Paralyzed Veterans Of America

Organization Overview

Paralyzed Veterans Of America is located in St Louis, MO. 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. 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 06/2022, Paralyzed Veterans Of America generated $679.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $596.9k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 5.2% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE GATEWAY CHAPTER PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA WILL USE OUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE TO ENSURE QUALITY HEALTHCARE AND PROVIDE PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE ACTIVE LIFESTYLES, EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES, AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR VETERANS AND ALL PEOPLE WITH SPINAL CORD INJURY OR DISEASE.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

OUR PROGRAMS ARE:MEMBERSHIP: GATEWAY PVA HAS A GROWING MEMBERSHIP, CURRENTLY AROUND 640 MEMBERS.PATIENT SERVICES: WE PROVIDE MONTHLY LUNCHEONS AND HOLIDAY DINNERS FOR INPATIENTS AND OUTPATIENTS AT THE VA SPINAL CORD UNIT. WE PROVIDE SNACKS AND REFRESHMENTS FOR INPATIENTS 5 DAYS PER WEEK, AS WELL AS FURNISH LONG DISTANCE CALLING CARDS FOR THEM TO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH THEIR FAMILIES. ONE OF OUR MOST IMPORTANT MISSIONS IS ENSURING OUR MEMBERS RECEIVE THE HEALTHCARE THEY DESERVE FROM THE ST. LOUIS AREA VA FACILITIES.TRANSPORTATION: THE CHAPTER OPERATES OUR OWN VAN TO TRANSPORT MEMBERS TO THERAPY PROGRAMS, DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENTS, AND VARIOUS EVENTS. THIS SERVICE HAS RECENTLY BEEN EXPANDED TO 5 DAYS PER WEEK AND WE ARE NOW PICKING UP MEMBERS FROM AREA NURSING HOMES.COMMUNICATION: WE PRODUCE A BI-MONTHLY NEWSLETTER TO KEEP OUR MEMBERSHIP AND OTHERS INFORMED OF BENEFITS, EVENTS, AND ISSUES OF INTEREST.PEER SUPPORT: THE CHAPTERS MEMBERS PROVIDE COUNSELING SUPPORT FOR NEWLY INJURED VETERANS BEGINNING WITHIN DAYS OF THE INITIAL HOSPITILIZATION.ADVOCACY: THE CHAPTER CONTINUES TO BE INVOLVED IN SECURING ACCESS TO THE RECENTLY RENOVATED ALTON NATIONAL VETERANS CEMETERY, WHICH SITS ON A HILLSIDE WITHOUT ACCESS FOR WHEELCHAIRS. WE INITIATED AND MONITORED AN ONLINE SURVEY CONCERNING THE ACCESSIBILITY OF AIR TRAVEL FOR THE DISABLED. AS A RESULT, WE RECEIVED AND ANALYZED OVER 150 SURVEYS AND PRESENTED THESE FINDINGS TO OTHER DISABILITY ORGANIZATIONS, AS WELL AS TO CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES, IN HOPES OF FULLY INPLEMENTING THE AIR CARRIER ACCESS ACT. THE CHAPTER HAS AGAIN BECOME ACTIVE WITH THE MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS, WHICH WORKS TO SECURE AND IMPROVE VETERANS' BENEFITS IN THE STATE OF MISSOURI.SPORTS & RECREATION: GATEWAY PVA PROVIDES FUNDING AND ENCOURAGES MEMBER PARTICIPATION THROUGH COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES SUCH AS SEASONAL TRAP SHOOTS AND WHEELCHAIR GAMES.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$360,675
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$360,675
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $26,248
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $74,793
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $101,413
Net Income from Fundraising Events $76,890
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $679,148

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Paralyzed Veterans Of America has recieved totaling $67,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
St Louis Community Foundation Incorporated

St Louis, MO

PURPOSE: COMMUNITY BLDG, IMPROVEMENT & CAPACITY BUILDING

$41,000
Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company

Chicago, IL

PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SUPPORT

$15,000
Others First Inc

Rochester Hills, MI

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$10,000
Pecha Family Foundation

St Louis, MO

PURPOSE: TO FURTHER ORGANIZATION EXEMPT PURPOSE

$1,000
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