Military Orgs

Military Support Organizations

Challenged Athletes Foundation

Established in 1997, the Challenged Athletes Foundation 501(c)(3) recognizes the athletic greatness inherent in all people with physical challenges and supports their athletic endeavors by providing unparalleled sports opportunities that lead to success in sports – and in life. CAF’s Operation Rebound® program provides unparalleled sports opportunities and support to American active military service members and veterans of any branch, and first responders (past and present) who have suffered permanent physical injuries.

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Ride 2 Recovery

Ride 2 Recovery supports Spinning® Recovery Labs and outdoor cycling programs at Military and VA locations around the U.S. to help injured veterans overcome obstacles they face. Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program for two reasons:

  1. Nearly all patients with mental and physical disabilities can participate in cycling.
  2. Participation in the Ride 2 Recovery Program helps speed up the recovery and rehabilitation process:

Ride 2 Recovery provides program events and site locations in addition to designing and building specially adapted bikes to suit injured veterans’ needs.

R2R makes it possible for almost any warrior to participate in the program, including quad amputees.

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World T.E.A.M. Sports

World T.E.A.M. Sports 501(c)(3) uses sporting activities to challenge disabled and able bodied men, women and children to reach accomplishments they never thought possible. Every participant in its events is exceptional. Disabled participants increase self confidence, are a model to other disabled citizens, and inspire the able-bodied.

Visit the World T.E.A.M. Sports website

Wounded Warrior Project

The mission of Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. Wounded Warrior Project is a 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members; to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other; and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs.

Visit the Wounded Warrior Project website