2023 was a busy year for Swords to Plowshares. We are proud to share our Annual Report with you, where we highlight the significant strides made in fulfilling our mission to support veterans. Read here: https://lnkd.in/egtchwy5
Swords to Plowshares
Non-profit Organizations
San Francisco, CA 3,791 followers
Vets Helping Vets since 1974
About us
For over 45 years, Swords to Plowshares has provided direct services for low-income, homeless, and at-risk San Francisco Bay Area veterans regardless of era of service or discharge status. Our Drop-in Center provides outreach and critical care to help homeless, low-income and at-risk veterans. Our Case Managers and intake staff help stabilize veterans with crisis intervention, counseling and case management, in-house and community referrals, assistance securing emergency and permanent housing and a host of other critical needs. We have operated successful stabilization and permanent supportive housing programs for more than two decades and have seven different housing sites. We also offer supportive services that improve outcomes, including Rapid Re-housing services, eviction protections, and money management programs. Veterans work one-on-one with our Employment & Training Program staff to address their individual needs, overcome obstacles to employment, and determine a long-term career plan. We provide job placement assistance and vocational training programs to help veterans translate their skills and train for new careers in high-growth, high-wage careers in the civilian sector. We are one of the few organizations in the country that provide free legal consultation and attorney representation to veterans seeking assistance with the Department of Veterans Affairs benefits and military discharge upgrade cases. Our services are targeted to address the needs of homeless and low-income veterans and are all free of charge. Our Institute for Veteran Policy (IVP) works to strengthen systems of care for veterans and their families. IVP’s policy and community education efforts are unique, reflecting decades of experience in direct community-based care, access to housing, benefits, mental and physical healthcare, and employment services.
- Website
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https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org/annualreport/2023
External link for Swords to Plowshares
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1974
- Specialties
- Veteran Advocacy, Permanent Supportive Housing, Case Management, Disability Compensation and Pension Claims, Veteran Policy, Military Discharge Upgrades, Women Veterans, and Employment and Training
Locations
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Primary
1060 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103, US
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330 Franklin St
Oakland, California 94607, US
Employees at Swords to Plowshares
Updates
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Happy #Pride from Swords to Plowshares! We amplify our commitment to provide services that affirm and support queer, trans, and gender-nonconforming veterans. We will continue to fight for a future where LGBTQ+ vets have equitable access to the benefits they need to live and prosper. #supportvets
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Army veteran Jack appreciates the stability and community provided at Jon W. Paulson Veterans Community (JWPVC) – it is a reason why he has not moved since we opened the housing program in 2000. Read his story here: https://ow.ly/E4yc50S319u #FiftiethFridays #Swords50
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This weekend, we reflect on our commitment to address the wounds of war and remember comrades lost during military service. Please be aware that in observance of Memorial Day, all Swords' sites will be closed Monday, May 27th. #supportvets
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"Working for Swords to Plowshares was a way to redeem my soul." Jack McCloskey helped establish Swords in 1974 and defined our "vets helping vets" model of service. Read his story here: https://lnkd.in/eqgz7_Qc #FiftiethFridays #Swords50
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Starting this month, we will highlight stories representing our 50 years of service. These are stories of community, advocacy, success, resilience, and purpose. Access the full story archive in our 2024 spring newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/ewkguqZH #FiftiethFridays #Swords50
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We appreciate the support we've received from Koret Foundation. Thank you for celebrating our 50th with us, and for helping insure the sustainability of our work. #Swords50
This year, Swords to Plowshares (Swords) celebrates 50 years of serving the Bay Area’s veterans. Swords provides comprehensive support for everything from VA benefits, housing, job retraining, and community. Koret spoke with two Swords ambassadors about the challenges of re-entering civilian life, and the successes of the organization's approach to building trust and developing community. Read our newest grantee story with Swords to Plowshares now. https://wllw.co/ks4JpGV4F
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Swords to Plowshares is proud to observe APIDA Heritage Month! We honor and celebrate the service of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American veterans, as well as the vital work of our APIDA staff. #vetshelpingvets #APIDAHeritageMonth
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NEXT WEEKEND: Swords to Plowshares is a proud co-organizer for the Stand Down in The Town - a one-day event for veterans to access resources and connect with service providers. Spread the word! When: Saturday, May 4th from 9am to 3pm Where: Laney College Gym, 900 Fallon St, Oakland CA We are excited to support Oakland's veterans with this one-of-a-kind opportunity, in partnership with Alameda County Veterans Commission and Laney College. #supportvets #humanservices #homelessness #StandDownInTheTown
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"After years of advocacy, to see such an unjust outcome is incredibly frustrating." Today's long-overdue VA ruling on Character of Discharge regulations still bar many at-risk veterans from receiving benefits they rightfully earned. We will continue to push the VA towards a better future for all veterans. Read our comments below: #CODRegulations #VeteranAffairs #supportvets
National Veterans Legal Services Program, Swords to Plowshares Comments on VA’s Long-Overdue Character of Discharge Final Rule Harvard Law School Latham & Watkins ZwillGen https://lnkd.in/e9g7GJ_v
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