Grants for Veterans

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 676 active grants for veterans in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

676 grants
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What grants for veterans are open right now?

$10,000 per year (four-year scholarship)
Patriot Military Family Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Patriot Military Family Foundation Scholarship Geographic Scope: North Carolina Focus Areas: Educational support for service members and their families Eligibility: - North Carolina service members…

Over $25,000 total awarded
PATRIOT PROJECT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patriot Project Scholarships Overview: The Patriot Project offers scholarships for veterans and their children pursuing chiropractic education. Geographic Scope: United States (Ohio-based…

PATTERSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patterson Foundation: Assistance Dog Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patterson Dental Foundation Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Patterson Foundation offers…

PROSTATE CANCER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PCF-VA Awards Overview: Partnership awards supporting prostate cancer research with veterans and within the VA healthcare system. Focus Areas: - Clinical trials in veteran populations - Treatment…

Full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees
VMI Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Peay Merit Scholarship Overview: The Peay Merit Scholarship covers the full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees to attend VMI. Geographic Scope: Virginia Military Institute (VMI), Lexington, VA…

Full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees
Vmi Keydet Club · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Peay Merit Scholarship Status: Active (first presented in 2021) Geographic Scope: Virginia Military Institute (VMI), Lexington, VA Award Amount: Covers full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees to…

Full tuition, room, board, and fees
Vmi Alumni Agencies Board Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Peay Merit Scholarship Award Amount: Full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees to attend VMI Recurrence: Annual Geographic Scope: VMI (Virginia Military Institute), Lexington, VA Eligibility: VMI…

Shiawassee Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PFC Shane W. Cantu Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shiawassee Community Foundation Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The PFC Shane W. Cantu Memorial Fund honors the memory of a brave…

US $5,000 - US $125,000
MIDWAY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pillars of Freedom Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: USS Midway Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $125,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary Overview Pillars of Freedom Grants Since 2016, the…

Two annual scholarships for five years
Pasadena Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pipia/Ma Welcome Home Fund Funder: Betty Ma and John Pipia (created through Pasadena Community Foundation) Fund Type: Scholarship fund for returning U.S. military combat veterans Geographic Scope:…

Pacific Northwest CWOA Chapter · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

PNW CWOA COVID-19 Education Grant - Round 2 Funder: Pacific Northwest Chief Warrant Officers Association (PNWCWOA) Date Announced: September 2020 Status: ENDED/CLOSED - Funds exhausted as of November…

Pacific Northwest CWOA Chapter · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

PNWCWOA COVID-19 Education Grant Funder: Pacific Northwest Chief Warrant Officers Association (PNWCWOA) Date Announced: May 2020 Purpose: To complement the CGMA's COVID-19 Education Grant by covering…

SIDNEY POST NO 217 AMERICAN LEGION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Post 217 High School Senior Scholarships Funder: Sidney American Legion Post 217 (OH, US) Program Description: Sidney American Legion Post 217 provides scholarships for high school seniors.…

MILITARY VETERANS IN JOURNALISM INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Poynter Institute Free Online Journalism Courses Funder: Craig Newmark Philanthropies (in partnership with Poynter Institute and MVJ) Total Value: More than $20,000 in free courses Focus Areas: -…

THE PRATT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pratt Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pratt Family Foundation Inc. Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Pratt Family Foundation Grant, established in 1999, supports initiatives in…

Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Professional Pipeline for Advancement Overview: A program designed to match unemployed and underemployed women veterans with small businesses positioned for growth and expansion, providing leadership…

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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