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Effective January 29, 2019:

Veteran Warriors Exclusive Rights Notice

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1. Protected Intellectual Property

The Veteran Warriors™ name, logo, banner, letterhead, slogans, and all associated graphics are proprietary assets of Veteran Warriors™ and may not be used, copied, or altered without express written permission.

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All materials created and distributed by Veteran Warriors™—including but not limited to website content, social media, documents, outreach materials, reports, casework summaries, official communications, infographics, and written advocacy—are the exclusive intellectual property of Veteran Warriors, Inc. These assets are protected under copyright, common law trademark, service mark, and trade dress laws.

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Any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification—whether in digital or print formats—is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

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These assets have been in continuous use in commerce since at least February 6, 2014.

 

 

2. Protected Names, Phrases, Hashtags and Identifiers

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The following names and identifiers are proprietary to Veteran Warriors™:

  • Veteran Warriors™

  • One Family, One Fight!™

  • #VeteranWarriors

  • #OneFamilyOneFight

  • The name Lauren Price, with or without modifiers such as YN1, USN, U.S. Navy, Ret., veteran, or any combination thereof (regardless of word order or spacing), where associated with the founder of Veteran Warriors™. This includes, but is not limited to, uses related to casework, toxic exposure, burn pits, caregivers, VA-related issues, cancer, female veterans, or memorialization.

  • Logos, taglines, custom graphics, seals, and formatted headers/footers associated with the Veteran Warriors™ identity.

 

Any use or claim of our proprietary assets or derivatives without express written permission as explicitly referenced and required by our policy from our Board of Directors will be interpreted as infringement.

Derivative Protected Names and Phrases (include but are not limited to)

The following are additional proprietary names and identifiers associated with the Veteran Warriors™ brand. This list is non-exhaustive and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

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Names & Programs (Alphabetical):

  • Veteran Warriors Advocacy℠

  • Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation™

  • Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation Incorporated™

  • Veteran Warriors Caregiver™

  • Veteran Warriors Inc.™

  • Veteran Warriors Survivors℠

  • Veteran Warriors Toxic Exposure℠

  • Veteran Warriors Voices of Advocacy℠

  • Veteran Warriors Women℠

  • Women Veteran Warriors℠

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Slogans & Legacy Identifiers (Alphabetical):

  • Lauren Price Legacy™

  • Live Like Lauren™

  • Love Like Lauren™

  • One Family One Fight™

  • YN1 Lauren Price™

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Hashtags (Alphabetical):

  • #LaurenPriceLegacy

  • #LiveLikeLauren

  • #LoveLikeLauren

  • #VeteranWarriorsAdvocacy

  • #VeteranWarriorsCaregiver

  • #VeteranWarriorsCaregivers

  • #VeteranWarriorsCaregiverRuling2022

  • #VeteranWarriorsGoldStarFamily

  • #VeteranWarriorsGoldStarSpouse

  • #VeteranWarriorsKids

  • #VeteranWarriorsLegacyCaregivers

  • #VeteranWarriorsRuling2022

  • #VeteranWarriorsStrong

  • #VeteranWarriorsSurvivor

  • #VeteranWarriorsSurvivingSpouse

  • #VeteranWarriorsVMcDonough2022

  • #VeteranWarriorsVeteranSupport

  • #WomenVeteranWarriors

  • #VeteranWarriorsWomen

  • #YN1LaurenPrice

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These elements have been in continuous use in commerce and are protected under the Lanham Act and U.S. common law.

Any misuse of the Veteran Warriors brand, likeness, or associated marks will be considered a violation of federal protections.

For permissions or inquiries, please contact: info@veteran-warriors.org

   

 

  Update

Effective March 25, 2022:

Following the ruling in Veteran Warriors v. McDonough (2022) by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, Veteran Warriors, Inc. has taken steps to further protect its name and brand publicly.

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3. U.S. Federal Court Recognition

​​In Veteran Warriors, Inc. v. McDonough, 29 F.4th 1320 (Fed. Cir. 2022), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recognized Veteran Warriors™ as a distinct legal entity with associational standing to challenge federal policies and regulations on behalf of veterans, caregivers, families, and survivors. This ruling confirmed the organization’s credible, operational identity and established its legal right to represent affected constituencies in federal litigation.

