, injured veterans, their families, and caregivers by providing free mental health and wellness, physical health and wellness, career and benefits counseling, and support for the most severely injured.

The demand for our programs and services has grown from serving a handful of injured veterans to now serving tens of thousands, and we continue to receive hundreds of new registrations from injured veterans, their families, and caregivers each month.

Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Government Affairs

Using warriors’ feedback and insights, we advocate for veteran policies and initiatives that make a real difference, improving the lives of millions of veterans, family members, and caregivers.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers
Families

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Independence Program Continuous Care Services are designed to empower the most severely injured warriors* to plan for the long-term, and in the event of caregiver loss or separation, remain in a surrounding that allows for as much independence as possible with the highest-quality care. This is made possible through two distinct phases. The first phase is planning of services and the second phase is the initiation of those services. *Participating warriors must currently be enrolled in Independence Program for program eligibility. They sacrificed so much for their country. And now, many warriors face the need for ongoing care throughout their lifetime. For families and caregivers, this often means finding a way to care for their warriors when they will be no longer able. At WWP, we have listened to the worries of the selfless individuals who devote their lives to injured service members, and we now offer an answer — and some genuine peace of mind.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers
Families

Providing innovative, long-term support to the most catastrophically wounded veterans with a moderate to severe brain injury, spinal cord injury, or neurological condition that causes them to struggle with day-to-day living. We provide the kind of high-touch services that will help them live life to the fullest and as independently as possible. This one-of-a-kind program focuses on helping them set achievable goals, get more active in their community, and embrace the future on their terms. Whether they live with family, on their own, or in an assisted care facility, we’re dedicated to providing the support and resources that will empower them to lead a more fulfilling life. Independence Program starts with a comprehensive service assessment, during which your team of specialists will work with you, your family, and your caregivers to develop a plan of action. From there, you will work with your dedicated team of

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers
Families

Career and VA Benefits Counseling services directly address the fact that no one likes to worry about money, let alone talk about it. But when veterans are transitioning to civilian life, it’s a conversation they need to have. We make that conversation an inspiring one, one that makes them realize that their goals are possible. Whether it’s understanding the benefits they're entitled to and how to get them, pinpointing a career path that fits their needs, or landing the job that will launch their career, we’re here to help with services that include: VA Benefits Counseling, Financial Education, and Warriors to Work - A veteran program to help with the transition into the civilian workforce by providing resources and support to help veterans reach their highest career ambitions.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers
Families

WWP Physical Health and Wellness program is designed to reduce stress, combat depression, and promote an overall healthy and active lifestyle by encouraging participation in fun, educational activities including inclusive sports, fitness, nutrition and wellness. WWP Physical Health and Wellness Programs include: Soldier Ride - a unique four-day cycling opportunity for wounded service members and veterans to use cycling and the bonds of service to overcome physical, mental, or emotional wounds Adaptive Sports - empowering warriors to unleash their highest potential by participating in modified athletic opportunities designed for their individual abilities. Through single-day and multi-day clinics, warriors learn to use adaptive sports equipment and develop athletic skills. Goal-based wellness programs - helping veterans make long-term changes toward a healthier life through movement, nutritional education, coaching, goal-setting, and skill-building.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers

A listening ear. A helping hand. A community that champions success. That’s what veterans gain when they connect with WWP. We’re fully focused on their unique needs, and we want to help them reach their highest goals – whatever they may be. Outreach and Engagement programs include: Alumni Connection Program - Educational, recreational, and family-oriented events, warriors and their families build a support network and gain a renewed sense of camaraderie. These events are perfect for families looking to create lasting memories, couples wanting to strengthen their bond, and individuals seeking connection and purpose. Peer Support - Join a local group of fellow warriors to discuss personal challenges and help each other out. Resource Center, Family Support services, and International Support

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Caregivers
Families

Not only do 1 in 3 veterans live with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but 1 in 3 veterans also feel they don’t get the mental health services they need. We’re here to change that. Through interactive programs, rehabilitative retreats, and professional services, veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of service can build resilience to help overcome mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), military sexual trauma (MST), traumatic brain injury (TBI) and more. WWP Mental Health Support Programs include: Project Odyssey - Adventure-based learning to help warriors manage and overcome their invisible wounds, enhance their resiliency skills, and live productive and fulfilling lives, WWP Talk - Telephonic mental health support line, and Warrior Care Network - a partnership with four academic medical centers to offer a veteran specialized mental health treatment program led by healthcare professionals to help veterans with PTSD and TBI.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Families
Caregivers

