Market Research Report: Wounded Warrior Project (WWP)

Company Overview

Name and Mission of the Company

Name: Wounded Warrior Project (WWP)

Mission: To honor and empower wounded warriors.

Founding Details

Founded: 2003

Founded By: Initial efforts were grassroots by unnamed individuals focused on providing comfort items to servicemembers wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Key People in the Company

Walter E. Piatt: Chief Executive Officer

Chris Toner: Chief of Staff

Jennifer Silva: Chief Program Officer

Vilma Consuegra: Chief Marketing and Communications Officer

Chris Needles: Chief Development Officer

Craig Carroll: Chief Financial Officer

Chris Stuart: Chief Information Officer

Headquarters

Location: 4899 Belfort Road Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Employees and Other Metrics

Number of Employees: No information is available

Revenue: No information is available

Reputation

Known For: Providing comprehensive support programs for post-9/11 veterans, including mental health and wellness, career counseling, and rehabilitative services.

Products and Programs

List of Programs Offered

Mental Health & Wellness: Workshops, interactive programs, and professional services for resilience and coping skills.

Physical Health & Wellness: Sports, movement, wellness challenges, and skill-building activities.

Financial Wellness: Career support, managing finances, and accessing military benefits.

Independence Program: Long-term support for life-altering injuries such as brain or spinal cord injuries.

WWP Resource Center: A centralized help center for navigating WWP services and connecting with resources.

High-Level Description and Key Features

Warrior Care Network®: Offers mental health care and collaborates with leading medical centers.

Veteran Programs & Support: Offers a variety of personalized services to meet the unique needs and goals of veterans.

Recent Developments

Organizational Updates

Board Elections: New board members include Dr. Keita Franklin, Gen. (Ret.) John F. Campbell, and Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Scott Howell.

New Initiatives and Partnerships

Community Partnerships: Announced a new round for 2024-2025 involving 43 military and veterans service organizations to broaden service impact.

Mental Health Focus: Continues to stress the importance of mental wellness and has formed new partnerships to address the growing needs.

Events and Advocacy

Veterans Day 2024: Initiatives to forge connections for families and veterans.

Major Richard Star Act Campaign: Advocacy for passing legislation to aid medically retired veterans.

Awards and Recognition

International Award: Received the Sarah Haley Memorial Award for Clinical Excellence by the Warrior Care Network.

HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award: Recognition by the U.S. Department of Labor for commitment to veteran employment.

Challenges and Strategic Steps

Suicide Prevention Initiatives: Ongoing strategies to enhance rural access to care and support for female veterans and suicidal crisis prevention.

Economic Advocacy: Pushing for legislative changes to ensure retirement benefits for injured veterans.

Conclusion

The Wounded Warrior Project remains a pivotal organization in supporting the well-being and empowerment of post-9/11 veterans and their families through comprehensive programs, impactful partnerships, and extensive advocacy efforts. While specific financial metrics are not provided, the organization's transparency in operations and annual reports, as well as its broad scope of services, underscores its commitment to transforming the lives of service members.

(Note: All information is based on the provided data. Missing data has been marked as unavailable.)