NEWS

Aging in Dignity

For 20 years, Air Force veteran Dawn has called our Presidio community home, finding safety, care, and connection.

Meet Joy Baucom

A two-time Iraq veteran, Joy came to Swords in 2016 for job support. Nearly a decade later, she runs her own security firm, hiring and inspiring fellow veterans.

Meet Reggie, Oakland Resident and Army Veteran

Army veteran Reggie Jackson came to Swords during a difficult time, finding hope in our recovery support group. Today, he’s a leader, mentor, and reminder that community is healing.

Veteran Spotlight: Ivy Dragyn

Stability Works: Meet Juan Rodriguez

Veteran Spotlight: Jonathan Pascual

Meet Matthew Luckey

Pathway to Self-Sufficiency: Jessie Kohgadai

East Bay Outreach Connects with County Jail

Veteran Spotlight: Neal Tessier

Veteran Spotlight: Marc Cinocco

Veteran Spotlight: Dwayne Nicely

Veteran Spotlight: Randy Amposta

Veteran Spotlight: Frank McDonald

Veteran Spotlight: Theodore Roxas

Veteran Spotlight: Joel Peterson

Veteran Spotlight: Luis Lujan

At the Right Place, At the Right Time

From Combat to Community Counselor: How One Veteran Joined the Fight to End Veteran Homelessness

Gabe comes to terms with his struggles after years of military service. He finds purpose in reaching out to other veterans to get them support they need.

Air Force Veteran Helps Others Soar to New Heights

Evonne Williams connects veterans with vital services, leveraging her experience as a woman veteran to overcome challenges and get help.

From Ship to Shore - A Sailor's Journey in Helping Others

Joel Champion serves as a Property Manager and a Navy veteran to build strong relationships and stronger lives for veteran residents.

Vietnam-Era Veteran on New Career Serving Others

Joe Bugental calls his new job a "�Brave New World."� As he embarks on his "�fourth career,"� Joe speaks with us about his trajectory and life currently.

Receiving a Nutritious Meal is One Less Worry for this Homeless Veteran

Air Force veteran finds the services at Swords to Plowshares for housing and food with the help of our community partners.

Back on the Right Beat, Veteran Gives Back through Music

Winston got his life back on track after personal and medical setbacks to find purpose in playing music for the community.

Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Our Community Organizer

Bilal organizes activities for veteran residents like bowling, fishing, karaoke, bingo, meals, and sporting events to get veterans active in the community.

Veteran: A Word That Means a Lot, and More Than You Think

Across the country, veterans make up less than 7% of the general population but 12% of the nation's homeless population. How we define veterans matters though.

Bill Brockett Award Goes to Chris Carlberg for His Service to Swords

Christopher Carlberg received the Bill Brockett Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award for his outstanding service to Swords to Plowshares and veterans.

Desire to Serve Vets is Both Professional and Personal

"From my point of view, this is the greatest crisis facing us as a nation" the neglect of our veteran population is shameful, and something everyone should be engaging on."

Jack McCloskey: Remembering a Veteran Leader

Author Mary Ciofalo's book Redemption Stories: Unwasted Pain recounts the life of Jack McCloskey, a community leader after his service in the Vietnam War.

Tenderloin Tours Bridge Gaps in Community, Tech Industry

"The goal is for people to get a completely different understanding of the Tenderloin, and realize that there are some good things and some bad things."

Observing Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Celebrating Women's History Month

Veterans Justice Reception Honors Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and Pro Bono Partners

Meet Michaela Rhone, Community Case Specialist

During Black History Month, we’re proud to highlight the experiences of our Black and African American community members who demonstrate a commitment to our mission. Get to know Community Case Specialist, Michaela Rhone.

Meet Jerri Lee Young, Clinical Director for Residential Programs

Jobs for Vets Participates in 11th Annual San Francisco Reentry Conference

The Lasting Impact of Legacy Giving: Vietnam Veteran Makes His Case

Meet Reuben Kessler, SSVF Program Coordinator

Meet Stephen Chen, Swords Director of Finance

Celebrating Black History Month 2023

Get to Know Swords Legal Director Mo Siedor

Start a Career with an Innovative Car Manufacturing Company

We have partnered with a leading automotive company for a veteran-only hiring event. This company is hiring Material Handlers and Production Associates for its factory in Fremont.

Veterans Sought for Careers in the Biotech Industry

We are partnering with Genentech and Genomic Health to lead a veterans-only recruitment program for entry level lab technician positions.

Staff Spotlight: Grant Hower

Grant Hower brings his experience from the military and transition to civilian life to serve his fellow veterans. He exemplifies our "vets helping vets" model.

Q & A with Ellen Leslie, Soprano Soloist for the Summer Symphony Concert

Ellen Leslie, accomplished soprano soloist and two-time winner of Metropolitan Opera Council Auditions, is featured at our 2019 Summer Solstice Symphony Concert.

Swords to Plowshares Proud to March with our LGBTQ+ Veterans

Swords to Plowshares represents and serves all veterans regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation,etc. and proud to march in solidarity.

Veteran Champion, Gordon P. Erspamer's Living Memory Fund

Life-long veteran advocate, Gordon "�Gordy"� P. Erspamer, was recently diagnosed with inoperable Glioblastoma, one of the most deadly forms of brain cancer.