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The Court affirmed in this precedential decision:

  • The organization has a defined and active membership base that is directly affected by VA policy and regulation;

  • The organization represents individuals directly harmed by VA regulations and policies;

  • The organization’s mission is directly relevant and related to the litigation subject of the legal challenge;

  • Individual members are not required to directly participate to have standing.

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By affirming these criteria, the Court recognized Veteran Warriors™ as a nationally credible, distinct legal and operational identity with authority to engage in litigation on matters of federal concern on behalf of those it serves. The ruling solidified Veteran Warriors’ right to represent its community in court and reinforced the priority, legal distinctiveness, and enforceability of the Veteran Warriors™ brand—even in the absence of federal trademark registration.

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Recognition by Federal and State Agencies

 

In addition to judicial recognition, Veteran Warriors™ is acknowledged by multiple federal and state agencies, including the:

  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

  • Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

  • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

  • U.S. Department of Education

  • State departments of social services and public health

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These acknowledgments reflect Veteran Warriors’ national credibility, nonprofit standing, and policy engagement across multiple levels of government.

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4. Recognition by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs officially recognizes Veteran Warriors™ as a national stakeholder and advocacy, service, and support organization serving veterans, caregivers, families, and survivors of all eras. This acknowledgment confirms our role in federal program consultation, rulemaking, and systemic policy advocacy and supportive services on behalf of veterans, their caregivers, families, and survivors.

 

Our contributions are regularly cited in VA meeting minutes for roundtable discussions, as well as program communications, particularly regarding the VA Caregiver Support Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.

  • Cited in the 2022 PCAFC Legacy Regulation Extension (87 Fed. Reg. 57756)

  • Cited in the 2024 Proposed PCAFC Rule (89 Fed. Reg. 85699)

  • Referenced in official VA correspondence to caregivers regarding the enforceability of court rulings (Appeal letters, Supplemental Claim, and Higher Level Review Decision Letters)

  • Frequently referenced in Board of Veterans' Appeals decisions, such as docket numbers A22024843 and A22025680

  • Veteran Warriors has also been cited in Congressional legal testimony related to Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the U.S. Supreme Court case that overturned the Chevron doctrine. See the Statement of Jonathan M. Gaffney Section Research Manager
    In testimony before the U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (December 18, 2024), Veteran Warriors, Inc. was recognized as precedent-setting in challenging VA regulatory authority—an example of veteran-led litigation that shaped national jurisprudence.

 

This broad recognition further confirms the national status and credibility of Veteran Warriors, Inc. in shaping caregiver law and veterans policy.

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5. Federal Advisory Appointment

Various Veteran Warriors™ representatives, including board members and executive leadership, have been appointed to serve on multiple VA federal advisory committees over the years. This is a direct acknowledgment of our expertise, credibility, and national leadership in veterans’ policy and representation.

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Our team members also regularly serve on congressional, gubernatorial, and research advisory boards and participate in interagency policy forums.

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6. Legal Standing and Enforcement

​Veteran Warriors, Inc. holds exclusive rights to all names, slogans, hashtags, and visual identifiers listed above. These rights are supported by:

  • Continuous use in commerce since at least February 6, 2014

  • Legal recognition by federal courts

  • Recognition by federal and state agencies

  • National public visibility and participation in policymaking

  • Established presence in federal stakeholder engagement

 

The Veteran Warriors™ name, slogans, and related brand elements have been in continuous use through entity formation, public advocacy, and programmatic work. This includes active engagement across digital platforms, social media, national media outlets, formal publications, and national stakeholder interactions.

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No individual, entity, or organization is authorized to use, imitate, or misrepresent any part of the Veteran Warriors™ brand or identity without express written permission from our Board of Directors, as explicitly required by this policy. Unauthorized use will be interpreted as misrepresentation of federal standing and a violation of common law trademark protections.

 

Enforcement Actions

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Veteran Warriors™ will actively pursue legal and administrative remedies in response to misuse, including:

  • DMCA takedown notices and related enforcement

  • Cease-and-desist notices and legal demands

  • Civil litigation

  • Referral to federal enforcement agencies, where appropriate

 

Unauthorized use of our intellectual property will result in legal action

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7. Permissions and Licensing

For permission to use Veteran Warriors™ names, slogans, content, or images (including but not limited to use by media outlets, nonprofits, or educational institutions), please email: info@veteran-warriors.org

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We evaluate requests for news, educational, nonprofit, or coalition-based uses on a case-by-case basis.