Where we work

  • Germany

  • Puerto Rico

  • United States

Awards

Best NonProfit to Work For #1 2011

Non Profit Times

Charity of the Year 2012

Classy Awards

Best NonProfit to Work For #1 2012

Non Profit Times

Best NonProfit to Work For #1 2013

Non Profit Times

Best NonProfit to Work For #3 2014

NonProfit Times

Top Rated Nonprofit 2015

Great Nonprofits

Best NonProfit to Work 2018

Non Profit Times

Top 50 Best Non Profit to Work For 2023

Non Profit Times

Top 50 Best Non Profit to Work For 2024

Non Profit Times

Affiliations & memberships

Combined Federal Campaign 2016

Our results

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.

Number of warriors and family members placed in part- or full-time employment through Warriors to Work

This metric is no longer tracked.
Totals By Year
Related Program

Financial Assistance and Career Services

Type of Metric

Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues

Direction of Success

Increasing

Context Notes

Warriors to Work provides career guidance and support services to warriors who want to transition to the civilian workforce.

Economic Impact in dollars through VA Benefits assistance and placement of warriors and family members into jobs through employment services.

This metric is no longer tracked.
Totals By Year
Related Program

Financial Assistance and Career Services

Type of Metric

Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues

Direction of Success

Increasing

Context Notes

WWP Benefits Services ensures warriors and their families have information and access to government benefits, as well as our full range of programs and the community resources necessary for success.

Hours of case management and community support provided to the most severely wounded warriors and their families through the Independence Program.

This metric is no longer tracked.
Totals By Year
Related Program

Mental Health Services

Type of Metric

Output - describing our activities and reach

Direction of Success

Increasing

Context Notes

The Independence Program is designed for warriors who rely on their families and/or caregivers because of moderate-to-severe brain injury, spinal-cord injury, or other neurological conditions.

Percentage of overall program satisfaction rating

This metric is no longer tracked.
Totals By Year
Type of Metric

Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues

Direction of Success

Increasing

Context Notes

Warriors, their family, and caregivers satisfaction with WWP programs and services.

Our Sustainable Development Goals

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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Goals & Strategy

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.

Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

The long-term strategic goal of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation's history. We will accomplish this vision by raising awareness and enlisting the public's aid for the needs of injured service members; helping injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other; and providing unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs.

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) positively impacts the lives of injured service members through a high-touch, holistic approach, reaching out to warriors at a personal level by engaging them at numerous points throughout their recovery continuum. By emphasizing our core programs - focused on Outreach and Engagement, Mental Health Support, Physical Health & Wellness, Financial Assistance, VA Benefits Counseling, and Career Counseling – WWP works to confront the spectrum of barriers to successful reintegration that many veterans face. As one of the fastest-growing national charities, WWP provides the largest scope of programs and services to veterans at every phase and stage of their recovery and transition.

How we listen

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.

done We demonstrated a willingness to learn more by reviewing resources about feedback practice.
done We shared information about our current feedback practices.
  • How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?

    To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals

  • Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?

    We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to get feedback from marginalized or under-represented people, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We share the feedback we received with the people we serve, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded

  • What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?

    We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback

Financials

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Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

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Wounded Warrior Project Inc.

Board of directors
as of 01/20/2026
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Ken Hunzeker

Lt. Gen. (Ret.)

Bill Selman

Graham Company

Keita Franklin

Deloitte

Florent Groberg

Microsoft

Jeff Dolven

Skookum Contract Services

John Campbell

Advisor

Joseph Caravalho

Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

Kathy Hildreth

M1 Support Services

Ken Hunzeker

Lt. Gen. (Ret.)

Kristen Robinson

Fidelity Investments

Lindsey Streeter

Bank of America

Scott Howell

CAPSTONE senior fellow at the National Defense University and a senior member for the Joint Staff

Scott Stalker

Executive Advisor

Tiffany Daugherty

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

Board leadership practices

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? yes

Organizational demographics

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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Male

Race & ethnicity

Gender identity

Transgender Identity

Sexual orientation

Disability

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