Paralyzed Veterans Of America
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $290.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Plymouth, MI
- Founding
- 10/1955
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 38-6120911
Organization Overview
Paralyzed Veterans Of America is located in Plymouth, MI. The organization was established in 1955. According to its NTEE Classification (W30) the organization is classified as: Military & Veterans Organizations, under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Paralyzed Veterans Of America employed 4 individuals. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Paralyzed Veterans Of America is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2023, Paralyzed Veterans Of America generated $290.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $391.4k during the year ending 09/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (6.3%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE MPVA CURRENTLY REACHES OUT TO 364 MEMBERS, ALL HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WITH SPINAL CORD INJURY OR DYSFUNCTION. MPVA WELCOMES 153 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS WHO JOIN TO SHOW THEIR SOLIDARITY WITH OUR MISSION AND TO PARTICIPATE IN MPVA PROGRAMS WHO PAY A ONETIME 50 FEE TO RECEIVE UNLIMITED LIFE SERVICES. VETERANS WITH SERVICE RELATED INJURIES ARE MEMBERS FOR LIFE AT NO COST TO THEM. THE MPVA'S VETERANS SERVICES PROGRAM HAS WORKED TO SECURE BENEFITS VALUED INTO THE MILLIONS IN NEW AND CURRENT BENEFITS CLAIMS. THIS PROGRAM IS CONDUCTED THROUGH MPVA'S SERVICE OFFICERS WHO ASSISTED LOCAL VETERANS WITH FREE SERVICES IN FILING OR RE-FILING CLAIMS FOR VA BENEFITS. MPVA REACHES OUT TO MICHIGAN VETERANS FROM OFFICES IN DETROIT, ANN ARBOR AND BATTLE CREEK. THIS CHAPTER ALSO SUPPORTS MANY ADAPTIVE SPORTS PROGRAMS STATE WIDE. ADDITIONALLY, THE CHAPTER'S SPONSORSHIP OF LOCAL GROUPS SUCH AS THE THUMB BASED WHEELIN' TEAM 457, WHICH CONDUCTS SEASONAL HUNTING AND FISHING EVENTS THROUGHOUT MICHIGAN.
THE MPVA'S ADVOCACY PROGRAM WORKS WITH CONGRESS, FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES, LOCAL COMMUNITIES, AND IN COALITION WITH OTHER DISABILITY ORGANIZATIONS TO ENSURE THAT OUR MEMBERS AND ALL PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES HAVE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL ASPECTS OF AMERICAN SOCIETY. THE MPVA ADDRESSES THE NEEDS OF VETERANS AND OTHERS WHO EXPERIENCE SPINAL CORD DYSFUNCTION OR OTHER DISABILITIES THROUGH INTERACTIONS WITH GOVERNMENT AT EVERY LEVEL. COMBINING EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE, THE STAFF AT THE MPVA SEEKS TO ENSURE THAT THE NEEDS OF OUR MEMBERS ARE CONSIDERED AS PUBLIC OFFICIALS DEBATE ISSUES AND DEVELOP POLICIES. WE WORK TO GUARANTEE THAT BENEFITS AND RIGHTS OF ALL VETERANS AND CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES ARE PROTECTED. FY 2023, THE MPVA HAD MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS, SOME OF THEM INCLUDE: - CONTINUED TO SERVE ON THE SENIOR ALLIANCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHERE MEMBERS REVIEW EXISTING POLICIES/PROCEDURES TO SEE IF THEY CAN BE IMPROVED UPON THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND ENSURE THAT THEY CAN LIVE AS INDEPENDENTLY AS POSSIBLE THROUGH OUT SOUTHERN AND WESTERN WAYNE COUNTY -CONTINUED TO SERVE ON DELTA AIRLINES CUSTOMER ADVISORY BOARD ON DISABILITIES. -APPOINTED BY THE GOVERNOR TO REPRESENT THE MICHIGAN BARRIER FREE DESIGN BOARD. -INFORMED AND EDUCATED THE PUBLIC WITH REGARD TO DISABILITY RIGHTS LAWS, THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, AND STATE AND LOCAL BUILDINGS CODES. -WORKED TO PRESERVE MICHIGAN'S MODEL NO-FAULT INSURANCE SYSTEMS AND TO MAKE SURE THAT THE MICHIGAN AUTO INSURANCE INDUSTRY KEEPS THE ORIGINAL NO FAULT PROMISE IT MADE TO MICHIGAN CITIZENS.
THE MPVA PUBLISHES A NEWSLETTER, THE "ROLLIN' TIMES,- AND IT IS SENT TO MEMBERS AND FRIENDS FOUR TIMES A YEAR. THE MPVA PROVIDES SERVICES THAT ARE AVAILABLE ON A DAILY BASIS THAT INCLUDE: THE PUMP GUIDE AND THE MPVA WEBSITE WHICH IS UPDATED REGULARLY WITH NEWS AND INFORMATION. THE CHAPTER ALSO HOSTS MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR IN WHICH MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN FOR FOOD, FELLOWSHIP AND EDUCATION ON VARIOUS TOPICS CONCERNING VETERANS BENEFITS, SCI WELLNESS AND MUCH MORE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jaclyn Kochis Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $80,000 |
Timothy Agajeenian Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ray Brown Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Michael Harris President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
David Peck Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Scot Severn Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $151,737 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $106,461 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $10,599 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $258,198 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $61,179 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$29,297 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $290,080 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $80,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $70,469 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $9,940 |
| Other employee benefits | $23,147 |
| Payroll taxes | $11,666 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,150 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $488 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $43,894 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $11,695 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $9,814 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $404 |
| Insurance | $4,947 |
| All other expenses | $6,452 |
| Total functional expenses | $391,445 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $20,183 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,299 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $363 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,302,347 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $13,634 |
| Total assets | $1,341,826 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $4,852 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $18,075 |
| Total liabilities | $22,927 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $960,638 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $358,261 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,341,826 |