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Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County The organizations and resources listed on this page are independent agencies, nonprofits, and government entities and are not owned, operated, or controlled by the Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC) unless otherwise stated.
These resources are provided for informational and referral purposes only and do not constitute a guarantee, endorsement, or representation of services. Each organization maintains its own eligibility requirements, intake procedures, funding limitations, and documentation standards. The VACCC is not responsible for service availability, acceptance decisions, wait times, or the quality of services provided by outside agencies.
Veterans and family members should contact each provider directly for the most current information regarding qualifications and program availability.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs � Education Call Provides information and assistance for GI Bill, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), and other VA education benefits U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs � Veteran Readiness Veteran Readiness & Employment Assists eligible Veterans with education, training, employment, and independent living services U.S. Department of Education � Federal Student Aid Provides grants, loans, work-study information, and financial aid resources for eligible students Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs � Education Veterans Education Programs Connects Veterans and dependents with Illinois Veterans' Grant, MIA/POW scholarships, and other education benefits Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Student Assistance Commission Provides state grants, scholarships, financial aid, and college planning resources Illinois Department of Employment Security � Veteran Connects Veterans with employment training, apprenticeships, and workforce development programs Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership Cook Workforce Partnership Provides career training, occupational skills programs, apprenticeships, and workforce services with priority for Veterans City Colleges of Chicago � Veterans Services Chicago Veterans Services Assists Veterans with GI Bill certification, academic advising, and Veteran support services Connects Veterans, service members, and families with education, employment, and community resources Student Veterans of America Supports student Veterans through campus chapters, scholarships, leadership development, and educational resources Provides occupational training, career coaching, and workforce development programs for eligible job seekers, including Veterans For more information on these individual programs and services, including basic documentation and qualification criteria, please continue reading below.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs � Education Call Center Provides information and assistance to Veterans, Servicemembers, dependents, and survivors regarding VA education benefits. Representatives answer questions about the GI Bill, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) program, and other VA education programs.
The call center also helps applicants understand eligibility requirements, application procedures, and the status of education benefit claims.
Veterans, Servicemembers, eligible dependents, and survivors Individuals seeking information about VA education benefits No eligibility requirements to receive information and assistance Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID (if applicable) Social Security number or VA File Number VA education claim information School enrollment information (if applicable) U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs � Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) The Program helps eligible Veterans with service-connected disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment.
Services may include career counseling, education and training, employment assistance, resume development, independent living services, and assistance with accommodations. Individualized rehabilitation plans are developed based on each Veteran's employment goals and abilities.
Veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities Must meet VA eligibility requirements for VR&E services Eligibility is determined by the VA Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID VA disability rating information Educational records (if applicable) U.S. Department of Education � Federal Student Aid The office administers federal financial aid programs that help eligible students pay for higher education.
Financial assistance may include grants, federal student loans, work-study opportunities, and repayment assistance programs. Students can also access financial literacy resources and information about applying for aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®).
Individuals pursuing eligible postsecondary education Must meet federal student aid eligibility requirements Completion of the FAFSA is generally required Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID School enrollment information Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs � Education Programs Helps Veterans and eligible dependents access state education benefits, scholarships, and tuition assistance programs.
Staff provide information about the Illinois Veterans' Grant, Illinois National Guard Grant, MIA/POW Scholarship, and other educational opportunities available through the State of Illinois. The department also assists applicants in understanding eligibility requirements and completing benefit applications.
Illinois Veterans and eligible dependents Individual education programs maintain their own eligibility requirements No eligibility requirements to receive information and application assistance Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID Illinois residency documentation School enrollment information Documentation required for the specific education benefit Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Helps Illinois students and families access grants, scholarships, financial aid, and college planning resources.
ISAC also provides free financial aid advising, FAFSA completion assistance, and information about state-funded education programs. Services are available to students at various stages of planning for college or career training.
Illinois students and families No eligibility requirements to receive information or financial aid counseling Individual grant and scholarship programs maintain their own eligibility requirements Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID Illinois residency documentation School enrollment information Illinois Department of Employment Security � Veteran Services The program connects Veterans with employment, education, apprenticeship, and workforce development opportunities throughout Illinois.
Veteran Employment Representatives provide career counseling, job search assistance, resume support, labor market information, and referrals to education and training programs. Eligible Veterans receive priority of service for many workforce programs.
Veterans seeking employment or workforce services Priority of service available for eligible Veterans No eligibility requirements to receive information and referrals Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID DD-214 or proof of military service Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership Connects job seekers with career training, apprenticeships, occupational skills programs, and workforce development services throughout Cook County.
