Paralyzed Veterans of America Tri-State Chapter, incorporated in 1976, is a chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. PVA 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. Tri-State Chapter, 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, Tri-State Chapter relies on grants and donations from members of the public.