

CENTRAL OHIO STAND DOWN - our mission...
"We improve the lives of Veterans by connecting them to social services and professional resources for success in their personal/professional lives."
Our Veterans, Our Community












LOCATION
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Exhibition Hall -First Floor C &D
Women Stand Down -2nd floor Ballroom B230-B235
400 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
PARKING
FREE to Volunteers, Guests, and Providers
Only at:
North Garage: 66 E. Goodale St.
(closest)
*Upon entry, take a ticket to open the gate. Exit gate will be open as you leave
DATE/TIMES
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Doors open to Guests at 8:00 a.m. and remain open until 1:30 p.m.
AVAILABLE SERVICES
At Stand Down, a Veterans only program, many of our guests’ health, housing, and job issues can be helped by one of our 100 plus social service agency representatives. Guests are able to speak to a “real Person” and get much-needed answers toward solving their challenges.
Some of our partners are Veterans Administration, Franklin County Services, Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County (ADAMH), American Red Cross, Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA), Columbus Aids Task Force (CATF), Columbus Coalition for the Homeless, Columbus Legal Aid Society of Columbus, State of Ohio Job and Family Services, plus many more.
If you are a Social Service Provider and would like to donate your services, click HERE.
When you register, you will have the opportunity to describe your service, gift, and logistical needs. If you have questions, email us at CentralOhioStandDown@gmail.com
FREE LUNCH FOR VETERANS
Help us make sure there's food for everyone who wishes to have lunch. VETERAN GUESTS please sign up for a Free Lunch. One lunch per person.
* ONLY Veteran Guestswith ID may walk in & Dine