Bonham Stand Down 2010 - September 16, 2010

Dallas Stand Down 2010 - November 4-5, 2010 

Embarcadero Building at Fair Park

What is a Stand Down?

In times of war exhausted combat units, requiring time to rest and recover, were removed from the battlefields to a place of relative security and safety. Homeless Stand Down refers to a grassroots, community-based intervention program designed to help Dallas homeless combat life on the streets. It is a hand up, not a handout philosophy. The event is carried out through the work of hundreds of volunteers and organizations throughout the city. Stand Downs are conducted throughout the nation.

What happens at a Stand Down?

Hundreds of homeless (veterans and non-veterans) are provided with a broad range of necessities including, but is not limited to: medical, legal and mental health assistance, job counseling and referrals, and most importantly, companionship and camaraderie. It is a time for the community to connect with the homeless population and address this crisis that affects each and every town, city and state in this country.

How does the community benefit from this event?

Brings agencies and community together to address the needs of the homeless. Educates and informs the homeless of services available within their community.  This event serves to address a part of the City of Dallas Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness.  It links the homeless person with on-site services.  It encourages a continuum of care model with collaboration among agencies.

Stand Down Flyer

See pictures from the 2008 Stand Down!

Please read the 2008 Thank You Letter from the VA