What Move United does

Move United is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1956 as Disabled Sports USA and rebranded to its current name in 2020, while retaining ownership of the original trademark. Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, and operating under a Congressional Charter (36 U.S.C. § 80106), it functions as the national coordinating body for community adaptive sports in the United States. Its core service is delivering adaptive sports, recreation, and education programs for people with disabilities, delivered through a network of 258 member organizations across 45 states and the District of Columbia, reaching more than 125,000 youth, adults, and veterans annually across 70+ adaptive sports. The organization also operates a dedicated Warfighters program that has served more than 21,556 wounded veterans and family members since 1967, and runs national competitive events such as The Hartford Nationals, The Hartford Ski Spectacular, and The Hartford Competition Series: Push What's Possible.

The business is structured as a platform nonprofit with five primary revenue streams: donations and charitable contributions from individuals and foundations, corporate sponsorships (anchored by title partner The Hartford, plus Boeing, Lockton, Veritas Capital, and the Bob Woodruff Foundation/NFL), membership dues from the 258 affiliate organizations, event registration and sanctioning fees, and merchandise sales through an online store. Athletes access services primarily at no or low cost, while member organizations receive insurance, sport protection infrastructure, grants, training, and sanctioned competition pathways as part of their affiliation. Digital touchpoints include the moveunitedsport.org website, the Move United Magazine, the Redefining Disability podcast, on-demand adaptive fitness classes, and active social media accounts on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. The product portfolio extends beyond traditional adaptive sports into newer initiatives such as the USA Wheelchair Football League and the Move United Adaptive Shooting League, with the Vision 2028 strategic plan guiding expansion into healthcare, veteran rehabilitation, youth development, and Paralympic pathways.

Governance is provided by a Board of Directors chaired by Ed Bronsdon, with recent additions including Paralympian Joe Walsh, retired U.S. Air Force Captain Sarah Evans, and healthcare leader Gus LaZear. Day-to-day operations are led by CEO Glenn Merry with Bill Snyder as CFO. The organization holds USOPC Affiliate Organization status, has earned Forbes Accessibility 100/200 recognition in 2025 and 2026, and maintains a Charity Navigator 4-Star rating alongside a BBB Accredited Charity designation and a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, reflecting strong nonprofit accountability positioning.

Name

Move United

Legal name

Move United

Website

https://moveunitedsport.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Move United is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and national leader in community adaptive sports, operating under a Congressional Charter and serving 125,000+ athletes annually through 258 member organizations across 45 states, with programs for youth, adults, and wounded veterans.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Rockville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Move United is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Tax ID: 94-6174016.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Major corporate sponsors including The Hartford, Boeing, Lockton, Veritas Capital, and Bob Woodruff Foundation/NFL provide financial support and in-kind contributions for events and programs.
3. Membership Dues: Member organizations pay dues to be part of the Move United network, receiving access to grants, insurance, resources, and sport protection programs.
4. Event Registration Fees: Revenue from sanctioned competitions, The Hartford Nationals, The Hartford Ski Spectacular, and other events.
5. Merchandise Sales: Online store selling merchandise through the Move United website.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Move United is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides adaptive sports programs and access to adaptive equipment for people with disabilities across the United States. The organization delivers services through a network of 258 member organizations in 45 states, offering 70+ adaptive sports programs that serve over 125,000 youth and adults annually. It also operates national competitions, sports leagues, the Warfighters veterans program, grants, insurance services, and educational resources.

Product overview

Move United is a nonprofit adaptive sports organization structured as a platform organization with multiple branded programs, events, and services. The core offerings include national adaptive sports competitions (The Hartford Nationals, The Hartford Ski Spectacular, The Hartford Competition Series), sports leagues (USA Wheelchair Football League, Move United Adaptive Shooting League), and member support services (Member Organization Grants, Insurance, Sport Protection). The organization publishes Move United Magazine as its primary communication vehicle and runs the Warfighters Program for veterans. Additional programs include the Education Hub, Inclusive Playbook, Youth Grants, Sanctioned Competitions, and Adaptive Sports Awards. With over 258 member organizations in 45 states serving 131,000+ individuals annually across 70 adaptive sports, the portfolio spans events, grants, education, insurance, and recognition programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Move United Warfighters: Program dedicated to supporting wounded warriors and veterans through adaptive sports
• USA Wheelchair Football League
• Move United Adaptive Shooting League
• World Abilitysport

