DAV stands for Disabled American Veterans, which is an organization created in 1920 by World War I veterans for disabled military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The organization helps veterans and their families through various means, including providing free, professional assistance to more than 1 million veterans every year to connect them with healthcare, disability, employment, education, and other resources. DAV provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations, their families, and their survivors at no cost. The organization is a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization and has over 1 million members. DAVs mission is to empower veterans to live high-quality and fulfilled lives. Some of the services provided by DAV include:

• Transportation free of charge for veterans provided by the DAV Transportation Network to ensure that wounded or ill veterans attend their medical appointments at Veterans Administration medical facilities.

• A free copy of the official bimonthly publication DAV Magazine.

• Assistance during major disasters.

• Outreach programs such as the Mobile Service Office.

• Employment program that connects transitioning active duty, Guard and Reserve members, veterans, and their spouses with employers.

• DAV Auxiliary, which is the sister organization of the Disabled American Veterans. Its mission statement is "Making a difference in the lives of disabled veterans and their families".

DAV has earned a 4/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator.