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what does the wounded warrior project do for veterans

by Ms. Rosetta Okuneva PhD Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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WWP offers a variety of veteran programs and services to help you take the steps that are right for you, including programs for physical and mental wellness, career transition, and support in obtaining disabled veterans benefits from Veterans Affairs (VA).

How much does Wounded Warrior Project give to veterans?

What percentage of my donation goes directly to Wounded Warriors? 100% of your donation supports wounded warriors. 71% pays for programs, and the balance pays to support those programs.

Is Wounded Warrior Project a good thing to donate to?

Good. This charity's score is 86.49, earning it a 3-Star rating. Donors can "Give with Confidence" to this charity.

Does wounded warriors really help?

Based on their assessment of WWP, they have an 86% score. That is not the best, but it is a far cry from being a scam. According to Charity Navigator, WWP is very transparent with their foundation and is well within the regulations set forth by the IRS.

How much does the CEO of wounded warrior make per year?

Wounded Warrior Project's CEO salary is $280,000, which is in line with other national charity CEO salaries. Our executive compensation is set by our volunteer Board of Directors who follow all IRS rules on reasonable compensation.

What charity gives the most to veterans?

The Fisher House Foundation. One of the most well-known and well-regarded organizations for veterans is the Fisher House Foundation, which donates over 90 percent of its contributions and expenses back to the programs and services it provides to veterans and their families.

What percentage of donations to Wounded Warrior Project goes to administration?

5.4%Financial Performance MetricsProgram Expenses (Percent of the charity's total expenses spent on the programs and services it delivers)71.5%Administrative Expenses5.4%Fundraising Expenses22.9%Fundraising Efficiency$0.25Working Capital Ratio (years)1.172 more rows

What charities should you not donate to?

Here are some of the worst offenders:Kids Wish Network.Cancer Fund of America.Children's Wish Foundation International.American Breast Cancer Foundation.Firefighters Charitable Foundation.Breast Cancer Relief Foundation.International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO.National Veterans Service Fund.More items...•

What is the best charity for wounded soldiers?

Top 10 charities that support veteransDisabled American Veterans (DAV) Charitable Service Trust.Homes for Our Troops. ... Puppies Behind Bars. ... Wounded Warriors Family Support. ... Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. ... USO. ... Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) ... Hope for the Warriors. ... More items...•

Which is better DAV or Wounded Warrior?

Hours of web searches indicate that DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is the best place to spend your donations for veterans. Wounded Warriors Project makes a WHOLE lot more money and provides more money to the veterans, BUT it is at a high price.

How much of donations to VFW goes to veterans?

84.6%ElementPercentageAdministrative8.40%Fundraising6.90%Program84.60%

Is care for our wounded soldiers a legitimate organization?

In 2008 the foundation added a program called Care for Our Wounded Soldiers to support families caring for returning wounded soldiers who face unique caregiving situations. This Caregiver's Support Kit® is dedicated to all the American military men and women who have served our country during armed conflicts.

What is the overhead for Wounded Warrior Project?

About 40 percent of the organization's donations in 2014 were spent on its overhead, or about $124 million, according to the charity-rating group Charity Navigator.

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