2022
Impact Report
From local grassroots events to a “fire watch” on the U.S. Capitol steps, IAVA’s fierce advocacy resulted in passage of the largest veteran health care legislation ever!
22,000+
clients were served by IAVA’s Quick Reaction Force (QRF)
Advocacy
Since its founding in 2004, IAVA has remained the preeminent organization fighting, and winning, the most important battles in America on behalf of post-9/11 veterans and their families. 2022 was our most impactful year ever.
88
Legislative bills supported
390
Meetings with officials
7
Congressional testimonies
2022 Insights
IAVA Announces Launch of the 988 National Suicide Lifeline
Media 2022 Impact Report September 11, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 15, 2022CONTACT: press@iava.orgNew 9-8-8 Number to Ease Access for Individuals, Veterans, in DistressWashington, DC –…
Key Wins
Burn Pits and Toxic Exposures
The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act became law on August 10th, 2022. This vital legislation will finally deliver much-earned VA health care and benefits for servicemembers and veterans with toxic exposures, such as from burn pits.
Military Sexual Assault
Significant new changes to US military law that improve justice outside the chain of command for victims of military sexual assault and other serious crimes were passed within the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Veteran Homelessness
The Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act, legislation to permanently cut red tape on VA grants provided to organizations assisting homeless veterans and increase flexibility in assisting this vulnerable population, was introduced in the Senate.
Quick Reaction Force
IAVA’s Quick Reaction Force leverages best-in-class research, data, and resources to empower veterans. We believe that national resources are the best path forward for veterans and have partnered with nonprofits who have been vetted to do great work. We use our research to create better lives for veterans nationwide.
5,776
Clients served
$140
Cost per case
24/7
Peer support
Communications
IAVA is the face of the post-9/11 veteran’s movement, and we are more powerful when we speak as one voice.
IAVA is called upon by the media first because our programs and membership are authentic. Nowhere does IAVA move the needle further for veterans nationwide than its ability to engage the public and lead the national discussion.
We appeared in multiple print, digital media, and broadcast news outlets. IAVA leader’s appearances included NPR, CBS, PBS, NBC, the New York Times, MSNBC, Fox News, the Washington Post, and much more.
Our Team
Board of Directors
- Bruce Mosler, Chair
- Karen Brasch, Vice Chair
- David Angelo
- Barry Bloom, Treasurer
- Steve Costalas
- Eli Elefant
- Jane Horten
- Allison Jaslow
- Andrew Mason, Trustee Audit Chair
- Jeff Marshall
- Amy McGrath
- Mary Ellen Pelzer, Secretary
- Gen. (RET) David H. Petraeus
- Paul Rieckhoff, Founder
- Kristen Rouse
- Dr. David Shulkin
- Wayne Smith
- Dan Streetman
- William Tovell, Jr.
Officers and Leaders
- Jeremy Butler, Chief Executive Officer
- Sean Ullman, Chief Operations Officer
- Hannah Sinoway, Chief of Staff
- Tom Porter, EVP, Government Affairs
- Samantha Powell, VP, Revenue Operations
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