Be a Hero for
America’s Heroes
You can help Paralyzed
& Disabled Veterans:
Receive life-changing care- Regain their independence
- Find meaningful careers & more
U.S. Army
Veteran
WHY
SUPPORT
PVA?
We are a non-profit organization with a mission to meet every Veteran in need, from day one of an injury or illness—so they know they are not alone. We advocate for Veterans issues on the national level, fund medical research to treat and cure paralysis, help Veterans remodel their homes for wheelchair accessibility, and so much more.
Donate Now
“After I began to participate with Paralyzed Veterans of America’s racing [program],
I not only stopped being embarrassed, I actually became proud of who I am as a paralyzed Veteran.
— Leigh, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
OUR
MISSION
Paralyzed Veterans of America is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization that was founded in 1946. We have developed a unique expertise on a wide variety of issues involving the special needs of our members – Veterans of the armed forces who have experienced spinal cord injury or dysfunction.
FOR 80
YEARS
Paralyzed Veterans of America has been on a mission to meet every Veteran in need, from day one of an injury or illness—so they know they are not alone. We help Veterans get specialized medical care and treatments, provide a community of support, assist in securing earned benefits, get accessible vehicles, remodel their homes for wheelchair accessibility, and much more.
PVA is a Trailblazing
Advocate for:
Pushing access forward by ensuring Veterans and all people with spinal cord injury and disease enjoy a better quality of life — and fulfill their potential. Through our work, we provide information on the latest disability rights information and resources related to health, travel, housing, voting, and more. You can join our efforts and serve your community. Visit our Action Center.
TROY’S STORY
“PVA to me is very similar to the Marines. You know you guys are the first ones in and the last ones out.”
PVA to me is very similar to the Marines. You know you guys are the first ones in and the last ones out.
back to life.”
— Troy, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran
About PVA GET INFO
Force letter TAKE ACTION
Get help. RESOURCES