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Summary

Veteran Warriors™ is a federally and nationally recognized brand and a legally protected grassroots nonprofit organization serving the veteran, caregiver, family, and survivor community. We assert and enforce exclusive rights to our name, brand, slogans, and all proprietary materials based on our well-established public presence and credibility, continuous use in commerce since at least 2014, and recognition supported by legal precedent and institutional validation.

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These protections are supported by:

  • Federal court precedent

  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recognition

  • National and federal advisory appointments

  • Ongoing leadership roles in policy and advocacy

 

Unauthorized use of our identity, content, or visual assets is strictly prohibited and subject to legal enforcement.

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Final Legal Notice

As previously stated, any misuse or unauthorized use of the Veteran Warriors™ brand, likeness, or associated intellectual property constitutes a violation of federal protections, regardless of official filing or registration status. These rights are enforceable under U.S. common law and federal law.

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As of the date of this notice, no other organization is lawfully using these names, slogans, or marks in the capacity or context established by Veteran Warriors, Inc. Legal standing has been established through actual, continuous use in commerce and public advocacy, and will be actively defended.

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Veteran Warriors™ Logo

The Veteran Warriors™ logo is a composite mark protected under common law trademark, trade dress, and intellectual property law. Veteran Warriors, Inc. exclusively owns it, and unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. 

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This logo is used in commerce to represent our services, programs, and organizational identity. It is protected under:

  • The Lanham Act (15 U.S.C. §§ 1051 et seq.)

  • Federal and State Trademark Laws

  • Trade Dress Protections (15 U.S.C. § 1125(a))

  • Common Law Rights in applicable jurisdictions

Any unauthorized use of the Veteran Warriors™ logo, in part or whole, may constitute trademark infringement, trade dress violation, or unfair competition and may result in legal action.

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Logo Composition and Protected Design Elements

The Veteran Warriors™ logo consists of a composite design featuring the following integrated components:

Three-Dimensional Star Design

The Veteran Warriors™ logo features a distinct five-pointed star that incorporates a stylized representation of the American flag:

  • The upper left segment displays white stars on a blue field

  • The right side and lower left segment include red and white stripes flowing diagonally

 

This star is bordered with a metallic-silver and white beveled edge, producing a three-dimensional layered appearance that enhances visual depth and brand distinctiveness.

  • The beveled, layered design is a non-functional decorative feature that contributes to the logo’s distinctiveness and protectability under trade dress law

  • This dimensional design is consistently visible in all final logo applications and is considered a core aspect of the Veteran Warriors™ brand identity

 

To reinforce proprietary claims:

  • The top right point of the star displays a Trademark (™) symbol

  • The bottom left point displays a Service Mark (℠) symbol

 

These symbols indicate active claim to the logo, name, and slogan—whether federally registered or protected under common law.​

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Legacy Star Design (Monochrome)

The Legacy Star is a five-pointed, monochrome stylized star featuring a black-and-white representation of the American flag. Originally part of Veteran Warriors™’ founding identity, this mark remains in selective use for commemorative and visual branding purposes.

 

Design Characteristics:

  • Left segment: white stars on a black field

  • Right and lower segments: black and white stripes

  • Slight beveling to create a subtle three-dimensional metallic appearance

  • Entire design rendered in monochrome grayscale

 

Common Use & Placement:
The Legacy Star is most commonly featured as a visual separator in the Veteran Warriors™ slogan:

“One Family, ★ One Fight!”

 

This usage—featuring the Legacy Star between the words “Family” and “One Fight!”—has become a recognizable treatment of the organization’s core motto.

 

It also appears in:

  • Commemorative banners and digital graphics

  • The embedded center of the lower dog tag in the primary Veteran Warriors™ logo

 

Legal and Brand Protections:
The Legacy Star (Monochrome) design is protected under:

  • U.S. trade dress and trademark law

  • Common law protections based on longstanding use

  • Copyright law for original design work

 

Any unauthorized use, reproduction, or modification of this star design—particularly in its slogan-integrated form—is a violation of Veteran Warriors™ intellectual property rights and will be pursued accordingly.

