Grants for Veterans

Last updated August 24, 2026

There are currently 669 active grants for veterans in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Higher Education Scholarship
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Colonel Steven L. dePyssler Mission Support Scholarship Grant
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Purple Heart Foundation's Full-Ride V-School Scholarship
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$2K
Missouri Humanities - Mini Grants
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Up to $5K
Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program
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Varies
West Chester Vietnam Memorial Scholarship Fund
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Bridge The Gap Grant
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Up to $10K
AMVETS Children and Grandchildren Scholarship
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$4K
Disabled Outdoorsmen Scholarship
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Varies
AMVETS + WD-40 Company Veteran Scholarship Program
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$12K
Madison Rotary Foundation: Student Veterans Assistance Fund Grant
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Col Aaron Burgstein Memorial Scholarship
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Leadership4Life (L4L)
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Transportation4GoldStar (T4GS)
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ALA Foundation Veterans Creative Arts Festival
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Varies
Fisher Service Award Grant
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Varies
Helping Heroes
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$10K – $500K
South Dakota American Legion Scholarship Grant
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Varies
No One Left Behind Loan Program - Car Loan
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Up to $8K
Sergeant Felix M. DelGreco, Jr. Scholarship Grant
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$4K
Veterans Appeals Pro Bono Grant Program
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Varies
National Military Family Association Scholarship (administered by Society of Sponsors)
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$2K
AIM Grants (Special Initiative Grants)
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PCF-VA Awards (Veterans Affairs Partnership)
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About grants for veterans

Grants for veterans and veteran-serving organizations address the full spectrum of needs — from business startup funding to housing, education, healthcare, and employment services. Federal agencies like the VA, SBA, and DOL offer major grant programs, while foundations like the Bob Woodruff Foundation and Gary Sinise Foundation provide additional support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can veterans get grants to start a business?

Yes. The SBA offers specific programs for veteran entrepreneurs, including the Boots to Business program. Many states have veteran business grant and loan programs. Foundations like StreetShares, Hivers & Strivers, and the National Veteran Small Business Coalition offer additional funding. Service-disabled veterans often qualify for set-aside contracts and additional grant opportunities.

What grants help veteran-serving nonprofits?

The VA offers grants for adaptive housing, homeless veteran programs (SSVF), and community-based services. The Department of Labor funds veteran employment programs (HVRP). Private foundations including the Robin Hood Foundation, Schultz Family Foundation, and corporate giving programs specifically target veteran-serving organizations.

Are there grants for veteran mental health programs?

Yes. SAMHSA offers grants specifically for veteran and military family mental health services. The VA funds community mental health programs. Foundations like the Headstrong Project, Cohen Veterans Network, and the Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation support veteran mental health initiatives.

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