Operation Stand Down Rhode Island

A Hand up. Not a Hand Out.

A Hand up.
Not a Hand Out.

We are an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and Rhode Island’s primary nonprofit resource for homeless and at-risk veterans. Our mission is to strengthen the veteran community by providing crucial wrap-around services.

Our Services

Housing & Rental Assistance

OSDRI owns and operates permanent and transitional housing and assists SSVF-eligible veterans with temporary financial assistance to secure and retain housing in the community.

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Employment & Training

Eliminate barriers by providing veterans and their families the employment and training services they need in order to re-enter the workforce.

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VA Disability Claims Unit

Our VA Disability Claims Unit assists veterans in initial claims and appeals for service-connected disabilities.

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Legal Assistance

Our Legal Assistance for Warriors (LAW) program provides pro-bono representation to eligible Rhode Island veterans.

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Basic Human Needs

Manage a community supported food pantry and Personal Hygiene program for use by in-need veterans stocked with non-perishables.

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Events

OSDRI hosts a variety of events throughout the year to honor and commemorate our brave veterans and to raise money for our mission to serve them. Click the links below to read about and register to attend our exciting upcoming gatherings, celebrations, and ceremonies.

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Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial 2025
A memorial presenting more than 7,000 combat boots adorned with flags and placards. Each boot represents a U.S. service member killed in action post 9-11 in the Global War on Terror.
Fore the Vets
Click here or the flyer above for details and registration.