November 11 - 12th

The  VETERANS STAND DOWN EVENT is a convenient way to provide needed  resources to Veterans experiencing the housing crisis first hand.
 

We invite you to join us on November 11-12th in TACOMA WA at the USAVET.ORG'S VETERAN RESOURCE CENTER, Located at 12605 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444 to connect with Local Veterans as we gather resources from various  local and national organizations, corporations and local WA State small  businesses organized in one location to provide an immediate impact  prior to the upcoming winter season.
 

If you are unable to attend or donate your time,  we invite all to make a  tax free financial or In-kind  material contribution to the success of  this VETERANS STAND DOWN EVENT.
 

Your time volunteering is always appreciated as well any other types of  financial or in-kind Contributions are always welcomed and recognized as  a blessing,  as well as a tax free donation under section 501(c)(3) of  the Internal Revenue Code .
 

American  Military Families / Action Network is a registered Non profit  organization & a WA State registered charitable organization

 The  Covid protocols for the event will strictly comply with all pandemic   protocols as recommended by the Tacoma Pierce County Regional Health   Department .  Covid protocols set forth by the Governor and  State and local municipalities will be followed. There will be providers  from state approved lab on site  to provide immunizations  and testing  to those wishing to receive them

The Covid protocols for the event will strictly comply with all pandemic  protocols as recommended by the Tacoma Pierce County Regional Health  Department .  Covid protocols set forth by the Governor and State and local municipalities will be followed. There will be providers from state approved lab on site  to provide immunizations  and testing to those wishing to receive them. 

Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA  staff and volunteers provide food, clothing and health screenings to  homeless and at-risk Veterans. In addition, Veterans also receive  referrals for health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use  treatment, mental health counseling and other essential services.

The USAVET 2022 Stand Down is designed to find solutions amid the challenges of the pandemic by continuing to serve veterans experiencing homelessness and those at risk. Event organizers are encouraging all veterans experiencing homelessness, job loss, or those who are at risk of losing their housing to attend The Stand Down. The USAVET 2022 Stand down is organized by American Military Families Action Network to serve homeless and at-risk veterans, their families in Pierce County/ South King County located in Washington State.

Event organizers are encouraging all veterans experiencing  homelessness, job loss, or those who are at risk of losing their housing  to attend The Stand Down.

• Breakfast
• Sack Lunch
• Towels
• Assessment and Referrals
• Benefits
• Blankets/Sleeping bags
• Hair cuts
• Dental exam
• Transitional Housing Referrals
• Clothing

• Hygiene Items
• Permanent Housing Information and Referrals
• Shoes
• Employment Information
• Information and Referrals to Local Homeless Programs and Services
• Homeless Court Services