We would like to invite all United States citizens to enjoy the rewards and benefits of becoming a member of the Texas Disabled Veterans Association. Our members pay no annual dues, although if desired, they may make a tax-deductible, charitable donation to TDVA, at any time.
By accepting the Association’s membership, each member agrees to abide by the mission statement and bylaws, working toward the achievement of its purposes and acting in accordance with its precepts.
Any American citizen who has enlisted in or been inducted into or commissioned and accepted for active duty in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard of the United States, or its allies, is eligible for Membership. He or she will have a singular vote in all TDVA polls and elections. Every voting member may vote on any Association matter by way of mail-in ballots or in person, at any Association meeting that he or she may attend, in which his or her vote is requested.
Any disabled American citizen and US citizen may become a member of TDVA upon completion of the TDVA Membership Form. The form will provide them with helpful information on one of the TDVA’s main focuses: the support of Spinal Cord Injury and Disease cures.
* Any individual may become an Associate Member with the majority consent of the Board of Directors. Associate members do not have the right to vote.
All Members (Members and Associate Members)
New Members must provide the following information:
*All TDVA membership information is not shared with anyone or other organizations.
If you wish to mail your application, please click here to download and print the TDVA Membership Form.
Donald Burton, a native of Kansas City, Missouri, was elected President of TDVA at the 2nd Annual Board of Director’s meeting held March 2010.
He served his country with distinction in the US Army in various combat specialties with multiple units to include the 2nd, 7th and 82nd ID and 7th Special Forces before retiring in 1994.
Don has served as a volunteer for over 25 years in varying capacities to include the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) and the Special Forces Association (SFA).
He holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Harrington University and is a Texas Notary Signing Agent and Parliamentarian.
Additionally, Don has been a driving force behind the success of the TDVA today. He is one of the main reasons for the multiple computer setup and configuration software setup/contributions that are in place today at Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) unit at Audie Murphy Veterans Affairs Hospital for those patients in recovery and/or therapy. The patients now have access to the Internet, email communication and “Dragon-speak” software among other things.
Steven Lynn, a native of Tampa, Florida, served as the Secretary of TDVA and was appointed to that position in July 2009. He is now serving as Member-At-Large.
Steve served his country with distinction in the US Air Force having served both in the enlisted corps and later receiving his commission through Officer Training School. He served in South Korea, Italy, Turkey and Germany and various stateside bases from flight to HQs level before retiring in 2007 after nearly 22 years of honorable service.
He is man of deep faith and devoted father of one daughter–Naiya. He is a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), American Legion—New Braunfels, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), the National Rifle Association (NRA) and Community Bible Church—New Braunfels (CBC-NB).
Steve holds an undergraduate degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Professional Aeronautics and two Master’s degrees from Webster University in Management and Human Resource Development. He also returned to school to begin his doctorate degree in counseling.
Dan is a native of West Texas and served with the U.S. Army. He has served for over 25 years as a member, newsletter editor, advocacy director, legislative director and held multiple board of director positions in various veteran and civilian organizations. Dan is a founding member of TDVA and strongly advocates for improving the benefits entitled to all fellow veterans! Dan is a proud father of son Chris who is an Accountant.