We're a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans as they navigate the challenges of post-military life so that they can achieve health, housing, wellness, and stability.
War causes wounds and suffering that last beyond the battlefield. Swords to Plowshares' mission is to support veterans as they navigate the challenges of post-military life, and to prevent and end veteran homelessness through wrap-around care and informed advocacy.
All veterans will have access to the care and services they need to achieve health, housing, wellness, and stability.
Our model of care is based on the philosophy that the barriers veterans often encounter - including homelessness and instability - are interrelated and require an integrated network of support.
Fifty years later, the mission continues.
Swords to Plowshares started with a single grant and a small office on Valencia Street. Now over 50 years later with an annual budget of $30+ million, we're still doing the same thing we set out to do - heal the wounds of military service and end veteran homelessness.
At Swords to Plowshares, diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our mission. We embrace these values to foster an environment where every story is respected and all individuals can flourish.
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Our work is constantly evolving and adapting to address the emerging needs of generations of veterans.
units of affordable housing managed
community professionals educated
attorneys trained in VA law annually
hours advocating for veterans' fair share of resources
coalitions led with a focus on solutions
For over 50 years, Swords to Plowshares has been guided by dedicated leaders and trusted as an excellent steward of public and private funds. Thanks to our strong team, diverse funding streams, and generous donors, we continue to serve veterans from all walks of life with the highest level of care and accountability.
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