Helping Homeless Vets

Veterans account for 25% of the homeless population nationally. Causes for this homelessness can be attributed to one, or several, of these factors: Alienation from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, or just bad financial luck. Homelessness can last for a couple of days to multiple decades.

Friends of Homeless Veterans was established to make sure that San Diego's homeless veterans get help when they need it most. We appreciate the sacrifices they have made for their country--for us--during their time of service, and we will not forget them.

Founded informally in 2007 by Martin Brennan, Friends of Homeless Veterans started with a small idea: Put on a small fundraiser in order to give a new pair of socks to each of the 150 homeless veterans at Veterans Village's Winter Shelter in San Diego. "Keep their feet warm."

Since then, the organization has grown in scope and formality. With your help, we will continue to improve the quality of life for the homeless veterans in San Diego. They will not be forgotten.

Mark your Calendars

Monthly Pub Quizzies

The fourth Wednesday of every month, we are having a pub quiz.

Spaghetti Dinner

Our spaghetti dinner is scheduled for August

Thank you for a Successfull Sock Hop

Thank you to all who came out to The Ould Sod last night for the 5th Annual Sock Hop!!!!!

Due to your generosity, we raised $6,800!!!!! (after expenses)

That far exceeded our goal and expectations, and we are humbled by your support.

Also want to thank The Ould Sod, April Ventura and The Magnolias, Sara Petite and the Sugar Daddies, and The Farmers. Thank you also to all who donated a raffle or auction prize.

None of this would be possible without all of you!!! We are looking forward to giving back to our veterans who have fallen on hard times this winter season!

Accepting donations through PayPal

We have been APPROVED!!!

Our Public Charity Status: 501(c)(3).

All contributions are now tax deductible.