Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc
To improve the quality of life of U.S. military veterans and all who have experienced spinal cord injury/dysfunction through advocacy for proper health care, promotion of sports, education, and communication.
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc at a glance
In short: Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc gave $1.7M across 12 grants in 2023 (avg $143K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $1,717,580
- Grants made (2023)
- 12
- Average grant
- $143,132
- Median grant
- $100,524
- Total assets
- $1,414,045
- +4.2% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Arizona (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026. Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Who Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Project Cure ($638K across 2 grants). Together the top 9 received $1.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 36 (36%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $620K (2022) to $1.7M (2023, 15 months). In 2023 it made 12 grants totaling $1.7M.
*2023: Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
*2023: Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Cure Tempe, AZ | Aid for Individuals | $525,258 |
| The 3000 Club Phoenix, AZ | Aid for Individuals | $385,010 |
| PMHDC Southwest Medical Aid Tucson, AZ | Aid to Individuals | $219,346 |
| Joni and Friends Phoenix, AZ | Aid to Individuals | $205,225 |
| Joni and Friends Phoenix, AZ | Aid for Individuals | $119,612 |
| Project Cure Tempe, AZ | Aid to Individuals | $112,308 |
| US Vets Phoenix, AZ | Aid for Individuals | $88,740 |
| St Marys Food Bank Phoenix, AZ | Aid for Individuals | $26,961 |
| Arizona Housing Coalition Phoenix, AZ | Aid to Individuals | $12,490 |
| US Vets Phoenix, AZ | Aid to Individuals | $10,420 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023* | $1,414,045 | $3,281,286 | $3,222,330 | $1,717,580 | 12 | $-16,261 |
| 2022 | $1,356,804 | $1,158,050 | $1,278,120 | $620,425 | 8 | $25 |
| 2021 | $1,503,343 | $1,742,890 | $1,326,532 | $631,041 | 5 | $481,893 |
| 2020 | $1,056,805 | $1,257,597 | $1,224,531 | $644,560 | 3 | $75,558 |
| 2019 | $1,017,532 | $1,605,582 | $1,656,847 | $997,824 | 8 | $40 |
*2023: Covers 15 months (fiscal year-end changed).
About Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc
Based on IRS filings
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc is a public charity, based in Phoenix, AZ. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2023. As of 2023, the organization holds $1.4M in total assets. In 2023, it awarded 12 grants totaling $1.7M.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc is led by Christian Beuschlein, President on the 2023 filing; 1 of 11 officers listed in 2023 is compensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Christian Beuschlein
President
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dianne Brunswick
Director
Treasurer → Director, 2022
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Diego Suazo
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Malena
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Tuzzalino
Director
Director → Past President, 2022
Past President → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anthony Murray
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Chitty
Director
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Quinn
Executive Di
Executive Director → Executive Di, 2023
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$80K (2019) → $92K (2023)
Maurice Valeriano
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sue Wudy
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Gardner
Treasurer
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Joe Chitty (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Leslie Cradock (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Gordon Moye (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Gerald Newport (2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Joseph Hamilton (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Leonard Smith (2019–2021) — President
- Former: Nicholas Knapton (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Lavern Dixon (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $92K, to Peter Quinn (Executive Di).
Frequently asked questions about Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc
How much does Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc give each year?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc gave $1.7M across 12 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. The 2023 filing year covers 15 months because its fiscal year-end changed. In 2022 it gave $620K across 8 grants.
What is Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's typical grant size?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's median grant in 2023 was $100,524, and its average grant was $143,132, across 12 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990.
Where does Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc give grants?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc gives mostly in Arizona: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (8 grants) and Tempe, AZ (2 grants).
Does Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's 2023 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Aid to Individuals" (7 grants) and "Aid for Individuals" (5 grants).
Who are Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's largest grantees?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's largest 2023 grantees include Project Cure ($637,566 across 2 grants), The 3000 Club ($385,010) and Joni and Friends ($324,837 across 2 grants), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.3M.
What is Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's EIN?
Arizona Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7174779. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS January 27, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS December 16, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS January 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 3, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS March 29, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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