Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is an American charity and veterans service organization that operates as a national nonprofit 501(c)(3). It provides a variety of programs, services, and events to support the physical, mental, emotional, and career rehabilitation of post-9/11 military veterans who have incurred physical or mental injuries, illnesses, or wounds coincident to their military service on or after September 11, 2001. The organization also extends eligibility to military family members and caregivers, focusing on fostering successful integration into civilian life. WWP was founded in 2003 in Roanoke, Virginia, by John Melia, who was inspired by his own experience as a wounded Marine Corps veteran. The organization is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Its programs are structured around key pillars: Mental Health & Brain Injury, Physical Health & Wellness, Career & Education, and Independence & Housing. WWP has faced public scrutiny over its executive compensation and spending practices, leading to leadership changes and operational reforms in the mid-2010s. It remains one of the largest veterans charities in the United States by revenue.