2025 Annual Report

Meet the Veterans

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Who we serve
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In 2025, Swords to Plowshares supported veterans across the San Francisco Bay Area who were working toward stable access to housing, healthcare, and stronger ties to community and services.

Many came to us after years of instability, and an increasing number were older veterans living with disabilities. Together, these trends underscore the growing need for housing and care that meets people where they are.

2025 Client Profile (Total Served)
40%
were experiencing homelessness

For many veterans, it means living in a car, couch surfing, or lacking a safe place to stay next week.

69%

reported one or more disabling conditions

92%

had incomes classified as low-income under HUD guidelines

A majority of the veterans we serve are seniors.
55%

were were age 55 or older

10%

identified as women

2+

identified as transgender or non-binary

60%
identified as people of color

36% identified as Black or African American.

Who Is Seeking Help Now (New Clients in 2025)