Grants for Veterans

Last updated August 16, 2026

There are currently 663 active grants for veterans in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	USS Bowfin Memorial Scholarship	Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Assoc	March 15, 2027	$50K
Foundation	3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest	Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United S	March 31, 2027	$6K
Foundation	Military Scholarships	Folds of Honor American Interiors	March 31, 2027	$100 – $5K
Foundation	Military Scholarships	Patriot Shootout - Indiana Inc	March 31, 2027	$100 – $5K
Foundation	Past National Presidents Members' Grandchild/Great Grandchild Scholarships	Navy Wives Clubs of America Inc	March 31, 2027	Varies
Foundation	Military Scholarships	Folds of Honor California Chapter	March 31, 2027	$100 – $5K
Foundation	Children's Fund Scholarship	Folds of Honor Foundation	March 31, 2027	$100 – $5K
Foundation	Military Scholarships	Folds of Honor Foundation	March 31, 2027	$100 – $5K
Foundation	Ohio Department of AMVETS Service Foundation Scholarship	Ohio Department of Amvets Service	April 1, 2027	$1K
Foundation	Marines' Memorial Employee Scholarship Program	Marines' Memorial Foundation	April 11, 2027	$1K
Foundation	Veterans & Families Scholarship	Louis Hernandez Jrs Foundation for A	May 31, 2027	Varies
Foundation	Dr. Emma Lerew Scholarship	Louis Hernandez Jrs Foundation for A	May 31, 2027	Varies
Foundation	STEAM Scholarship	Louis Hernandez Jrs Foundation for A	May 31, 2027	Varies
Foundation	CSX Charitable Investments- Community Service Grants	CSX Foundation Inc	Rolling	$1K – $5K
Foundation	Andrew J. Shields Memorial Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation for SW Washington	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Daniel J. Shea Memorial Scholarship	Norwalk Community College Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	MVJ Scholarship for Bitchin' Writers Course	Military Veterans in Journalism Inc	Rolling	$200 – $900
Foundation	Navy Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Respite Care	Child Care Aware of America	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Union Plus Scholarships	International Brotherhood of Teamsters	Rolling	$500 – $4K
Foundation	Central Minnesota Arts Board- Arts Access Grant	Central Minnesota Arts Board	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	NBCC Foundation Military Scholarship	Adams State University Foundation Inc	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Summer Field School	Appalachian Sustainable Development	Rolling	$10 – $50
Foundation	Children of Enlisted Member Scholarship - Returning Scholar Application Grant	Coast Guard Foundation Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	WMU Office of Military and Veterans Affairs: Veterans and Dependents Scholarship Grant	Western Michigan University	Rolling	$500

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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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