Operation Dignity

Operation Dignity has been on the frontlines of addressing the homelessness crisis, particularly among veterans, for more than 25 years. Founded in 1993 by formerly homeless veteran Alex McElree, Operation Dignity provides safety-net services to veterans and others experiencing homelessness, including shelter, food, and comprehensive supportive services. We are the largest transitional housing provider for veterans in the county, and the only such provider in the area serving women veterans and veterans with children. In 2021, we placed 83% of the veterans who exited our transitional housing into permanent housing, ending their homelessness.