Our Community in Action
Serving Those Who Served Our Nation
Texas 501(c)(3) Public Charity · EIN 42-3135067 · Housing. Benefits. Support. Hope.
Veteran-Focused Community Intervention
Founded in honor of his U.S. Navy veteran father, whose service inspired a commitment to give back — Service Members Intervention Programs Inc. works to connect veterans with housing, support, and the resources they deserve. We provide housing stabilization, benefits advocacy, case management, employment resources, outreach, and community-based intervention for veterans who need it most.
The Crisis
Every night, tens of thousands of America's veterans sleep without a roof over their heads. These are men and women who served their country — and too many of them are falling through the cracks. SMIP is working to help change that, one veteran at a time.
35,574+
Veterans experiencing homelessness on a single night (2023 HUD Report)
50%
More likely — Veterans are 50% more likely to face homelessness than non-veterans
1.4M+
Veterans at risk of homelessness due to poverty and lack of support networks
Texas
One of the highest rates of veteran homelessness in the nation
Our Story
Service Members Intervention Programs Inc. was founded by Alton J. Jones Jr., inspired by his father — a U.S. Navy veteran whose service gave Alton a firsthand understanding of the challenges veterans can face after returning home. Later in life, Alton made the decision to do something meaningful about it. Drawing on his legal education, graduate-level academic background, and years of entrepreneurial experience, he built SMIP with the goal of providing real, practical support to veterans who need it. This is a genuine commitment to making a difference, one veteran at a time.
"My father served this country with pride. That inspired me to build something that gives back to every veteran who did the same."
— Alton J. Jones Jr., Founder & Director
Emergency, transitional, and stabilization housing support for homeless and at-risk veterans.
VA benefits navigation, enrollment assistance, advocacy, and trusted resource referrals.
Case management, employment readiness, and a clear path toward lasting self-sufficiency.
About Us
Service Members Intervention Programs Inc. is a Texas-based, IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity founded by Alton J. Jones Jr. — a law school graduate, holder of master's and undergraduate degrees, published author of Ruptured Shoulder Unbroken Promise, seasoned entrepreneur, brand creator of premium food products including premium pancake mix and premium syrups, and a 2026 Notable Men of Excellence honoree recognized among the nation's top entrepreneurs. Alton founded SMIP in honor of his father, a U.S. Navy veteran, whose service and post-service journey revealed the gaps in support that too many veterans face. SMIP provides a comprehensive, veteran-centered approach integrating housing stabilization, VA benefits advocacy, case management, employment readiness, and community outreach. We believe every veteran deserves safe housing, earned benefits, and a clear path toward independence — and we are committed to delivering that, for the long term.
501(c)(3)
Recognized
42-3135067
EIN Number
June 2026
Established
21919 Clay Rd.
Administrative Office
2026
Notable Men of Excellence
Our Programs
Veteran-centered services that connect immediate needs with resources promoting independence, dignity, and long-term well-being.
Emergency placement, transitional housing, and stabilization services for veterans in crisis.
Expert guidance through VA enrollment, claims processing, and benefit access.
Individualized planning, goal setting, and ongoing support for veteran self-sufficiency.
Workforce training, resume building, job placement resources, and financial independence coaching.
Grassroots engagement connecting veterans to services, programs, and support networks.
Partnership-driven coordination with agencies, foundations, faith communities, and veteran organizations.
Who We Serve
Leadership
Guiding SMIP's mission with integrity, service, and dedication to our veterans.
Chairman
Alton J. Jones Jr. is the Founder and Director of Service Members Intervention Programs Inc. His father, a U.S. Navy veteran, inspired Alton to create an organization dedicated to supporting veterans with housing, benefits, and community resources. Later in life, Alton brought together his legal education, master's and undergraduate degrees, entrepreneurial background, and crisis-response experience to build SMIP from the ground up. He is a published author of Ruptured Shoulder Unbroken Promise, a seasoned entrepreneur, a brand creator of premium pancake mix and premium syrups, and a 2026 Notable Men of Excellence honoree recognized among the nation's top entrepreneurs. His prior career on the State Farm Insurance National Catastrophe Team — where he and his board colleagues navigated high-stakes, high-pressure crisis situations alongside distressed homeowners and business owners — built the crisis-response experience that now guides SMIP's work.
Secretary
Dr. George (Skip) Givens is an esteemed U.S. Navy veteran whose military service and deep commitment to the veteran community made him a natural and purposeful choice for SMIP's founding board. A longtime colleague of Founder Alton J. Jones Jr., Dr. Givens served alongside him on the State Farm Insurance National Catastrophe Team, where the two worked together to support distressed homeowners and business owners through catastrophic events — experience that directly informs SMIP's mission-driven, crisis-response approach to veteran support. Dr. Givens brings veteran insight, organizational leadership, and a proven record of service to his role as Secretary.
Treasurer
Devin Ashford brings financial discipline, accountability, and real-world crisis experience to his role as SMIP's Treasurer. A trusted colleague of Founder Alton J. Jones Jr. and Dr. George Givens, Devin served with both on the State Farm Insurance National Catastrophe Team — navigating complex, high-stakes situations involving catastrophic events and distressed homeowners and business owners across the nation. That shared foundation of trust, integrity, and crisis management makes Devin a cornerstone of SMIP's financial stewardship and organizational transparency.
Positions Being Filled
More board members coming soon — SMIP is actively expanding its leadership team.
Our Partners
Share360
Melanin & Maple Soul Food and Pancake House LLC.
ColdVault by AJ
America's Best Cowboy Hats
A Jones Enterprises Inc.
Contact Us
21919 Clay Rd.
Katy, Texas 77449
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