On September 20, 2024, the American Legion Dexter Allen Post 90 in Statesboro, Georgia, will host Stand Down for Homeless Veterans, which is targeted at reducing the number of veterans who are homeless or about to become homeless. The American Legion is partnering with the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center and local resources to help rehouse homeless veterans.
The American Legion says in 2023, there were 67,495 homeless veterans in the United States. Sadly, 10.6% of all homeless people in the U.S. are veterans. This Stand Down event intends to bring more awareness to the problem while providing resources to help keep veterans housed.
At the event, the Statesboro post will offer a resource fair for veterans experiencing homelessness, as well as provide a meal of hot dogs, chips, and drinks. Event details are below.
Stand Down for Unhoused Veterans
- Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
- Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm
- Address: The American Legion Post 90, 100 Rucker Lane, Statesboro, Ga. 30458
For more information on the event, please contact Sabrina Faircloth at [email protected]. For more information on the post, contact Bobby Godwin, Commander, at [email protected] or 912-681-6262.
About The American Legion
The American Legion is the largest wartime veterans service organization with more than 1.6 million members in roughly 12,000 posts across the nation. Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security and continued devotion to servicemembers and veterans. Learn more at legion.org.
