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Mission: To improve the quality of life for us military veterans and others who have spinal cord dysfunction through the use of education, advocacy, research, sports and recreation.
Target demographics: paralyzed veterans and others with spinal cord injury or dysfunction
Geographic areas served: San Diego, CA
Programs: The association reimbursed member participation in 9 sporting and cultural events, 4 ongoing sporting activities, a freedom festival, and various services benefiting an estimated 300 members with spinal cord injuries during the fiscal year. The association provided food and recreation to an estimated 100 patients in the va hospital sci unit. The association reimbursed the price of tickets to sporting events to an estimated 20 members. The association provided a scholarship to a student child of a member. The association provided grants for ongoing spinal cord research. The association published 6 editions of its beachcomber publication.