Products and services

• USA Wheelchair Football League A national wheelchair football league providing competitive opportunities for athletes with disabilities, including expansion team interest, player interest, and training resources. Operated by Move United with an annual Veteran All-Star Game as part of NFL Draft Week.
• Move United Adaptive Shooting League A league program for adaptive shooting sports offering competitive opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
• World Abilitysport International adaptive sports organization affiliation providing global competitive opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
• The Hartford Nationals National-level adaptive sports competition event featuring multiple sports disciplines for athletes with disabilities.
• The Hartford Ski Spectacular Major adaptive winter sports event held in Breckenridge, Colorado, featuring Paralympic athletes and wounded veterans with over 800 participants.
• The Hartford Competition Series: Push What's Possible Competition series spanning multiple adaptive sports disciplines with sponsorship from The Hartford.
• Sanctioned Competitions Official sanctioning program for adaptive sports competitions across the United States with benefits for sanctioned event organizers.
• Move United Warfighters Program Program supporting wounded warriors and veterans through adaptive sports, including ambassador programs, resources, and event participation. Has served more than 21,556 warfighters and family members.
• Member Organization Grants Grant program providing financial support to member organizations within the Move United network for adaptive sports programming.
• Youth Grants Financial support program for youth participants with disabilities to engage in adaptive sports activities.
• Insurance Services Insurance products and certificate of insurance services for member organizations in the adaptive sports network.
• Sport Protection Comprehensive protection services for member organizations including policy templates, disciplinary database, training and screening resources, and member requirements.
• Move United Education Hub Educational resources and programming for adaptive sports coaches, instructors, and member organizations.
• Move United Inclusive Playbook Guide and resources for implementing inclusive adaptive sports programs and practices.
• Move United Magazine A national adaptive sports publication covering sports opportunities, athlete stories, and program developments for the adaptive sports community.
• Adaptive Sports Awards Recognition program including Adaptive Sports Hall of Fame, Kirk M. Bauer Service Award, Jan Elix Award (Competition), Dr. Robert Harney Leadership Award, and Jim Winthers Volunteer Award (Recreation).
• 2027 Move United Education Conference Annual conference for education, training, and networking for adaptive sports professionals and volunteers.
• Honoring America's Wounded Warfighters Gala Annual gala event recognizing and honoring wounded veterans through the Move United Warfighters program.

Quantifiable outcome

• 258 member organizations in 45 states serving 125,000+ annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• The HartfordflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle sponsor for major Move United events including The Hartford Ski Spectacular (adaptive winter sports in Breckenridge, CO), The Hartford Nationals (annual national competition), and The Hartford Competition Series: Push What's Possible. The partnership includes equipment donations to athletes.
• BoeingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Move United supporting adaptive sports programs and events.
• LocktoncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Move United, providing support for adaptive sports initiatives.
• Veritas CapitalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Move United supporting adaptive sports programs.
• Bob Woodruff Foundation/NFLcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCombined sponsor supporting veteran adaptive sports programs through Move United.
• USA Wheelchair Football LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMove United operates the USA Wheelchair Football League with expansion team interest and player interest programs, including annual Veteran All-Star Game as part of NFL Draft Week.
• World AbilitysportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational organization for athletes with disabilities; Move United is affiliated for competition and classification purposes.
• USOPC (United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMove United is an official USOPC Affiliate Organization for Paralympic sports development.
• Member Organizations (258 chapters)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor258 local adaptive sports organizations across 45 states affiliated with Move United, delivering programs and serving athletes under the Move United umbrella with access to grants, insurance, and resources.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Challenged Athletes Foundation: National 501(c)(3) providing grants for adaptive sports equipment, training, and competition expenses to athletes with physical challenges. Highly comparable as a nonprofit serving the same athlete base with overlapping funding sources (donations, sponsorships) and a similar mission of access to sport.
• National Ability Center: Park City, Utah-based nonprofit delivering adaptive recreation and sports programming for individuals with disabilities. Direct peer in mission, programming (skiing, cycling, equestrian, etc.), and member-organization-style delivery model.
• Paralyzed Veterans of America: Veteran-focused 501(c)(3) that funds adaptive sports programs (wheelchair games, snowsports, shooting) for paralyzed veterans. Comparable as a major national nonprofit with sponsorship-driven programs and a shared Warfighter/rehabilitation mission.
• Achilles International: Nonprofit enabling people with disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics, including marathon and distance running programs with volunteer guides. Comparable adaptive-sports mission and volunteer-led chapter delivery model.
• National Sports Center for the Disabled: Denver-based nonprofit providing adaptive sports instruction (skiing, rafting, cycling, climbing) to people with disabilities. Comparable mission, programming mix, and 501(c)(3) funding model.

Broad incumbents

• Special Olympics: Global nonprofit providing year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Comparable in scale, federated chapter model, and fundraising/competition structure, though focused on intellectual rather than physical disability.
• USA Paralympics (USOPC): The high-performance arm of the USOPC responsible for elite Paralympic athlete development. Move United is a USOPC affiliate; both organizations share the Paralympic pipeline and overlapping corporate sponsors (e.g., The Hartford, Boeing).
• Team USA (USOPC): Official site of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Team. Parent-level relationship with USOPC, the affiliate of which Move United is a member; relevant for federation-level comparability and shared sponsor ecosystem.

Others

• Disabled Sports USA: The legacy brand name still owned and trademarked by Move United, used for historical continuity. Operationally and legally the same organization, but appears separately in the public domain and warrants mention as a related entity.

Emerging players

• DREAM Adaptive Recreation: Winter Park, Colorado-based nonprofit offering year-round adaptive recreation including skiing, cycling, and watersports. Comparable mission with a smaller regional footprint, representing both peer and potential member-organization overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MoveUnitedSport
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCPjWuMe-kZ1I6iBKBiaC_oQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/MoveUnitedSports
• Instagraminstagram.com/moveunitedsport
• TikToktiktok.com/@move_united_sport
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/move-united

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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