Giving back to our nation's heroes.

The Summer 2025 Chicago Standdown is happening!

It will be at the General Jones Armory on Friday, June 20th.

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Services provided to Veterans at the next event:

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Additionally, we will be helping with SNAP applications, housing applications, and distributing new and used clothing.

Plan your particpation in the next Standdown event

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DETAILS

Date:
Friday, June 20, 2025, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location:
General Jones Armory
5200 S Cottage Grove Ave.
Chicago, IL 60615

All veterans in-need are welcome to receive Chicago Standdown's services.
Veteran status verified on the day of the event at registration. Please bring your photo ID or VA ID if possible.

Want to help us make a difference?

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VOLUNTEER

Sign up to volunteer your time at the next Standdown event.

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COMPANIES/AGENCIES

Offer your services at the next Standdown event.

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DONATE

Make monetary and non-monetary donations to Chicago Standdown.

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FUNDRAISE

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