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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BOB WOODRUFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Gridiron Veterans Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bob Woodruff Foundation Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Gridiron Veterans Scholarship, provided by the Bob Woodruff…

HEROIC HEARTS PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Hope Project - Spouse & Family Support Program Organization: Heroic Hearts Project Inc (NY, US) Website: heroicheartsproject.org Contact: families@heroicheartsproject.org Overview The Hope…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

The John A. Kilpatrick Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The John A. Kilpatrick Memorial Scholarship,…

THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kansas City Royals Foundation Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royals Charities Inc. Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Kansas City Royals Foundation Grants Program has distributed…

RANCHO SANTA FE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Patriots Connection Also known as: Supporting Our Heroes (The Patriots Connection) Focus Area: Support for military veterans, active duty military, and their families in San Diego Funding…

Housing Assistance Council and Home Depot · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to support organizations that meet or help meet the affordable housing needs of veterans in rural areas. Organizations must serve veterans at or below 80 percent of…

THE RED SOX FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Red Sox Foundation: Programmatic Requests Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Red Sox Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Red Sox Foundation…

Reynolds and Reynolds Company Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Company History Reynolds began in 1866 as a forms printing company in Dayton, Ohio. Our relationship with the automotive industry was born in 1927, when we created standardized accounting…

THE SCOTT HUDGENS FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Scott Hudgens Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Scott Hudgens Family Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Scott Hudgens Family Foundation Grant, established in…

PAT TILLMAN FOUNDATION · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Tillman Scholars Program Overview: The Pat Tillman Foundation's flagship scholarship program supporting the nation's active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses through academic…

TOWERCARES FOUNDATION INC · April 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

TowerCares Foundation Grant Program Geographic Scope: Baltimore/Washington corridor Mission Focus: Supporting nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to: - Supporting children in need -…

Up to $5,000 per scholarship (up to 40 scholarships available)
TOWERCARES FOUNDATION INC · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

TowerCares Foundation Scholarship Program Overview: Annual college scholarship program for STEM and Foreign Language Linguistics majors. TowerCares invests in the next generation of STEM leaders…

AMVETS LADIES NATIONAL AUXILIARY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trade Scholarship Funder: AMVETS National Ladies Auxiliary (MD, US) Website: amvetsaux.org Overview: Scholarship program offered by AMVETS National Ladies Auxiliary to support trade school education.…

MILITARY WARRIORS SUPPORT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Transportation4GoldStar Funder: Military Warriors Support Foundation (TX, US) Program Type: Payment-free vehicles for Gold Star families Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Providing…

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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