WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 13, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas and Chief Executive Officer Carl Blake released a joint statement following their testimony today before a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing entitled “A Call to Action: Meeting the Needs of the Spinal Cord Injury and Disorder Veteran Community.” Both testimonies were […]

Event to include a keynote address by Congressman Mike Bost, legislative training sessions, Congressional Hill visits, and two PVA testimonies before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 11, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s premier nonprofit of choice for disabled Veterans, their families, and caregivers – today kicked off its annual […]

WASHINGTON, DC (May 16, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s premier nonprofit of choice for disabled Veterans, their families, and caregivers – convened more than 100 of its top leaders to Minneapolis, Minnesota as part of its 78th Annual Convention May 13-18. Enhancing the week-long event was a special visit today by […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 15, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America released the following statement from PVA Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley in response to today’s final passage of the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024. “Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds the passage of the FAA reauthorization bill and its inclusion of provisions focused on improving the […]

  PVA and Department of Veterans Affairs Announce National Veterans Wheelchair Games Coming to Minneapolis in Summer 2025   Companies urged to support largest annual adaptive sports and rehabilitation event for U.S. military veterans with disabilities WASHINGTON, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Paralyzed Veterans of America and the Department of Veterans Affairs today announced the 44th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games – the largest […]

  Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $1.17 million donation from Penske Automotive Group and celebrates 10th year of partnership   WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 — Paralyzed Veterans of America proudly celebrates a decade-long partnership with long-time supporter Penske Automotive Group, who donated $1.17 million in 2023 to the nonprofit to support paralyzed veterans nationwide. The amount is composed of donations […]

Paralyzed Veterans of America Celebrates Women Veterans, Accessibility Changemakers at Igniting Change Gala   WASHINGTON, DC (April 15, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America concluded its Igniting Change Gala on Friday evening at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland. The flagship event celebrated Women veterans, influencers, and innovators who strive to create an inclusive […]

Paralyzed Veterans of America Presents Senator Elizabeth Dole with 2024 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award at Igniting Change Gala Reception WASHINGTON, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Paralyzed Veterans of America honored Senator Elizabeth Dole with the distinguished 2024 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award during an evening VIP reception at the Igniting Change Gala. The star-studded affair celebrated Women Veterans, influencers, and innovators – […]

Paralyzed Veterans of America to Honor L’Oréal USA with PVA Disability Innovation Award at Igniting Change Gala on April 12 WASHINGTON, DC (April 8, 2024) – On Friday, April 12, Paralyzed Veterans of America will host its Igniting Change Gala and present the PVA Disability Innovation Award to L’Oréal USA, the largest subsidiary of the […]

Paralyzed Veterans of America honors the Washington Nationals with 2024 Barrier-Free America Award for exemplary commitment to accessibility   WASHINGTON, D.C. (Apr. 8, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s premier non-profit of choice for disabled veterans, their families, and caregivers – awarded the Washington Nationals their 2024 Barrier-Free America Award, one of […]

PVA will present the 2024 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award to former Senator Elizabeth Dole during the Igniting Change Gala on April 12.

“As a veteran and former NASA astronaut, Wendy Lawrence is a trailblazing inspiration to us all. We are honored to have Captain Lawrence as our keynote speaker and eager to hear how her experiences can help shape PVA’s mission in support of our women members and all veterans moving forward.”

Good Ranchers is partnering with PVA to “Bring All Veterans to the Table” by providing vital support, opportunities, and resources to Veterans and their families.

“VA’s announcement that IVF will be available to veterans who have disabilities as a result of their military service, regardless of their marital status, and without the need to be able to produce their own genetic materials, is long-overdue.”

Non-profit leader unveils PVA’s 2024 policy priorities and urges Congress to pass the Elizabeth Dole Act   WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar 6, 2024) – Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas testified today before a joint hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. Thomas unveiled PVA’s 2024 policy priorities, underscoring the need for […]