Oregon Paralyzed Veterans of America

Mission Statement:

Oregon Paralyzed Veterans of America (OPVA), incorporated in 1976 and Changed the name in 2022 to Paralyzed Veterans of America Tri-State Chapter better represent our territory,(Oregon, Idaho & SW Washington) Tri-State is a chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. PVA Tri-State  serves the needs of its Members – U.S. military veterans with spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D) – and helps them enjoy the highest possible quality of life. PVA Tri-State, Members, Associate Members, Family Members, Volunteers, and allied organizations work to provide leadership and advocacy in:
•      Improving health care and SCI/D research and education
•      Protecting veterans rights and benefits
•      Improving awareness of disability rights
•      Offering sports and health-promotion activities
•      Increasing accessibility and removing architectural barriers in Oregon, Southwest Washington, and Idaho.
A 501(c)(3) charity, Paralyzed Veterans of America Tri-State Chapter relies on grants and donations from members of the public.