Registration for the 2024 Veterans Village of San Diego Stand Down Event is open for Community Partners and Vendors.

Please note:

• Participation is free for all Government Agencies and Agencies with a Memorandum of Understanding with Veterans Village of San Diego.
• A fee of $500 will be charged for those who are not a Government Agency or do not have a Memorandum of Understanding with Veterans Village of San Diego. This fee helps cover the costs associated with the Stand Down event.

2024 Veterans Village of San Diego Stand Down Event Details:

• Event Name: 2024 Veterans Village of San Diego Stand Down
• Date: August 9th, 2024 – August 11th, 2024
• Service Providers/Vendor Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday and Saturday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday
• Location: 2400 Euclid Avenue, National City, CA 91950
• Set-Up: Starts at 10:00 AM on August 8th
• Tear Down: 12:00 PM on August 11th
• VIP Opening Commencement: August 9th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. During this time, all community partners/vendors are asked to pause services and are welcome to attend the opening ceremony.

About Stand Down 2024: The 2024 Stand Down will unite community partners, service providers, nonprofits, and organizations to offer resources and support to homeless veterans, their families, and veterans at risk of homelessness. Since 1988, Veterans Village of San Diego Stand Down has provided critical services such as:

• Housing
• Mental Healthcare
• Legal Assistance
• VA Medical Services
• Substance Abuse Treatment
• Financial Assistance
• Eyecare/Eyeglasses
• Dental Care
• Workforce Development
• Case Management
• Clothing
• Food
• Showers
• And much more!

We deeply appreciate the support from everyone who has participated in Stand Down over the years. Together, we can end veteran homelessness, restore hope, increase self-sufficiency, and save lives. Your help is essential!

What Your Organization Is Provided at the 2024 Stand Down Event:

• A designated space with a 10×10 Pop-up Tent
• 2 Chairs
• 1 Table (6ft x 2.5ft)
• Note: It is highly encouraged to bring your own branded tent and tablecloth.
• For electrical needs, please contact us at StandDown@VVSD.net. A fee will be charged for electrical needs.

Your participation will greatly enhance the impact of the 2024 Stand Down, and we look forward to partnering with you to achieve our goal to end veteran homelessness.

Should you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to reach out to Jaimie Guzman at 619-981-3308 or via email at StandDown@VVSD.net.