Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces Its FY2026 Executive Committee Election Results
SOURCE Paralyzed Veterans of America
U.S. Army veteran Robert Thomas re-elected to third term as national president
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation's premier nonprofit of choice for disabled veterans, their families, and caregivers – today announced that U.S. Army veteran and Cleveland native Robert Thomas will remain its national president. Thomas was re-elected to serve a third term of the organization's highest elected office by PVA's Board of Directors during the organization's 79th Annual Convention in Austin, TX. Along with PVA's Executive Committee, Thomas will begin his new term today, July 1.
"It is a true privilege to continue serving as the national president of Paralyzed Veterans of America, and I am especially grateful to work alongside our talented Executive Committee," said Thomas. "I remain deeply committed to advancing the rights, care, and quality of life for veterans living with spinal cord injuries and diseases, like MS and ALS. It is an honor to lead an organization that has done so much for me and thousands of other veterans, and I am more energized than ever to drive meaningful change and build on the progress we've already made."
Joining President Thomas on PVA's Executive Committee for FY2026 are eight veterans who bring a wealth of experience and dedication to their roles:
- U.S. Air Force veteran Tammy Jones, national senior vice president
- U.S. Navy veteran Tom Wheaton, national treasurer
- U.S. Air Force veteran Josue Cordova, national vice president
- U.S. Army veteran Lawrence "Louie" Mullins, national vice president
- U.S. Air Force veteran Marcus Murray, national vice president
- U.S. Army veteran Anne Robinson, national vice president
- U.S. Army veteran Matthew Peeling, national secretary
- U.S. Marine Corps veteran Charles Brown, immediate past president
As part of the election, Matthew Peeling was elected to the Executive Committee as national secretary. Peeling replaced Marcus Murray, who is now serving his first term as national vice president.
To learn more about President Thomas and PVA's executive committee visit PVA.org/Leadership.
About Paralyzed Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the only congressionally chartered Veterans Service Organization dedicated solely for the benefit and representation of veterans with spinal cord injury or diseases. The organization ensures veterans receive the benefits earned through service to our nation; monitors their care in VA spinal cord injury units; and funds research and education in the search for a cure and improved care for individuals with paralysis.
As a life-long partner and advocate for veterans and all people with disabilities, PVA also develops training and career services, works to ensure accessibility in public buildings and spaces, and provides health and rehabilitation opportunities through sports and recreation. With more than 70 offices and 33 chapters, Paralyzed Veterans of America serves veterans, their families, and their caregivers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Learn more at PVA.org.
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