Paralyzed Veterans Of America

Organization Overview

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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

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:

Part 3 - Line 4a

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.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Amanda Saunders
Executive Di
$85,471
Frank Daebelliehn
President
$0
David Bradshaw
Vice Preside
$0
Bruce Kuker
Secretary
$0
Zachary Jones
Treasurer
$0
Jason Mead
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
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

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