Paralyzed Veterans Of America is located in Jeffersonville, IN. 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 06/2024, Paralyzed Veterans Of America employed 2 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 06/2024, Paralyzed Veterans Of America generated $263.9k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 9 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $281.6k during the year ending 06/2024. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (1.4%) per year over the past 9 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE MISSION OF KENTUCKY-INDIANA CHAPTER OF PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF U.S. MILITARY VETERANS AND OTHERS WHO HAVE SPINAL CORD DYSFUNCTION THROUGH THE USE OF ADVOCACY, RESEARCH, SPORTS AND RECREATION, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNICATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE KENTUCKY/INDIANA CHAPTER OF PVA PROVIDES INFORMATION, RESOURCES, TOOLS AND ENCOURAGEMENT OUR MEMBERS WHO ARE CITIZENS OF THE UNITED STATES WHO HAVE SERVED IN THE MILITARY AND HAVE SUSTAINED A SPINAL CORD INJURY OR DISEASE. OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ALSO SUPPORT THEIR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS. OUR ROBUST SPORTS PROGRAM CONSISTS OF MANY ACTIVITIES. WE COORDINATE AND FUND AN ANNUAL FISHING TOURNAMENT WHICH GROUPS UP PARALYZED VETERANS WITH BOAT CAPTAINS. MANY LOCAL BUSINESSES, BOTH IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS IN THE COMMUNITY OF KUTTAWA, DONATE RESOURCES EITHER FINANCIALLY OR VALUE IN KIND LIKE FOOD/MEALS, HANDS-ON ASSISTANCE AND LIFTING PARTICIPANTS INTO AND OUT OF THE BOATS AND OTHER SUPPORT DURING THE TOURNAMENT. OUR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM INCLUDES MEETINGS AND PICNICS IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT KENTUCKY AND INDIANA. VISITS TO THE LEXINGTON, LOUISVILLE AND INDIANAPOLIS VA HOSPITALS ENSURE WE ADVOCATE FOR THE PATIENT CARE AND PROGRAMS OUR MEMBERS AND ALL VETERANS DESERVE AND HAVE EARNED. INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS CAN REQUEST REIMBURSEMENTS FOR VARIOUS MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES. SOME COMPETE BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY IN SPORTS, SUCH AS BOCCIA AND DRAGON BOAT RACING. OTHERS ENJOY HOBBIES SUCH AS WOODWORKING, GARDENING, HUNTING, AIR RIFLES, SCUBA DIVING, FISHING, BOWLING. THE CHAPTER ESTABLISHED THIS GRANT PROGRAM RECENTLY WHICH HAS BECOME AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO SUPPORT THEM IN THEIR SPECIFIC PASSIONS AND REINTEGRATE INTO SOCIETY. WE ALSO FUNDED RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS WHICH PURSUE THE EVENTUAL CURE FOR PARALYSIS AND ADVANCE NEW TECHNOLOGIES INTO BETTERING THE LIVES OF ALL PARALYZED. THE COLLABORATION WITH A LOCAL EAGLE RIDERS BIKE CLUB HAS RESULTED IN DOING WORK AROUND THE CHAPTER'S OFFICE BUILDING AND FUNDRAISING INCLUDING DESIGNATED BIKE RIDES. YEAR OVER YEAR THIS SUPPORT INCREASED FROM 15,000 TO 23,000 TO FUND PROGRAMS. MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT INCLUDES THE SCHEDULING OF MEET & GREET'S EVENTS WHICH CREATE CAMARADERIE, AND WE MAILED OUT A SURVEY TO ATTAIN THEIR INTERESTS AND FEEDBACK WHICH HAS GUIDED FUTURE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT. WE HOSTED A WOMEN'S RETREAT FOR OUR FEMALE MEMBERS ALONG WITH THEIR CAREGIVERS TO CONNECT AND ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER. WE OFFERED WHEELCHAIR YOGA, SPIRITUAL/FAITH ENCOURAGEMENT, PAMPERING ITEMS, GIFT BAGS AND A NICE LUNCH.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Reginald Mccutcheon Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $55,000 |
Charles Brown Interim Pres | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Josue Cordova Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tamara Lawter Past Secreta | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lawrence Mullins Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Christine Parrish Past Treasur | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $150,655 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $81,388 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $232,043 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $23,701 |
Investment income | $915 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $7,200 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $263,859 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $15,000 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $9,964 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $55,000 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,757 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $45,240 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $7,512 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $5,189 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $18,991 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,237 |
Interest | $25,774 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $27,798 |
Insurance | $6,568 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $281,587 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $53,446 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $183 |
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 | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $782,134 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $554,870 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $577,147 |
Total assets | $1,967,780 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $30,958 |
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 | $383,543 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $414,501 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $976,132 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $577,147 |
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 | $1,967,780 |