This event is designed to provide comprehensive support for our At Risk Veterans, offering a range of services to address their immediate needs:

· Medical Screenings: Qualified healthcare professionals will conduct health assessments/necessary medical care.

·    Dental Services: FreeD.O.M. Clinic USA will offer care to qualified Veterans (advanced appointments required).

·  Haircuts: Free haircuts will be available, helping At Risk Veterans feel refreshed and dignified.

·  Showers: At Risk Veterans will be afforded the opportunity to enjoy a shower and change of clothing.

·  Clothing: Surplus gear, t-shirts, underwear and socks will be provided at no cost to At Risk Veterans.

·  Additional Support: Various resources and assistance programs will be available to help At Risk Veterans navigate their way toward stability and self-sufficiency.

·  Vendors Needed: Businesses/non-profits with resources that help Veterans can set up a canopy for free in the Arena!

How to Participate: To ensure that services are provided to those who have honorably served our Nation and are in need of support, Veterans attending the event are required to provide proof of their Veteran status (DD214/VA Card/etc). If you are a Veteran or you know of a Veteran who needs help with getting military records, please call Marion County Veterans Services at 352-671-8422. They are located at 2730 East Silver Springs Boulevard, Suite #200, Ocala, Florida 34470.

How to Sponsor/Volunteer/Donate: If you are interested in being a Sponsor or Volunteer at this event, please scan the QR code and/or see "Event Point of Contact" below. We are also grateful for donations! By providing essential services and support, we can help At Risk Veterans take the first steps toward rebuilding their lives. If you know of a Veteran in need, or if you are in a position to sponsor, volunteer or donate, your help can make a significant difference in restoring Veteran lives & families.

Why This Event Matters: The 2025 Veteran Stand Down is more than just a day's event—it’s a lifeline for At-Risk Veterans who are struggling with homelessness, finances, family, service connected issues or something else. It’s a day dedicated to giving back to those who wrote a blank check to the United States of America, saying "Cash it- and send me where ever you need me." They have freely given so much- physically, emotionally, psychologically- and now, they need our help.

Event Point of Contact: For more info OR to help at this event, please contact Todd Belknap, President of Veterans Helping Veterans USA, at [email protected] or 352-433-2320 x 120. With your help, we look forward to providing hundreds of At Risk Veterans with much needed resources and support. Doing so will help them regain/retain their independence and restore their dignity, which is a win-win for our Veterans in need and our Community at large. Come join the Veteran Stand Down!