SkillBridge Program for Service Members Overview: Draper partners with the DoD SkillBridge program to offer full-time internships to active service members transitioning from military to civilian…
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.
Skills4Life Funder: Military Warriors Support Foundation (TX, US) Program Type: Outdoor recreation and skills development for combat-wounded veterans Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: -…
Small Business Assistance Partnerships Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: US $100,000 - US $400,000 Last Updated: August…
Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…
Smart Home Program Funder: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation Geographic Scope: United States (nationwide) Focus Areas: Housing assistance for catastrophically wounded military service…
Society of Sponsors Centennial Scholarship Overview: The Society of Sponsors Centennial Scholarship provides funding to eligible family members of U.S. Navy service members. Eligibility - Children of…
SOLDIERSCHOLAR Organization: SoldierStrong Inc (CT, US) Mission: Educational scholarships for veterans and service members Status: Active program - mentioned on website navigation and promoted as…
South Dakota American Legion Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary Overview South Dakota Community Foundation As a statewide…
Southern Knights Cruisers, Inc. Endowed Scholarship Overview: An endowed scholarship established through a partnership between Richard Bland College and Southern Knights Cruisers, Inc. to support…
SpartanNash Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: SpartanNash Foundation Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The SpartanNash Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on Hunger,…
Special Interest Grants: Veterans Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 02, 2025 Summary The Special Interest Grants for Veterans,…
Spirit of Construction Military Scholarship Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region Focus Areas: - Students with military…
Spirit of Youth Scholarship for Junior Members Funder: American Legion Auxiliary Department of Minnesota Geographic Scope: National Focus Areas: Undergraduate and technical education Eligible…
Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship Overview: Educational support program for service members and veterans to help cover tuition and fees, allowing them to focus on studies without financial stress.…
Spousal Educational Assistance Grant Funder: Special Forces Trust (SFT) Overview: An educational assistance grant for spouses of active-duty Special Forces soldiers to support accredited educational…
Spouses of Military Veterans Tuition Scholarship Overview: State-funded tuition and fee scholarship for spouses of military veterans to pursue higher education. Funding Source: Arizona Board of…
St. Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation 1908 Funds Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Marys Bank Charitable Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The St. Mary's…
Stable Housing and Empowering Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Bank of America Charitable Foundation…
Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program This program aims to reduce Veteran suicide by awarding grants to community-based organizations to directly provide or coordinate the provision of…
Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program Funding Opportunity Description: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing the availability of funds for new and renewing suicide…
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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