This collaborative event assists people experiencing homelessness or near-homeless, transition to community living by providing access to human service agencies, including: benefits counseling (Social Security and Veterans), employment and training assistance, health care screenings, housing services, legal assistance, behavioral health and substance abuse counseling and treatment. Attendees also have access to personal care providers, such as hair stylists. Roughly 70 agencies provide outreach during this event and it grows each year.

Transportation is provided for those needing a ride to the event.  Lunch is also provided for all participants, volunteers and vendors.

The Five Seasons Stand Down is funded by community and corporate donations.