Q & A with Jeff LaDeur, Soloist for Summer Solstice Symphony Concert

Jeffrey LaDeur is an accomplished piano soloist and chamber musician who is bringing his talents to our 2018 Summer Solstice Symphony Concert on June 19.

ABA and Swords to Plowshares Celebrate National Pro Bono Week

American Bar Association (ABA) is celebrating National Pro Bono Week and ABA launched the Veterans Legal Service Initiative as part of this year's celebration.

Pro Bono Spotlight: Lenard Weiss of Manatt

Lenard Weiss, a partner at Manatt, has advocated on behalf of 11 veterans since 2013 as a pro bono attorney in Swords' Pro Bono Program.

Army Vet Turned Attorney Helps Clients Navigate the System

Now armed with an BS in Criminal Justice from Arizona State and a law degree from Santa Clara University School of Law, Devin Bissman is an Equal Justice Works Fellow at Swords to Plowshares to serve underrepresented veterans and help them procure benefits and care.

Pro Bono Spotlight: Chessie Thacher of Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP

For summer 2017, we are pleased to spotlight Chessie Thacher for her outstanding service to veterans as a volunteer attorney as part of our Pro Bono Program.

22nd Veterans Day Dinner Recap

Thank you for your generous support of Swords to Plowshares' mission and our 22nd Annual Veterans Day Dinner and Profiles of Courage Awards!

Q&A with Conductor & Philanthropist Paul Schrage

Summer Solstice Summer Concert is on June 19 with Paul Schrage and Symphonia Caritas. Paul is an orchestral conductor, concert pianist, and musical director.

Swords to Plowshares Supports the East Bay Stand Down

East Bay Stand Down serves veterans with needs, based on the practice of removing combat troops from the field and taking care of their basic needs in a safe area.

Aging in Dignity

For 20 years, Air Force veteran Dawn has called our Presidio community home, finding safety, care, and connection.

Meet Joy Baucom

A two-time Iraq veteran, Joy came to Swords in 2016 for job support. Nearly a decade later, she runs her own security firm, hiring and inspiring fellow veterans.

Meet Reggie, Oakland Resident and Army Veteran

Army veteran Reggie Jackson came to Swords during a difficult time, finding hope in our recovery support group. Today, he’s a leader, mentor, and reminder that community is healing.

Veteran Spotlight: Ivy Dragyn

Stability Works: Meet Juan Rodriguez

Veteran Spotlight: Jonathan Pascual

Meet Matthew Luckey

Pathway to Self-Sufficiency: Jessie Kohgadai

East Bay Outreach Connects with County Jail

Veteran Spotlight: Neal Tessier

Veteran Spotlight: Marc Cinocco

Veteran Spotlight: Dwayne Nicely

Veteran Spotlight: Randy Amposta

Veteran Spotlight: Frank McDonald

Veteran Spotlight: Theodore Roxas

Veteran Spotlight: Joel Peterson

Veteran Spotlight: Luis Lujan

At the Right Place, At the Right Time

From Combat to Community Counselor: How One Veteran Joined the Fight to End Veteran Homelessness

Gabe comes to terms with his struggles after years of military service. He finds purpose in reaching out to other veterans to get them support they need.

Air Force Veteran Helps Others Soar to New Heights

Evonne Williams connects veterans with vital services, leveraging her experience as a woman veteran to overcome challenges and get help.

From Ship to Shore - A Sailor's Journey in Helping Others

Joel Champion serves as a Property Manager and a Navy veteran to build strong relationships and stronger lives for veteran residents.

Vietnam-Era Veteran on New Career Serving Others

Joe Bugental calls his new job a "�Brave New World."� As he embarks on his "�fourth career,"� Joe speaks with us about his trajectory and life currently.

Receiving a Nutritious Meal is One Less Worry for this Homeless Veteran

Air Force veteran finds the services at Swords to Plowshares for housing and food with the help of our community partners.

Back on the Right Beat, Veteran Gives Back through Music

Winston got his life back on track after personal and medical setbacks to find purpose in playing music for the community.

Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Our Community Organizer

Bilal organizes activities for veteran residents like bowling, fishing, karaoke, bingo, meals, and sporting events to get veterans active in the community.

Veteran: A Word That Means a Lot, and More Than You Think

Across the country, veterans make up less than 7% of the general population but 12% of the nation's homeless population. How we define veterans matters though.

Bill Brockett Award Goes to Chris Carlberg for His Service to Swords

Christopher Carlberg received the Bill Brockett Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award for his outstanding service to Swords to Plowshares and veterans.

Desire to Serve Vets is Both Professional and Personal

"From my point of view, this is the greatest crisis facing us as a nation" the neglect of our veteran population is shameful, and something everyone should be engaging on."

Jack McCloskey: Remembering a Veteran Leader

Author Mary Ciofalo's book Redemption Stories: Unwasted Pain recounts the life of Jack McCloskey, a community leader after his service in the Vietnam War.

Tenderloin Tours Bridge Gaps in Community, Tech Industry

"The goal is for people to get a completely different understanding of the Tenderloin, and realize that there are some good things and some bad things."