 

Dog Tags and Chain Configuration

Two gray metallic military-style dog tags are draped diagonally across the star on a beaded chain:

  • The dog tags are suspended across the star via a detailed beaded chain, placed diagonally for naturalism and depth.

    • ​Both tags are shaded, beveled, and layered to appear metallic and dimensional, reinforcing the 3D visual language of the logo. The curved chain loops behind and over portions of the star, providing visual continuity and dynamic movement.

  • The upper dog tag features a subdued grayscale U.S. flag image next to the slogan:
    “One Family, One Fight!”™

    • This phrase is central to the organization’s mission and protected as both a slogan and source identifier.
      The phrase is noted with a service mark (SM) symbol.

  • The lower tag displayed a faded silhouette of the Veteran Warriors™ star logo behind the prominently displayed name, “Veteran Warriors”, reinforcing brand identity and visual layering.
    The phrase is noted with a service mark (SM) symbol.​

  • The dog tags and chain orientation, the font treatment, and the diagonal layout are exclusive to this mark and contribute to the overall distinctiveness.​

 

These elements form a cohesive visual structure and are legally protected as part of the composite logo under trademark and trade dress law.

These elements reinforce military heritage, national identity, and legal originality, and are integral to the protectability of the composite mark.

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Typography and Layout

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The engraved words “Veteran Warriors” and “One Family, One Fight!” are rendered in a custom-stylized, beveled military-style typeface, designed to simulate authentic engraved dog tags.

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This font:

  • Is not publicly licensed and has been visually altered for exclusive use by the Veteran Warriors™ brand

  • Features angled cuts, beveled depth, metallic shading, and contour lines to create a dimensional, embossed appearance

  • Is carefully aligned to the curvature of each dog tag, enhancing realism and visual unity

  • Is not used in standard communications and appears exclusively in official brand artwork

 

The customized font styling used in the logo is a distinctive visual element of the Veteran Warriors™ brand and is protected under trade dress. This design is not interchangeable with generic fonts and cannot be reproduced without authorization.

 

This stylization is exclusive to Veteran Warriors™, and any use, imitation, or reproduction is prohibited without express authorization. It forms a core element of the logo’s distinctiveness and legal enforceability.

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Font Access and Authorization​

The customized font styling used in the Veteran Warriors™ logo is a proprietary visual element. Access to this font—whether in original or modified form—is restricted and governed by internal brand policy.

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  • Only authorized design personnel or contractors under a written agreement may use or access the font file or its modified version

  • The font is used exclusively for official branding and logo applications

  • Use in general communications, emails, or internal documents is not permitted unless expressly authorized

  • Unauthorized copying, distribution, or use of the font—inside or outside the organization—is prohibited and may result in enforcement action

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Internal use of the font must comply with brand protection policies and requires approval from the Board of Directors or designated officers.

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Proprietary Embedded Features​

The Veteran Warriors™ logo contains non-visible embedded details that serve to verify the authenticity of the mark and protect against counterfeiting or unauthorized reproduction.

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These internal design elements:

  • Are intentionally obscured and only identifiable through specialized review or under certain conditions (i.e., forensic analysis)

  • The [REDACTED FROM PUBLIC VIEW: specific location] incorporates a discreet embedded design. This includes:

    • A unique [REDACTED FROM PUBLIC VIEW: specific marker] mark embedded within the [REDACTED FROM PUBLIC VIEW: specific location] logo serves as a proprietary biometric-based identifier.

    • Occasionally, a proprietary image-based element may be used within the [REDACTED FROM PUBLIC VIEW: specific location] as part of alternate variations, though this is not standard.

  • These hidden details function as anti-counterfeiting mechanisms, used solely for verification and to reinforce the authenticity and origin of the logo.​​

  • They are never authorized for public reproduction, disclosure, or modification.

  • Are legally protected under trade dress, copyright, and privacy laws

  • Not intended for public disclosure and redacted in legal descriptions to preserve security of our brand.

 

Any attempt to replicate, extract, alter, or distribute unauthorized versions of the logo—particularly those that compromise protected embedded features—will be treated as a violation of Veteran Warriors™’ intellectual property rights and pursued through appropriate legal channels.

