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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OPERATION SUPPORT OUR TROOPS - · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Veterans Assistance Program Overview: A 'last chance' assistance program for veterans experiencing hardship, founded in the spirit of Veterans Helping Veterans. Geographic Scope Eligible States:…

$0 - $60,000,000
VA National Cemetery Administration · July 1, 2026 Federal

Veterans Cemetery Grants Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking VA is required to ensure compliance with all applicable statutes, regulations, and Executive Orders when evaluating and awarding…

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS · July 1, 2026 State

Veterans Cemetery Grants This program assists states, territories, and tribal governments in providing gravesites for Veterans in those areas where NCA cannot fully satisfy their burial needs. This…

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY FNDN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Veterans Creative Arts Festival (VCAF) Grant Funder: American Legion Auxiliary Foundation in partnership with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Mission: Support local and national creative arts…

$1,000,000 total program funding
FLORIDA VETERANS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Veterans Dental Grant Program Funder: Florida Veterans Foundation (FVF) Program Status: Active and ongoing; continued in 2026 with renewed legislative funding Geographic Scope: Florida statewide.…

CHESAPEAKE BAY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Veterans Engagement Mini Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chesapeake Bay Trust Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Veterans Engagement Mini Grant Program, funded by…

MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Veterans Program Overview: A way for the Masonic Home to recognize and thank Masonic veterans. A special ceremony has been created to recognize and thank Masonic veterans in Lodge or Chapter in front…

BUFFALO RENAISSANCE FOUNDATION INC · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Veterans Scholarship Fund Funder: Buffalo Renaissance Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Buffalo and Western New York area Status: Active Purpose: Provide scholarships to active duty military,…

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF THE CCIM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Veterans Scholarship Program Overview: The CCIM Institute Foundation Veterans Scholarship Program is designed to provide military veterans with funding for real-world education and a foundation for a…

Veterans Support Foundation · Rolling / Open State

Veterans Support Foundation provides grant funding to nonprofits supporting veteran related projects throughout the U.S. VSF gives priority to matching fund projects and provides funding solely for…

VETERANS UNITED FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Veterans United Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Veterans United Foundation Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Veterans United Foundation Scholarship supports the…

AMERICAN AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Veterans' Scholarships Funder: American Australian Association (AAA) Program Overview: Undergraduate and Graduate scholarships for American and Australian veterans. The program supports veterans…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vets Serving Vets Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Vets Serving Vets Scholarship, established by…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

VFW Post 2326 Ward-Goff Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The VFW Post 2326 Ward-Goff Memorial Scholarship,…

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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