VFW #StillServing Grant

Grant available to VFW Posts, Districts, and their Auxiliaries to offset expenses incurred during community service projects involving direct community engagement.

Eligibility:

• VFW Posts
• VFW Districts
• VFW Auxiliaries (affiliated with Posts or Districts)
• Must involve direct engagement by the applying organization's members with their community

Award Details:

• Up to $1,500 per application
• Both a VFW Post and its Auxiliary can receive funding (up to $1,500 each), and a District and its Auxiliary can receive funding (up to $1,500 each)
• Each applicant organization must have its own unique project
• Applicants are limited to receiving a total of $1,500 during the cycle

Geographic Scope: United States

Application Availability: Grants are currently open

Important Notes:

• Reimbursement-based (applicants must complete projects and apply with proof of expenses)
• Applicants are encouraged to contact the VFW Foundation before starting a project to ensure it qualifies
• Grant eligibility is exclusive to VFW entities (Posts, Districts, Auxiliaries). Nonprofits outside of the VFW cannot apply.

Contact Information:

• VFW Program Coordinator: Mary Spencer
• Phone: (816) 756-3390 EXT: 6287
• Email: mspencer@vfw.org

Application Process

Application Method: VFW Dashboard at VFW.ORG

Application Period: Generally accepted September through June 1, or until grant funding is exhausted

Required Materials:

• Proof of expenses
• Documentation of project completion
• Evidence of direct community engagement by organization members

Steps:

1. Contact VFW Program Coordinator before starting project to ensure eligibility
2. Complete project
3. Gather receipts and proof of expenses
4. Submit application through VFW dashboard with documentation

Pre-Application Recommendation: Strongly encouraged to contact VFW Foundation before starting a project to ensure it qualifies