WHAT? 
During war, Stand Down means a brief break from the fighting; troops get much needed rest, warm meals, showers, relief of battle fatigue, piece of mind and fellowship.  These the men and women, who wore a uniform in honor and  fought for our freedoms.  ation has been actively working to
WHO?
Over 100 local private, government and faith based organizations come together at each Stand Down to offer a hand UP NOT a hand OUT to Kansas City's veterans.  Success of Stand Downs in this great city, past and present, is a result of this coordinated community effort.

We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the following for their involvement in making a difference:
Leavenworth VA Medical Center
WHEN?
November 18th, 2011
HOW?
100's of community service groups and organizations from the greater Kansas City Metro come together to provide assistance and help rid the barriers that prevent homeless veterans from re-entering society as engaged, productive citizens and live more fulfilling lives.  Assistance is offered with medical, substance abuse, legal issues, taxes, housing & utility assistance, family counseling, spiritual, mentorships, educational and employment opportunities, hair cuts, and much more.  
WHY?
A misconception by the general public; "Our government takes care of our veterans". Granted they should have some liability, it is not true.  We spend billions preparing for war and training, yet nothing prepares our troops for returning home.  While the VA tries their best to help 'some' that served, it does not provide to all, nor does their care treat all delimas caused by military trauma.  Thanks to our Vietnam veterans, private causes, and involved communities, this is changing. 

To many of our homeless veterans, life on the street is a war they are still fighting.  But now, not for our freedoms, for their survival.  The Heart of America Stand Down offers them a break from their battle, by bringing the community together,  in a safe, violence and substance free environment, we provide resources that make a difference.  It is estimated there are over 2400 homeless veterans in the Kansas City metro.  These are men and women who were selected or volunteered to serve their country.
WHERE?
MEMORIAL HALL
600 N 7th Street 
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS  66101


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Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 317
Kansas City VA Medical Center
103rd Supt Cmnd, Des Moines, IA
Topeka VA Medical Center
Wichita VA Medical Center
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
VA's VISN 15 Office
Social Security Administration
16th Judicial Circuit Municipal Court
Internal Revenue Service
Housing and Urban Development
Department of Labor
MO & KS Work Force Development
General Services Administration
US Deptartment of Agriculture
Department of Homeland Security
Scottish Rite Temple
Jackson County Sherrif's Department
Unified Government of Wyandotte County
Federal Executive Board
Missouri Veterans Commission
Kansas State Transition Office
Association of The United States Army
Local VFW Posts & Ladies Auxiliary
Military Officers Assn, Heart of America Chap
Military Order of The Purple Heart
Disabled Veterans National Foundation
Disabled American Veterans
Military Officers Association, Sunflower Chap
Marine Corp League
Lion's Club
Young Marines
AtHome America
Help America Foundation
United Way of Greater Kansas City
The USO
The Vet Center
Goodwill Industries
Salvation Army
Big Brothers & Big Sisters
Kansas City Community Center (KCCC)
Chris Cakes!
Combat Vets
Patriot Guard
Task Force Omega
M&M Golf Carts
Best Buy
Panera Bread
Gail's Harley-Davidson
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Bank of America
Universal Leasing
Liberty Fruit
American Waste
H-D Employee Riders Association
VITA'S Innovative Hospice Care
Gambino's Pizza
Summit Marketing
Lamar's Donuts
McGrath Ice
Waldo's Pizza
Defoe Produce
Cosentino's
Costco
Walmart
Target
Custom Performance Cycles
State Street Investments
Delmonte Fresh Fruit Produce
Pioneer Services
Pioneer Services
UMB
Great River Road Golf Club
Midland Marble and Granite
Park University
Wendy Weimer, D.D.S.
St. Paul's
Unity Temple on The Plaza
St. Andrews
Trinty United Methodist Church
Singles Available for Community Service (SACS)
American Jazz Museum
The Jazz District
Local Unions 31, 249, & 1021
The Negro League Baseball Museum
Heart of America Relocation Council
National Alliance for Mentally Ill (NAMI)
Beta Omega Fraternity
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
Johnson County School of Nursing
Gregg/Klice Community Center
Cross Roads Productions
Moods Swings
Heavy Weather Films
The Whole Person
More information is available via the below brochure, thank you for  your time and interest. 
Humana Health Care
Kendalwood
Arctic Glacier Premium Ice