Athens Area Stand Down for Homeless or At Risk of Being Homeless

A way for our community

to support the homeless

and those at risk of homelessness

WHAT DO WE HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH?

To provide those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness the resources they need to address their problems and rebuild their lives.

OUR GOAL:

Please Note: Due to COVID-19

supplies will be limited to "new"

general items and one size fits all

apparel only.

There are no donation boxes this year due to COVID-19. Money can be donated through our partner, the Athens Foundation (Click here). Choose "Athens Stand Down Fund" from the drop down menu when donating to ensure it reaches us. We can then by items in bulk.

- Thank you.

NO BUSES ALLOWED
Just a reminder that because of COVID-19, for our safety and for the safety of our participants, buses will NOT be accommodated and will NOT be able to participate in the Athens Stand Down event this year.

We have a very long "wish-list"

of "new" items we would like to

provide our attendees.

These items are considered

high-demand items:

Drop off of the following donated items will be accepted on Sept. 27 & Sept. 28, 2021 at the Athens Area Fairgrounds at the white building over the hill from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 pm. each day.

The following items are requested:

Women's Gloves, Hats/Caps

Men's Gloves and Winter Socks

Hand Warmers

Toiletries - 3 in 1 body wash shampoo/conditioner

Toothpaste

Sunscreen

Wet Wipes

Travel Size Laundry Detergent

First Aid Kits / Items - band-aids, antiseptic cream

Sleeping Supplies:

Blankets

Flashlights (with batteries please)

Sleeping mats

Inflatable Travel Pillows

Athens Area Stand Down is a volunteer driven event. We depend on the donation of time, money and resources to help combat homelessness in Athens County.

Find out how

you can help.

2021 An Open Letter to The Public

2021 Athens Area Stand Down flyer

2021 Vendor/Community Partner flyer

Hours: 10am - 12pm
Veterans Only
Service Verification Required
12pm - 2pm
Open to the Public & Veterans

Thank you to our Supporters!
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Above is a map of event flow. Enter/Exit and parking in the field as shown. Veterans park closest to the track. Non-veterans park furthest from the track. There will be people from OU ROTC to direct you. Check in at the tents. Only Veterans admitted 10am-12pm. Veterans and Public admitted 12pm-2pm.