American Legion
About This Organization
The American Legion, created in 1919 by Congress, is one of the biggest veteran support groups in the country. It focuses on mental health awareness, veteran benefits, and community support. The organization also helps with career services and scholarships.
Impact It Has Made
- $64.4B in veteran disability benefits delivered (2020–2023)
- 1,000+ veterans placed in trucking jobs via Task Force Movement
- $5M+ in scholarships raised for veterans and their spouses
- $410B+ in GI Bill benefits provided to 25M+ veterans and families
Wounded Warrior Project
Overview of the Wounded Warrior Project
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), started in 2003, began as a way to comfort wounded veterans returning from combat. Today, it provides long-term rehab, job support, and mental health programs to help veterans adjust to life at home.
Diverse Portfolio of Helping Veterans
- 69% of veterans report better mental health
- $175.7M in VA benefits secured in 2023
- 50% of veteran caregivers saw improved emotional well-being
Disabled American Veterans
Overview
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) has served veterans for over 100 years. It helps with medical care, job placement, and benefits. DAV works to ensure all veterans get the help they’ve earned, with dignity and respect.
Accomplished Works
- 1M+ veterans helped each year
- $30.4B in benefits secured in 2024
- 561K+ claims filed
- 174K+ new claims processed; 285K+ counseled
- 2.4M+ advocacy actions taken
- 25K+ service members helped transition to civilian life
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
Mission
TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors), started in 1994, offers grief support to families of fallen service members. Services include 24/7 support lines, counseling, survivor events, and peer support groups.
Impact It Has Made
- 100K+ survivors supported through programs
- 9,611 new families helped in 2023
- 5,763 support cases resolved
- $556K+ in emergency funds given
- $5.7M in retroactive survivor benefits found
- $561M in educational help identified for survivors; 1,016 scholarships connected