Grants for Veterans

Improving Veteran Mental Health Grant Program is a grant from The Cigna Group Foundation that funds nonprofits providing housing stability and wraparound support services to improve the mental health of military veterans. The Foundation committed $9 million over three years addressing housing instability and its mental health impacts, as an estimated 40,000 veterans go without shelter nightly and 1.5 million are at risk of homelessness. Funded programs include mortgage and rental assistance, employment re-entry training, and housing development for veterans. Eligible nonprofits must leverage evidence-informed programs and align with at least one goal: increasing permanent housing, improving housing affordability, or enhancing wraparound services for veterans transitioning from shelters.

Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Assistance Grant (VAG) is a grant from the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs that funds nonprofit organizations and governmental entities providing direct services to veterans and their families. Open annually, the FY2027 cycle accepts online applications from January 20 through March 24, 2026. Eligible applicants must hold a 501(c) status other than 19 or 23 (those organizations should apply for the companion Veterans Trust Fund). New grantees are required to meet with the grants manager prior to submission. All applications must be submitted through the secure online portal; email submissions are not accepted. This state-level program offers a critical funding pathway for Colorado-based veteran service organizations.

Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces (Equine Assisted Therapy) (VA-EQUINE-26) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a forecasted opportunity for grants that fund adaptive sports and equine-assisted therapy programs for disabled veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces. The program supports activities, including instruction and competition, for mental health-related disabilities.

VA Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces is a grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs that funds organizations working to increase and expand sustainable adaptive sport activities for veterans and service members with disabilities. The program supports community-level physical activity programs, including those addressing mental health, as well as advanced Paralympic and adaptive sport programs at regional and national levels. Eligible applicants are non-federal government entities with significant experience managing large-scale adaptive sports programs for persons with disabilities. Recent federal obligations indicate approximately $16 million in annual funding. The VA also provides monthly assistance allowances to veterans with disabilities training in Paralympic sports.

Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation (Round Four) is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This statewide grant program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. Projects should use fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State.

NYFIC $10,000 Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This program supports New York-based businesses and organizations working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. NYFIC awards grants for environmentally sustainable innovations using fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State. This includes fiber cultivation and processing, next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing, textile supply chain and infrastructure development, sustainable yarn and textile material development, and sustainable fashion and interior design industry uses. The program aims to strengthen New York-produced materials and industry.

Virginia She Served Business Builder Initiative (VS2B2) is sponsored by Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity. This initiative is designed to empower active-duty and reservist women, women veterans, and military or veteran spouses who have been business owners for a minimum of one year. It offers a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on learning experiences through virtual classes.

Grants Program is sponsored by Infinite Hero Foundation. The Infinite Hero Foundation awards grants to military service organizations offering innovative and effective programs or treatments for service-related mental and physical injuries. They focus on physical recovery, brain health (including TBI and PTS), suicide prevention, veteran leadership, and military families. Funding is for program costs, not administrative overhead or fundraising.

Infinite Hero Foundation Nonprofit Grants for Veterans' Mental and Physical Recovery is a grant from the Infinite Hero Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations offering innovative treatments for service-related mental and physical injuries in active duty military, veterans, and military families. Since 2012, IHF has awarded more than $5.7 million to 51 military service organizations. Program grants of up to $100,000 per cycle are awarded based on alignment with IHF's mission and focus areas: Physical Recovery, Brain Health (TBI and PTS), Suicide Prevention, and other service-related conditions. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities with a proven track record and a mission consistent with IHF. Letters of Interest are accepted January 1 through June 15, 2026.

Infinite Hero Foundation Grant Cycle 2026 is sponsored by Infinite Hero Foundation. The Infinite Hero Foundation awards grants to military service organizations offering innovative and effective programs or treatments for service-related mental and physical injuries. Funding is available for programs that serve active duty military, veterans, and/or military families in areas such as physical recovery, brain health (including TBI and PTS), suicide prevention, veteran leadership, and military families.

Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces is sponsored by National Veterans Sports Programs (Department of Veterans Affairs). This program provides grants to eligible adaptive sports entities to plan, develop, manage, and implement programs that offer adaptive sports activities for veterans and members of the armed forces with disabilities.

AgrAbility - Assistive Technology Program for Farmers with Disabilities is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The AgrAbility program works to increase the likelihood that individuals with disabilities, including veterans, and their families engaged in the agricultural enterprise will become more successful. The program supports the provision of assistive technology.

Illinois Veterans' Home Medical Provider Loan Repayment Program is sponsored by Illinois Student Assistance Commission. This program provides loan repayment assistance for certain medical professionals who pursue or continue careers at veterans' homes in Illinois. While not a direct grant to nonprofits for services, it supports healthcare providers working with veterans.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (DoD) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The DoD SBIR program provides research grants across all branches of the military and is one of the most accessible federal grant opportunities for veteran-owned technology and defense-adjacent businesses. Awards range depending on phase, and veteran-owned small businesses receive priority in evaluation for certain agency calls.

The Melissa Washington Small Business Award (MWSBA) is sponsored by Melissa Washington Small Business Award. The Melissa Washington Small Business Award supports women veteran entrepreneurs by providing funding and business development resources to help them start or grow their businesses. The award includes an assessment, coaching, a certificate of recognition, and additional benefits.

Legal Assistance for Victims is sponsored by Department of Justice. These grants are for increasing the availability of comprehensive civil and criminal legal services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in matters relating to or arising from the abuse or violence. The goal is to develop innovative, collaborative programs within the legal system that promote victim safety and increase victim economic autonomy. This listing is currently active. Program number: 16.524. Last updated on 2024-11-25.

Plumbing and Gas Line Repair is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) / Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center. This opportunity seeks a contractor to correct plumbing and gas system deficiencies to meet IPC and safety requirements. The awarded contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals.

