Wounded warriors

[Pioneer461]

It has recentlyl been learned that the group, "Wounded Warrior Project," is not friendly with guns, or any entity that is in any way associated with guns or other "weapons" such as knives. There are many other charitable groups if you wish to donate toward wounded military vets.

My source: Gun Talk Radio podcast. Listen for yourself.
guntalk's Podcast Interview
guntalk's Podcast Followup

 

[safearm]

I'm surprised at this as Colt produces special runs of their 1911s with proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project.

 

[Duke426]

I listened to the interview with the CEO of Wounded Warrior and he stated clearly enough for me that they are NOT anti-gun. They sponsor firearm related activities (benefit shoots and hunting trips) for the wounded vets. He simply said they aren't using advertising money to co-brand with firearms companies, etc. That isn't anti-gun.

As for the host, Tom Gresham seems like a real putz to me. I won't waste my time listening to him ever again. He couldn't get it through his thick skull when the CEO told him over and over that the email exchange with the PR person from Wounded Warriors did not reflect their policy and was erroneous. He said he takes responsibility for it but Gresham just couldn't accept that. He's as annoying as the moron interviewers on TV from the main stream media.

 

[therevjay]

I don't know or care what their CEO said. (or now says) Their website states "we do not accept donations from weapon mfg.'s" Seems pretty clear to me.

There are a myriad of veterans groups who do just as well at supporting the wounded. American Legion, VFW, DAV,USO, etc.

 

[sipowicz]

Who knows what nutjob in the charity came up with that...it's still a worthy cause and I would not deny the warriors money based on some assininy on the board of directors.

 

[Catshooter]

There's plenty of other warrior charities to give money to.

Wounded Warriors funnels eighteen cents out of every dollar you give to the actual vet. Their CEO makes upwards of $400,000 a year.

It's a Zumbo moment . . .


Cat

 

[moosedog]

"Wounded Warriors funnels eighteen cents out of every dollar you give to the actual vet. Their CEO makes upwards of $400,000 a year."

If that's a fact, and I have no reason to doubt you, that is a crying shame.

 

[sipowicz]

Does Bill O'Reilly know this?

 

[fat tom]

Wounded Warriors funnels eighteen cents out of every dollar you give to the actual vet.

Cat

Based on WWP's fiscal year 2011 audited financial statements ending September 30, 2011, 82.8 percent of total expenditures went to provide services and programs for Wounded Warriors and their families. For your information, we've provided quick links to our Donor Bill of Rights and FAQs.

f.t.

 

[Old 44 Guy]

I don't know about you guys but I sent the last Wounded Warriors pamphlet back. I asked to be removed from their mailing list. Am. Legion, VFW, etc. will be getting my donations from now on.

 

[phulklip]

Their 1099 appears to be in order, I'll still donate.

 

[carpriver]

I visited their web site and looked over the information in their financial statements. 82% is a pretty good rate of return for the vet. Wounded Warrior is a helping organization wanting to get the vet back to work or get an education or needed housing or housing upgrades, improving the vets life after experiencing combat. I support it when I can.

 

[chief63]

Much ado about nothing. Wounded Warriors is a worthy charity. 82% is actually pretty good. 90% would be better but some I donate like ASPCA are in the just above 70%.

 

[Foodfuzz]

I signed up for their "Advanced Guard" program of donations. They sent me a Wounded Warrior Project blanket. I noted on the attached tag it was made in China. That seems kind of ironic. I wonder who made that contract decision?

 

[CelticSire]

Wounded Warrior Project is not anti-gun. They refuse to accept donations from weapons manufacturers that come with strings attached such as endorsements. WWP does not want firearms manufacturers making money off wounded Veterans. If you want to call that anti-gun, well, you need an education in what "honorable" is. I am a Wounded Warrior Program Alumni, and I have seen first hand what WWP does for veterans. They will get a donation from me every year that I have a paycheck. I'm not knocking any other Veteran charity or non-profit. Donate your money to whoever you want. But I didn't see any of those other charities at Landstuhl.

 

[Art Doc]

They claim 82% expenditure rate, but I doubt that claim. Their source was their own accounting rather than independent source. I saw a web site listing charity performance and they had WW at 57%. Someone told me his research showed 49% for WW.

The owner of Gunbroker said he contacted them about doing some fund raising and they slammed the door in his face saying they don't deal with guns, gun makers, or gun sellers.

I am deeply suspicious of their figures and claims. I believe the group is anti-gun. I donate elsewhere.

 

[Old TexMex]

They claim 82% expenditure rate, but I doubt that claim. Their source was their own accounting rather than independent source. I saw a web site listing charity performance and they had WW at 57%. Someone told me his research showed 49% for WW.

The owner of Gunbroker said he contacted them about doing some fund raising and they slammed the door in his face saying they don't deal with guns, gun makers, or gun sellers.

I am deeply suspicious of their figures and claims. I believe the group is anti-gun. I donate elsewhere.

SP:
Interesting. Where on the internet did you see that? Was your friend who said that able to support w/ evidence?
I'm not trying to start a beef, I'm dead set interested. I've never donated to Wounded Warriors, as I have supported Soldiers Angels since its early days.
Knowledge is power.

Edit: i did see this, and it's not an anti 2A blog or a progressivist media outlet:
http://www.theblaze.com/contributio...cutives-instead-of-helping-veterans-is-false/

But I'm just looking for truth.

 

[ClayCow]

I will never support the wounded warriors foundation, it is a terrible organization to support. Those guys suck up most of the money for themselves.

 

[Old TexMex]

Wounded Warrior Project is not anti-gun. They refuse to accept donations from weapons manufacturers that come with strings attached such as endorsements. WWP does not want firearms manufacturers making money off wounded Veterans. If you want to call that anti-gun, well, you need an education in what "honorable" is. I am a Wounded Warrior Program Alumni, and I have seen first hand what WWP does for veterans. They will get a donation from me every year that I have a paycheck. I'm not knocking any other Veteran charity or non-profit. Donate your money to whoever you want. But I didn't see any of those other charities at Landstuhl.

Thank you, Sir. For serving. Soldiers Angels was there, in our small way.

 

[Geno44]

Based on WWP's fiscal year 2011 audited financial statements ending September 30, 2011, 82.8 percent of total expenditures went to provide services and programs for Wounded Warriors and their families. For your information, we've provided quick links to our Donor Bill of Rights and FAQs.

f.t.

I don't have the best reading and math skills but doesn't this say "82.8% of total expenditures". That isn't the same thing as 82.8% of total donations we receive the way it is stated. It is saying that, of the money they spend, 82.8% goes to the wounded.