VETERANS RESOURCE FAIR & STAND DOWN
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
MISSION
The Veterans Resource Fair and Stand Down in Durham
will provide an informative, respectful, free and fitting event to all in Durham County who served our nation through any military service at any time in any location
and has need of services, support or assistance.
VISION
Improving outcomes of the Durham County Veterans
through proactive engagement of an underserved community by making connections to the appropriate resources, programs, and opportunities.
AREAS OF FOCUS
Employment and training opportunities
Promotion of self-sufficiency
Housing support
Trauma response
Legal services – Legal Aid
Food security – Also to include free meal at the event
VA Benefits – Connecting with local Veteran Service Officers and learning about benefits available through the Veterans Benefits Administration (information only)
Suicide prevention
Free items that are donated prior to the event
Services for families, caregivers, children of veterans
Participant Service Categories
Benefits
Legal
Housing
Outreach
Employment
Education
Health
Treatment
Supplies
Family Life Center at Greystone Church
2601 Hillsborough Rd
Durham, NC 27705
VENDOR REGISTRATION
If you are a veteran-serving organization or non-profit and would like to be a vendor at the Veteran Resource Fair and Stand Down, please follow this link.
COFFEE & DONUTS PROVIDED BY
LUNCH PROVIDED BY VFW POST 8466 CHUCK WAGON
Footbridge Dental is partnering with the Veterans Resource Fair and Stand Down in Durham to offer a FREE dental triage for military veterans. This includes x-rays and an examination to determine the appropriate treatment plan. Referrals will be made to several clinics for treatment.
Limited appointments are available. Appointments are highly recommended. Please visit the Footbridge Dental Appointment Page.
VOLUNTEER TO HELP
There will be a virtual volunteer informational meeting on August 31, 2023 at 1 PM. Please fill out the registration form below to receive the zoom link.