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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K2 ADVENTURES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award Overview: The K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award is designed to support past and present military personnel and their families with…

THE KAHLERT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kahlert Foundation Utah Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kahlert Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Kahlert Foundation Utah Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Salt Lake,…

Kansas Board of Regents · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kansas Hero's Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Regents Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The Kansas Hero's Scholarship provides tuition waivers for eligible dependents and…

Kansas Board of Regents · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kansas Military Service Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Regents Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Kansas Military Service Scholarship offers financial assistance for…

Kansas Board of Regents · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kansas National Guard Educational Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Regents Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The Kansas National Guard Educational Assistance program…

THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kei Lin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kei Lin Foundation Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Kei Lin Foundation Grant, established in 2012 by Margaret Tsai, honors her mother, Kei…

Kennecott Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kennecott Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kennecott Charitable Foundation Last Updated: October 31, 2025 Summary The Kennecott Charitable Foundation supports vulnerable populations…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kirsten L. Tool Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Kirsten…

BILLY HURLEY III FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Koa Kai Award - Annapolis Funder: Billy Hurley III Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Annapolis, Maryland Eligibility: - Navy enlisted sailors (E-6 and junior) - Must be stationed in Annapolis, MD -…

BILLY HURLEY III FOUNDATION INC · September 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Koa Kai Award - East Funder: Billy Hurley III Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Mayport, Florida waterfront Eligibility: - Navy enlisted sailors (E-6 and junior) - Must be stationed on a surface ship…

BILLY HURLEY III FOUNDATION INC · October 22, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Koa Kai Award - West Funder: Billy Hurley III Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii waterfront Eligibility: - Navy enlisted sailors (E-6 and junior) - Must be stationed on a surface…

KAPLAN PUBLIC SERVICE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

KPSF Submariner Child Scholarship Overview: KPSF every year provides financial support for college tuition for a child of a US Submariner seeking higher education. Partner Organization: Dolphin…

Kyle Palmieri Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kyle Palmieri Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kyle Palmieri Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Kyle Palmieri Foundation Grant aims to support non-profit organizations…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laine - Casey Laine Armed Services Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Laine - Casey…

LB CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LB Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lb Charitable Foundation Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The LB Charitable Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting…

MILITARY WARRIORS SUPPORT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leadership4Life Funder: Military Warriors Support Foundation (TX, US) Program Type: Personal growth and development mentorship Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Personal growth and…

AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Overview: Need-based scholarship for children of post-9/11 fallen service members or disabled veterans to support higher education. Geographic Scope: National Eligibility: -…

The American Legion · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: - Children of post-9/11 fallen service members - Children of post-9/11 veterans with a 50% or higher VA disability rating Overview:…

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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