A list of state contacts is available on the program website.

Stand Down Grants are provided to organizations for the purpose of hosting Stand Down Events. Funds must be used to enhance employment and training opportunities or to promote the self-sufficiency of homeless veterans through paid work. Access to basic hygiene supplies, showers, haircuts, attention to health concerns, and other collaborative services may be provided.

Applications will be accepted from:

• State and local workforce boards
• Veterans service organizations
• Local public agencies
• Nonprofit organizations including community- and faith-based organizations

The maximum amount that can be awarded to support a local Stand Down event is $10,000 per applicant per fiscal year.

If the event is held for one day, the maximum amount that can be awarded is $7,000. An applicant is normally allowed one grant award per fiscal year.

Funds are noncompetitive and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until available funding is exhausted.

Links to application information are available on grants.gov.

All applications for Stand Down grant funding must be submitted to the appropriate State Director for Veterans' Employment and Training. Applications will be accepted no less than 90 days prior to the event.