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Stand Down Austin's Mission

To provide homeless citizens of Austin, Texas with access to services and resources necessary to reintegrate into the community.

To promote public awareness about homelessness in Austin, Texas

 

HOW CAN I HELP?

MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION

Tax-deductible contributions can be made payable to "Front Steps "
and mailed to:
Stand Down
c/o Front Steps
500 E. 7th Street
Austin,TX 78701

Funds raised will be used to secure goods and direct services for homeless individuals. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated.

ALL DONORS WILL BE LISTED ON THIS WEB SITE.

A Co-Sponsorship of this event is available to organizations, companies and individuals.

· Stand Down Gold $1,000
· Stand Down Silver $500
· Stand Down Bronze $250

PROVIDE DIRECT SERVICES

Homeless individuals are in need of many services such as assistance with procuring housing and employment, haircuts, legal aid, medical care, mental health services, funds for identification cards and birth certificates, spiritual counseling, veterans' benefits assistance, literacy/educational services and veterinary care for pets. Individuals and organizations offering these and other needed services are welcome to participate.

Service Provider Registration Form (Microsoft Word)

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITES

In previous years, Stand Down Volunteers generously contributed time, energy and expertise. Please consider the following volunteer areas:

Item Distribution Form completion assistance
Shower facilitation Set-up
Sanitation/custodial Clean-up
Intake/registration Runners
Hair style assistance Medical assistance
Data entry  

Volunteer Form (Micrsoft Word)

Contact: Paul Terral
Email: paulterral@sbcglobal.net
Fax: (512) 836-4660

DONATE GOODS

Stand Down Austin is in need of items listed below for use and distribution at the event.

Sleeping bags Tennis shoes Hygiene items
Feminine hygiene items Backpacks Work boots
Prescription glasses Blankets First aid items
Reading glasses Camp gear Sewing kits
Jeans New socks/underwear  
     

 

Contact: Mike McIntire at
Email: lewiston7@yahoo.com