Gift brings all-time support to more than $12 million as PVA marks its 80th year serving veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases Washington, DC (April 20, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced it received a donation of $1.08 million from long-time partner Penske Automotive Group through the company’s annual Service Matters campaign. The amount […]

Activation coincides with nonprofit’s 80th anniversary as leading advocate for veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases, and all people with disabilities Austin, TX (Mar. 18, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America today led two panel discussions at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas – a first in the organization’s esteemed 80-year history. The powerful conversations […]

WASHINGTON, DC (March 13, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released the following statement in response to the newly announced memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Justice (DOJ) authorizing VA attorneys to serve as special assistant U.S. attorneys and to initiate guardianship or conservatorship […]

PVA outlines 2026 policy priorities and highlights 36% VA acute care staffing shortage, missed specialty health care visits, and rising costs for veterans with catastrophic disabilities Washington, D.C. (Mar. 4, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas testified today before a joint hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. In PVA’s […]

Tour to visit three U.S. cities in seven months, bringing community and adventure to dozens of disabled veterans and their caregivers Washington, D.C. (Mar. 3, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America wrapped up the first of three 2026 Outdoor Recreation Experience program stops earlier this week in Carrabassett Valley, Maine. The latest leg provided much-needed relief and […]

Washington, D.C. (Mar. 2, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America today kicked off its 80th year as a relentless ally for veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases (SCI/D), like MS and ALS, and all people with disabilities. To celebrate this milestone, PVA launched Power of PVA – a six-month public awareness campaign highlighting the nonprofit’s […]

WASHINGTON, DC (February 19, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released the following statement in response to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) decision to pause enforcement of its recent interim final rule impacting veterans’ disability ratings. “Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds VA’s decision to halt enforcement of the interim final […]

WASHINGTON, DC (February 18, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released the following statement in response to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) recent interim final rule impacting veterans’ disability ratings. “Yesterday, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) published an interim final rule (IFR) that would allow ratings decisions for veterans […]

WASHINGTON, DC (February 12, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released the following statement after the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee marked up the Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act (H.R. 6047). “Today’s markup of the Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act is an important step […]

Washington, D.C. (Feb. 2, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America concluded its ninth annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational today in Louisville, Kentucky. The prestigious Code of Honor Cup was awarded to the winners of each division, including the WWAR Generals in Division I, the Shepherd Smash in Division II, and the Northeast Passage Wildcats in Division III. […]

Washington, DC (Jan. 12, 2026) — Paralyzed Veterans of America launched its Online Fitness + Wellness Program last week, a free new virtual adaptive fitness and wellness program powered by Warrior Strong. Designed specifically for veterans living with spinal cord injuries and diseases such as multiple sclerosis MS and ALS and their caregivers, this dynamic program […]

WASHINGTON, DC (December 16, 2025) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released a statement following Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins’ announcement of a significant reorganization to the structure of the Veterans Health Administration. “Paralyzed Veterans of America has long raised concerns about how administrative bloat has hindered health care decision-making […]

WASHINGTON, DC (December 11, 2025) — Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released a statement following the Department of Transportation’s announcement that it amended its historic penalty against American Airlines for its unsafe and undignified treatment of passengers with disabilities who use mobility devices. “While we acknowledge the Department of Transportation’s decision to […]

More than 60 veterans with disabilities and their families welcomed to four L’Oréal worksites for day of pampering and relaxation Washington, DC (Nov. 17, 2025) — Paralyzed Veterans of America partnered with L’Oréal USA for the second consecutive year for L’Oréal USA’s Have A Beautiful Day event, an annual initiative honoring U.S. veterans, military personnel, and their families. […]

Donation generated through four-week in-store fundraising campaign in October Sunbury, PA (Nov. 13, 2025) — Weis Markets today announced it has donated $170,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases, like MS and ALS. Representatives from Weis Markets presented the check […]