Co-presented by:


U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Paralyzed Veterans of America

A man in a wheelchair wearing a helmet is assisted by three individuals as he navigates a slalom course indoors. The setting resembles a sports event, with cones and ramps visible. Spectators are in the background.

Thank you to all of our 2026 volunteers! Stay tuned for more information about the 2027 Games.

 

VOLUNTEERING FOR THE WHEELCHAIR GAMES

NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. Each volunteer assignment will represent a critical task involving anywhere from 3-4 hours. Register for one or more that fits your availability. There are roles and opportunities to match anyone’s interest or experience. Whatever you can contribute, you’ll make a positive impact to the Veterans’ experience.

VOLUNTEER AGE REQUIREMENTS

Children ages 14-17 can volunteer with a signed parental consent form. Children ages 10-13 may volunteer alongside a parent or guardian.

To learn more about the different volunteer roles, etiquette, and expectations, explore the NVWG Volunteer Handbook.

QUESTIONS ABOUT VOLUNTEERING?
Reach out to NVWGVolunteers@va.gov for more information.

A group of people in wheelchairs pose for a photo in an indoor stadium. Two of them, wearing casual clothes, hold hands in the center, while others are around them. A few individuals stand in the background, smiling.
A group of people wearing matching sports jerseys with "PVA" on them, many in wheelchairs, gather indoors at an event. Two people hold signs, one with the Texas state name. Smiles and a service dog are present. The setting is a large hall.
A man sitting in a wheelchair holds a Missouri flag indoors. He wears a purple shirt and beads. Another man in a yellow shirt holds the flagpole and smiles. People in the background appear to be in a convention setting.
A group of people in matching black shirts are participating in an indoor event. Some individuals are using wheelchairs. They are positioned in front of various national and military flags on stage.