Veterans receive priority access to many workforce programs and may qualify for additional career services through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding. Services are delivered through American Job Centers and community partners.
Individuals seeking employment or career training Veterans receive priority of service Individual workforce programs maintain their own eligibility requirements Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID Income verification (if applicable) DD-214 (for Veteran priority of service) City Colleges of Chicago � Veterans Services Assists student Veterans, Servicemembers, and eligible dependents with using VA education benefits while pursuing higher education.
Veteran Services staff help certify GI Bill® benefits, provide academic advising, connect students with campus resources, and assist with the transition from military service to college life. Each City College campus maintains a dedicated Veterans Services office.
Student Veterans, Servicemembers, and eligible dependents attending a City Colleges campus Individuals seeking information about VA education benefits Must meet eligibility requirements for the requested VA education benefit Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the VA School enrollment information Military education records (if applicable) Is a statewide network that connects Veterans, Servicemembers, and their families with trusted community resources and support services.
Through partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions, IJF helps individuals access education benefits, employment assistance, financial resources, healthcare, and family support programs. IJF serves as a referral network and does not directly administer most services.
Veterans, Servicemembers, and military families No eligibility requirements to receive information and referrals Individual partner organizations maintain their own eligibility requirements Common Documentation Requested Later by Partner Organizations: Government-issued Photo ID Income verification (if applicable) Documentation required by the referral program Student Veterans of America Supports student Veterans through campus chapters, leadership development, scholarships, networking opportunities, and educational advocacy.
The organization helps Veterans succeed in higher education by connecting them with peer support, professional development resources, and campus engagement opportunities. Services are primarily delivered through affiliated colleges and universities.
Student Veterans attending participating colleges or universities Individuals interested in joining a local SVA chapter Individual scholarships maintain their own eligibility requirements Common Documentation Requested: School enrollment verification Military service documentation (if applicable) Scholarship application materials (if applicable) Provides workforce development services that help job seekers gain the education, training, and skills needed to obtain meaningful employment.
Services may include occupational training, career coaching, resume assistance, job placement, apprenticeships, and employment support. Veterans may qualify for priority services and specialized workforce programs based on eligibility.
Individuals seeking employment or workforce development services Individual programs maintain their own eligibility requirements Veterans may receive priority for certain services Common Documentation Requested: Government-issued Photo ID Income verification (if applicable) If you have further questions regarding these services, please contact our main office at 312. 433.
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Washington St. , Suite 1420 DISCLAIMER: scheduled appearances at Outreach events may be subject to change due to staffing limitations, operational demands, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances. The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC) provides emergency financial assistance, claims and benefits advocacy, and partner referral services to eligible Veterans, service members, survivors, and their families.
Emergency Financial Services (EFS) may include assistance with rent or mortgage payments, utilities, food, transportation, hygiene items, and burial or cremation expenses. Depending on the type of assistance requested, eligible Veterans may qualify for services once every six months or once per year.
Accredited Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) provide free assistance with VA disability compensation, pension, survivor benefits, appeals, and other Veteran benefits programs. VACCC also connects Veterans with trusted federal, state, local, and nonprofit resources for housing, employment, legal assistance, healthcare, mental health services, education benefits, and additional community support programs throughout Cook County.
Serving the entire area of Cook County, Illinois one of the largest veteran populations in the USA
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Veterans who are residents of Cook County for at least three recent consecutive months and have qualifying military service (minimum 6 months of Net Active Service with Honorable, General, GUH, or Under Honorable discha…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $550. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Utilities Assistance Program is funded by Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Transportation Assistance Program (Cook County) is sponsored by Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC). This program provides temporary transportation support to eligible veterans in Cook County through weekly CTA/PACE bus cards. It is designed to assist veterans with transportation related to outpatient medical care, job interviews, employment, education, and housing searches.
Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County Transportation Assistance Program is sponsored by Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County (VACCC). This program provides temporary transportation support to eligible Veterans through weekly CTA/PACE bus cards. This program is designed to assist Veterans with transportation related to outpatient medical care, job interviews, employment, education, and housing searches.
On September 16, 2026, the First Circuit granted HUD an emergency stay of the order that had erased the FY2026 Continuum of Care competition. HUD reopened e-snaps on September 18 with a September 30, 8:00 PM ET deadline, one technical correction shortening applicant notification from 15 days to 7, and a waiver letting private nonprofits administer rental assistance. Here is what the stay does and does not decide, why your award may still be provisional, and the exact sequence to run in the days you have left.
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