Wounded Warrior Project Named Best Large Nonprofit to Work For

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Apr 10, 2019, 12:15 ET

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) is honored to be named the nation's best large nonprofit to work for in a report by The NonProfit Times. The leading nonprofit management business publication surveys employees at charities of all sizes, then ranks them based on provided responses.

WWP is the number one large nonprofit (250 or more U.S. employees) for the second year in a row and ranked seventh overall this year.

Wounded Warrior Project launched Carry Forward in 2018. The unique 5K allowed communities to come out and support veterans and helped WWP employees see the impact the organization has. More than 5,200 people participated in three cities and virtually.

"We are humbled to be on this notable list again," said WWP CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mike Linnington. "It is a special feeling to know our teammates value the opportunity to serve. This year, we've focused even more heavily on community and collaboration. I'm grateful to work alongside people who so enthusiastically live our mission, to honor and empower wounded warriors."

The NonProfit Times article highlights transparency and consistent communication as key reasons for the success of WWP and other large nonprofits. Recently, WWP connected the entire organization through an interactive livestream forum focused on culture and mission – a first for the veterans charity.

WWP is committed to helping wounded veterans achieve their highest ambition. When they're ready to start their next mission, WWP stands ready to serve.

Learn about how WWP is transforming the way America's injured veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in our communities at https://wwp.news/WWP.

About Wounded Warrior Project
Since 2003, Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) has been meeting the growing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers – helping them achieve their highest ambition. Learn more: http://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org/about-us.

SOURCE Wounded Warrior Project