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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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…

HEROIC HEARTS PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Psychedelic Retreat Program for Veterans Organization: Heroic Hearts Project Inc (NY, US) Website: heroicheartsproject.org Contact: operations@heroicheartsproject.org Overview Heroic Hearts Project…

NEXTGEN CLIMATE AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Public Sector Apprenticeship Program Funder: U.S. Department of Labor Award Amount: $6 million federal grant over four years Geographic Scope: Statewide California Status: Active/Awarded Announcement…

Full tuition coverage or $2,000 partial scholarships
MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART · Rolling / Open Foundation

Purple Heart Foundation's Full-Ride V-School Scholarship Overview: The Purple Heart Foundation offers full-ride and partial scholarships to V-School, an online technology education program. This…

PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

PVA Education Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Paralyzed Veterans of America Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The PVA Education Foundation Grant Program,…

PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

PVA Research Grants & Fellowships Status: ACTIVE Funder: Paralyzed Veterans of America Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Paralyzed Veterans of America Research…

RAIDERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Raiders Foundation Grant The mission of the Raiders Foundation is to uplift the community through support of military members and veterans, health and wellness initiatives and youth…

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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