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Design Flexibility

While the logo components may appear in separated or rearranged formats (e.g., star only, dog tags only), the full composite (shown above) is the primary trademarked identity. Each component, whether used together or alone, remains protected.

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Use Restrictions

Veteran Warriors, Inc. strictly prohibits any unauthorized use of its protected brand elements. The following actions are expressly forbidden without prior written authorization from the Board of Directors:

  • Use, modification, reproduction, or imitation of the Veteran Warriors™ logo, dog tags, font, 3D star, or any composite or individual design elements

  • Use of the logo or associated brand elements in connection with third-party products, services, causes, or messaging

  • Creation or use of similar logos or graphics that may cause confusion, imply association, or dilute the distinctiveness of the Veteran Warriors™ brand

  • Use of the stylized dog tags, three-dimensional star design, font treatment, or embedded proprietary features in any commercial, promotional, or advocacy materials

 

Unauthorized use constitutes a violation of common law trademark rights, trade dress protections, and federal unfair competition laws.

 

Veteran Warriors, Inc. reserves all legal rights and remedies to protect its intellectual property, including but not limited to:

  • Cease-and-desist demands

  • DMCA enforcement

  • Injunctive relief

  • Monetary damages

  • Recovery of attorney’s fees, where applicable.

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Licensing and Authorized Use

Use of the Veteran Warriors™ logo or any related brand elements is permitted only under written license or agreement issued by Veteran Warriors, Inc. All authorized users—including partners, media outlets, and collaborators—must strictly adhere to:

  • Veteran Warriors™ brand guidelines

  • Applicable intellectual property policies

  • Any conditions outlined in the licensing agreement

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Unauthorized deviation from approved usage may result in revocation of licensing rights and legal enforcement actions.

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Reporting Unauthorized Use

To report suspected unauthorized use or imitation of the Veteran Warriors™ logo, dog tags, slogans, or similar or related marks, please contact:

info@veteranwarriors.org

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All reports are reviewed by our legal and compliance team. Misuse will be investigated and enforced under applicable federal and state intellectual property laws.

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Final Legal Notice

As previously noted, any misuse or unauthorized use of the Veteran Warriors™ brand, likeness, or associated intellectual property will be considered a violation of federal protections, regardless of official filing status.

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As of the date of this notice, no other organization is using these names, slogans, or marks in the manner or capacity established by Veteran Warriors, Inc., and Veteran Warriors™ has established standing through actual and continuous use.

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​​All content and intellectual property, including but not limited to that which is displayed or distributed on this website, social media platforms, printed materials, and other mediums, including the website's design, structure, underlying materials, name, and all brand-related elements (such as press releases, informational documents, personal stories, data, graphics, documents, photos, videos, downloadable materials, the Veteran Warriors name, logo, banner, and letterhead) created by or for Veteran Warriors™, are the exclusive property of Veteran Warriors, Inc."​​

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Any reproduction, redistribution, or unauthorized use of this content, trademarks, or trade names,

in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without express written permission from the Veteran Warriors, Inc., Board of Directors.​​​ 

 

Violations of these terms may result in legal action, including claims for trademark and/or copyright infringement.

For permissions or inquiries, please contact: info@veteran-warriors.org

​​​Organizational Details: 

 Veteran Warriors Inc. (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization)

EIN:   83-3442134

Veteran Warriors, Inc. provides education, outreach,  resources, services, and support to Veterans, caregivers, families, and survivors of all eras, without division, by filling the gaps wherever needed.

 

Valid Subsidiary:   *Any valid subsidiaries will be listed below.

Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization)

Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation is wholly operated by Veteran Warriors volunteers and is a valid subsidiary of Veteran Warriors Inc.

EIN:  87-3246026

Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation advocates for Veterans, caregivers, families, and survivors of all eras to ensure equal opportunity and access regardless of age, gender, era, etc.

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***Both entities, Veteran Warriors Inc and Veteran Warriors Advocacy Foundation operate under the DBA Veteran Warriors™.

Advocating for veterans, caregivers, families, and survivors of all eras — without division — by closing the gaps wherever needed. We ensure equal opportunity and access regardless of age, gender, era, or identity. 

Veteran Warriors is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization; all contributions are tax-deductible as permitted by law, under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code.

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