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.

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GBU Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards Funder: GBU Foundation Inc, Pittsburgh, PA Background: The GBU Foundation, established in 1963, awards grants to nonprofit organizations through its annual…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCI Suicide Prevention Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The GCI Suicide Prevention Grant, offered by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Funding / Competitive Grants Overview: The Community Foundation of Middlesex County provides competitive grants to nonprofit organizations serving Middlesex County. These grants are…

LANGLEY FOR FAMILIES - · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

General Grants Program - Quarterly Cycle Funder: Langley for Families Foundation Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads (Virginia), including but not limited to: - Hampton - Newport News - Williamsburg -…

AIR & SPACE FORCES AID SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Overview: Need-based education grant program providing financial assistance to dependents of Air Force members. Eligibility: - Dependent children of Air Force…

$20,000 available annually (6 recipients awarded $14,500 total in 2013)
CFNV CHARITABLE REAL ESTATE FUND CO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund Organization: Napa Valley Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Napa County, California Focus Areas: - College and university scholarships for military…

$20,000 (total annual distribution)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NAPA VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George and Gwendolyn Goodin Scholarship Fund Organization: Community Foundation of the Napa Valley Geographic Scope: Napa County, California Fund Type: Permanent endowment established from the estate…

GEORGE AND SARAH BUCHANAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

George and Sarah Buchanan Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: George And Sarah Buchanan Foundation Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The George and Sarah Buchanan Foundation provides grants to…

Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Georgia HERO Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The Georgia HERO Scholarship…

GESA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gesa Local Heroes Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gesa Community Foundation Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Gesa Local Heroes Grant empowers organizations that support essential community…

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gilman-McCain Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Gilman-McCain Scholarship,…

AMERICAN GOLD STAR MOTHERS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Giving Grace Grant Status: Application currently open for submissions Overview: Grant program for Gold Star Mothers with confidential application process Geographic Scope: United States Contact…

STEPHEN SILLER TUNNEL TO TOWERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gold Star Family Home Program Funder: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation Geographic Scope: United States (nationwide) Focus Areas: Housing assistance for families of military personnel killed…

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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