I just came across this article: http://www.veteranstoday.com/2013/12/08/wounded-warriors-project-a-legal-scam/
It talks about how everything they do is contracted out and the officers each have a salary of 100k - 300k. It also talks about how out of all the funds that are donated only ~10% reach the wounded warriors.
This really bothers me because I know my wife and I have done fundraisers and donated to the WWP. Does this affect how you will donate? or where you will donate? Do you actually research the non-profits that you donate to?
I know I dont, but this will definitely make me start.
As we are coming to find out, wounded Vets are big money. Considering I'm 146% disabled, I'm trying to figure out how to tap into this.
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I just came across this article: http://www.veteranstoday.com/2013/12/08/wounded-warriors-project-a-legal-scam/
It talks about how everything they do is contracted out and the officers each have a salary of 100k - 300k. It also talks about how out of all the funds that are donated only ~10% reach the wounded warriors.
This really bothers me because I know my wife and I have done fundraisers and donated to the WWP. Does this affect how you will donate? or where you will donate? Do you actually research the non-profits that you donate to?
I know I dont, but this will definitely make me start.
As we are coming to find out, wounded Vets are big money. Considering I'm 146% disabled, I'm trying to figure out how to tap into this.
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Thanks for you service and I am sorry you were turned away
I can personally tell you that the money you donated went to a great cause for us Wounded Warriors. I have just recently attended my first event hosted by the Wounded Warrior Project and it was great. With me being in and out of the hospital from my wounds. I am grateful. My profile picture with me wearing my Wounded Warrior Project hat was taking at a basketball game with the Hawks vs Nuggets. They put all of us wounded warriors in our own Box. We also were able to be in the tunnel when the basketball players ran onto the court. I was able to take a picture with a Game OPS ball. They constantly send me emails informing me of events they are hosting. So for anyone to say it's a scam must be unimformed. When I was wounded, I thought no one cared but my family, but people who have donated showed other wise. Plus it's great to know that I'm not the only wounded soldier who is part of the Wounded Warrior Project that is grateful for the donations. Thanks to all who donated.
SSG Robert Burns
SSG Ellington, I can tell you that that box you sat in was very likely also "donated." Meaning that the WWP probably didn't pay for any of it. Arena's and teams FREQUENTLY donate front row seats, box seats, etc to Soldiers whether through many different methods. The cost for the to do it is nearly $0 plus the positive publicity more than pays for the good deed. I've had first hand experience with this when I was a PLT SGT for the 1st WTU.
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I can tell you SSG Burns that even if it was donated, myself and all the other wounded warriors would have never knew or been able to attend without the wounded warrior project. Just cause you experienced it in WTU, I was informed about the event through the wounded warrior project. And for that I am grateful.
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I have been very troubled about the recent discussions about WWP being a scam. I have been giving to WWP even before I joined the military. A family friend of ours was SEAL who gave his life in Afghanistan. He had left in his will for everyone to give to WWP instead of spending money on flowers, etc. We had fundraisers and everything trying to raise money for WWP. I have met many who have been helped by WWP. To say the least this is very confusing, and I am very torn on the information.
Sir, this doesn't surprise me. As I have found out over the last several years, many of these so-called non-profits or charities have very high overheads to where very little actually goes to the "cause". I do not intend to make this into a political thing (some may mistake it as that) but many of these same organizations go against what the country is about. WWP happens to be anti-gun and I cannot possibly support any organization who wishes to limit my freedoms.
LTC Jason Strickland
Andres, thanks for your reply on this intense topic. I appreciate your reasoning. We must all look closely at the nonprofits we support with our hard-earned money.
Sir,
1st and foremost I would suggest taking this with a grain of salt, not saying it is wrong, but also not saying it is correct either, we have all experienced the media only telling half the story or even false ones partially due to politics or other agendas, I would wait until further investigation or details are validated.
I have also been a big supporter of this and many other military related organizations that have been accused of wrong doing only to be vindicated later, the Red Cross has had this happen to them numerous times over the years.
LTC Jason Strickland
James, your on track as well. Working for a nonprofit that directly supports military families is a passion of mine. We're dedicated to ensuring 80% of the donations received go directly to those we serve: military and veteran families!
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SFC Baber,
I respect that and hope that is the case. I have always been a big supporter of the wounded warriors.
If its true that their officers are making upwards of 150k a year do you believe this to be right? I understand that their job is not easy with all the coordination and fundraisers, but it seems that, that money could be used elsewhere. I do not know anything about what it takes to run a non-profit, but that type of salary seems a little high.
LTC Jason Strickland
SPC P K,
We ensure 80% (for 2012 and years past; 85% in 2013) goes to those we serve by diligently monitoring our financial assets. We owe it to those who are donors to ensure they are getting what they expect. Project Sanctuary is surpassing the industry standard. Don't let me tell you about it, read about it from different sources. Here's a write-up from the author who wrote the original article referenced by 2ndLt Blais: http://asknod.wordpress.com/2013/12/29/project-sanctuary-a-colorado-charity/
Here's a real heart warmer charity in Colorado. I read over their 2012 IRS 990 Sanctuary 990 2012 and it's heartwarming to see real numbers that reflect the commitment we expect to see from a true...
Maybe, but they have done some good work in the past and continue to be the most visible advocates for Wounded Warriors.
it does seem that they are leaning more and more this direction. they are going after similar organizations that 'dare' to use silhouetted soldiers in their images.
This is so petty for a charity to do. they've really lost sight of what they're suppose to be about.
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