VA Homeless Programs

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Nov 13-14, 2021

Minority Vets’ 2021 Equity, Inclusion & Justice Summit

VA partner Minority Vets is hosting the 2021 Equity, Inclusion and Justice Summit virtually on November 13 and 14. This free, two-day virtual experience will feature lectures, panels, fireside chats, lightning talks, live performances, and epic prizes. This year, the EIJ Summit will cover topics such as Racial Equity, Housing, Gender, Veteran Hiring, and other important topics. Registrants will also have access to a virtual exhibit hall where they can meet employers and find resources for housing and homelessness, entrepreneurship, mental health, and more!

https://mvasummit21.vfairs.com/

Jun 10, 2021, 3:00 PM (ET)

Reaching Americans Experiencing Homelessness: Economic Impact Payment and IRS Free File

During this 90-minute webinar, participants will learn:

• how to help people experiencing homelessness access their Economic Impact Payments;
• how to become a “trusted IRS partner” to receive rebate checks on behalf of people experiencing homelessness;
• how to navigate the FreeFile program to help clients file a 2020 Tax Return; and
• how to access the most up-to-date information regarding Economic Impact Payments.

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Stand Downs

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.

Below are upcoming Stand Downs. New events are added regularly, so check this page often for updates. To add upcoming Stand Downs not listed below, please submit a notice of proposed event form to the VA Homeless Coordinator or VA Stand Down point of contact (POC) at your local VA Medical Center.

To participate in an upcoming Stand Down, please contact the VA primary POC listed below.

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