Grants for Veterans

Last updated August 21, 2026

There are currently 664 active grants for veterans in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Overwatch Alliance Grants	Overwatch Alliance	Rolling	Up to $15K
Foundation	Stars and Stripes Pre-Apprenticeship Program	Western States Regional Council of Carpenters	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	2499 Line of Duty Scholarship Grant	Central Alabama Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	North Idaho- Junior Garnier & Bud Ashford Military Veterans Fund Grant	Idaho Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	$250 – $2K
Foundation	AMVETS + WD-40 Company Veteran Scholarship Program	Amvets (american Veterans)	Rolling	$12K
Foundation	Berks County Veterans Treatment Court Fund	Berks County Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	WV Central Federal Credit Union's Day of Giving Grant	Parkersburg Area Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Veterans Artist Residency Program Grant	Kala Art Institute	Rolling	$1K
State	Veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts Scholarship	Maryland Higher Education Commission	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Washington APEX Accelerator (Business Accelerator Program)	Columbia River Economic Development	Rolling	$500
Foundation	Pacific Northwest Gold Star Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation for SW Washington	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	GySgt Robert K. Keller Memorial Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation of Abilene	Rolling	$500 – $5K
Foundation	Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) - Veterans County Service Officer (VCSO) Funding Opportunity Grant	Texas Veterans Commission	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Children of Commissioned Officers Scholarship - Returning Applicants Grant	Coast Guard Foundation Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	WMU Office of Military and Veterans Affairs: The Brad Older Memorial Military Scholarship Grant	Western Michigan University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Amicus Foundation Grant	Amicus Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Bray Cares Foundation Grant	Western Colorado Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Captain Ernest W. Fox Perpetual Scholarship Grant	Coast Guard Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	ACE (Access, Capacity, Equity) Grant	United Way Suncoast Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Stater Bros Charities Grant	Stater Bros Charities	Rolling	$500 – $3K
Foundation	Allied Arts: Educational Outreach - Winter Cycle Grant	Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	The Fabulous Find Monthly Grant Program	A Caring Community Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Chapter Grant	American Gold Star Mothers Inc	Rolling	$400
Foundation	AMVETS Veterans Scholarship	Amvets National Service Foundation	Rolling	$4K

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About 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.

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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