Paralyzed Veterans Of America is located in Crosby, TX. 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 3 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 $752.8k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $657.7k during the year ending 09/2023. 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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THE MISSION OF THE TEXAS CHAPTER PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA IS TO SERVE VETERANS WITH SPINAL CORD INJURY/DISEASE, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, BY PROVIDING PROGRAMS THAT BUILD A BETTER FUTURE FOR THEM SO THEY MAY BE ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY AND LIVE LIFE TO ITS FULLEST.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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MEMBERSHIP ACHIEVEMENTS: PROVIDING HOLIDAY MEALS TO MEMBERS, INPATIENTS, AND SCI STAFF AT VA HOSPITALS, PROVIDE CATERING TO INPATIENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, HOSTING ANNUAL JACK SANDERS MEMBERSHIP BANQUET, ASSIST MEMBERS WITH OBTAINING HAND CONTROLS FOR THEIR VEHICLES TO FACILITATE INDEPENDENCE, PROVIDE EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, FURNISHING HOTEL ROOMS FOR MEMBERS' RELATIVES WHEN THEIR LOVED ONE IS IN THE HOSPITAL MORE THAN 150 MILES AWAY.
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY ACHIEVEMENTS: WORKING WITH ALL DISABLED CITIZENS ON ISSUES THAT AFFECT THEIR INDEPENDENCE, ADDRESSING FEDERAL AND STATE LEGISLATURES TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE DISABLED COMMUNITY. LIAISON ACHIEVEMENTS: WORKING WITH THE VA, PROVIDING RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE SPINAL CORD INJURY UNIT OF HOUSTON VA MEDICAL CENTER AND SAN ANTONIO VA MEDICAL CENTER. PROVIDING TOILETRIES AND OTHER NECESSITIES FOR INPATIENTS. RESEARCH AND EDUCATION ACHIEVEMENTS: ASSISTING VA STAFF WITH CONTINUING ED CLASSES THAT BENEFIT MEMBERS AND HELPING FUND RESEARCH FOR A CURE FOR SPINAL CORD INJURY AND DISEASES.
SPORTS AND RECREATION ACHIEVEMENTS: PROVIDING SEVERAL PROGRAMS (HUNTING, FISHING, BOWLING, HORSEBACK RIDING, AIR GUNS, ARCHERY, BOCCIA, ETC.) TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF PARALYZED VETERANS AND OTHER PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES BY ASSISTING THE EXPANSION OF BOTH THE QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF OPPORTUNITIES IN SPORTS AND RECREATION, SPONSORING OUTINGS THAT WILL BRING MEMBERS AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS TOGETHER IN A FAMILY SETTING, SUPPORTING MEMBER PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL NATIONAL VETERANS WHEELCHAIR GAMES AND WINTER SPORTS CLINIC.
COMMUNICATION ACHIEVEMENTS: MAINTAINING PROGRAMS TO REPORT ACTIVITIES TO MEMBERSHIP, OTHER CHAPTERS, THE NATIONAL OFFICE, AND NATIONAL OFFICERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Amanda Saunders Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $85,471 |
Frank Daebelliehn President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Bradshaw Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Bruce Kuker Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Zachary Jones Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jason Mead Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $28,362 |
Related organizations | $145,471 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $543,866 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $717,699 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $34,430 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
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 | $752,802 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $44,904 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $85,471 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $10,684 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $94,373 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $15,001 |
Payroll taxes | $13,205 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $9,376 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $41,115 |
Office expenses | $38,741 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $33,365 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $217,687 |
Interest | $7,944 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $37,475 |
Insurance | $0 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $657,717 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,219 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $461,389 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $33,686 |
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 | $5,344 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $753,746 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $836,246 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $18,628 |
Total assets | $2,110,258 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $4,137 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $175 |
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 | $108,905 |
Other liabilities | $18,920 |
Total liabilities | $132,137 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,978,121 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
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 | $2,110,258 |