Impact100 Global Veterans Awards is sponsored by Impact100 Global Veterans. The Impact100 Global Veterans Awards empower women to make a significant difference by awarding grants up to $100,000 to nonprofits that serve veterans. Focus areas include art and culture, education, health and wellness, environment, and family initiatives, promoting the well-being and support of veterans across the United States.

VSHSL Housing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention and Housing Legal Aid is sponsored by King County, Washington (Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy - VSHSL). The VSHSL team seeks to fund agencies that help support housing stability for low- and fixed-income veterans, seniors, and vulnerable populations who are homeowners and renters in King County.

Stephen L. Tadlock Veteran Grant is sponsored by Founders First. This program offers microgrants to veteran-owned small businesses, with a preference for disabled veterans. It also includes access to business programs and resources designed to help entrepreneurs grow their business. While a smaller award, it offers valuable support for general business growth which could benefit a veteran-owned AI health technology company.

OAHSTRIDES Fund is sponsored by Greater Hartford Gives Foundation. The OAHSTRIDES Fund, the philanthropic arm of Orthopedic Associates of Hartford, PC, supports under-resourced populations in the Greater Hartford Community to build essential life skills and live healthier lifestyles. For the 2026 grant cycle, the fund focuses on supporting veterans through adaptive physical activity, mental wellness initiatives, and opportunities for meaningful community connection and reintegration. The grant aims to address visible and invisible impacts of service, including physical injuries, chronic pain, mobility challenges, post-service transition difficulties, and social isolation.

Middle East Regional Cooperation Program is sponsored by Department of State. The Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) Program funds peer-reviewed, collaborative, scientific research projects on development topics between Israel and its Arab neighbors across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Objectives of the program include: (1) Supporting applied actionable research that generates results relevant to regional development; (2) Fostering the implementation of research results and innovations to improve quality of life and achieve development impact in the MENA region; (3) Building science and technology capacity in developing countries in the MENA region; (4) Increasing direct Arab-Israeli cooperation by establishing strong working relationships that last beyond the life of the project. This listing is currently active. Program number: 19.502. Last updated on 2024-05-22.

StreetShares Foundation Veteran Small Business Award is sponsored by StreetShares Foundation. The StreetShares Foundation is dedicated to creating opportunities for military veteran entrepreneurs by providing financial support to grow their businesses. The grant program aims to boost veteran small businesses, which make up approximately 9 percent of all American firms. The award program values originality and community impact.

Grants to USA Veteran-Owned Small Businesses for Business Growth and Development is sponsored by Foundation. Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to USA veteran-owned businesses to encourage business growth and development. Funding is intended for veterans of the US military who are owners, CEOs, or presidents of small businesses with up to 100 employees.

Grants to USA Veteran-Owned Small Businesses for Business Growth and Development is sponsored by Various Foundations (as listed on GrantWatch). Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to USA veteran-owned businesses to encourage business growth and development. Funding is intended for veterans of the US military who are owners, CEOs, or presidents of small businesses with up to 100 employees.

Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) program is sponsored by Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas). The HAVEN program provides grants for home modifications, new construction, and down payment assistance to assist veterans, reservists, and service members with a service-related disability, and Gold Star Families who suffered a loss.

Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Cooperative Agreement is sponsored by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). The RFSI program aims to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, and support the development of value-added products. Funds support expanded capacity for aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling, and distribution of locally and regionally produced food products (excluding meat and poultry).

2026 Grant Cycle is a grant from Infinite Hero Foundation supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that provide innovative programs addressing service-related mental and physical injuries for active duty military, veterans, and their families. Since 2012, the Foundation has awarded over $5.7 million to 51 organizations. Grants up to $100,000 per cycle are available for programs in five focus areas: Physical Recovery, Brain Health (including TBI and PTS), Suicide Prevention, Sexual Trauma, and Family Support. Letters of Interest are accepted January 1 through June 15, 2026. Funds must be applied directly to program costs and cannot cover fundraising or administrative overhead. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with a proven track record of fiscal responsibility.

HUD-VASH (Housing and Urban Development-VA Supportive Housing) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) & U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). HUD-VASH is a collaborative program that combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help homeless veterans and their families find and sustain permanent housing. HUD provides Housing Choice Section 8 vouchers, and VA provides case management and outreach.

HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This collaborative program combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help homeless veterans and their families find and sustain permanent housing. HUD provides rental assistance vouchers, and VA case managers connect veterans with support services like healthcare, mental health treatment, and substance use counseling.

Children of Veterans Tuition Grant Program (Michigan) is sponsored by State of Michigan. This program provides undergraduate tuition assistance to students who are natural or adopted children of a qualified Michigan veteran who has died or become totally and permanently disabled due to a service-connected illness or injury, or is missing in action.

Project S.E.R.V.E. Program is sponsored by Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Foundation. The Project S.E.R.V.E Program partners engineering students with veterans and first responders living with disabilities to develop custom assistive technology solutions. Small businesses focused on developing accessible education technology could find alignment here, potentially through collaboration or as a future path for commercialization of such solutions.

State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance Program (North Carolina) is sponsored by North Carolina Rural Center (on behalf of NC Department of Commerce). This program offers guidance to small businesses in North Carolina that face limited access to capital. It helps with loan applications, business development, financial management, and strategic planning. The program is part of a nationwide initiative funded by the U.

State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) is sponsored by FloridaCommerce (administered in partnership with Florida Opportunity Fund and Florida First Capital Finance Corporation). The SSBCI program in Florida provides businesses with additional resources and capital to facilitate business growth and economic development. These funds specifically support businesses owned or controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, including minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, rural, or other targeted small business populations across the state. The program has five components to serve small businesses that may not otherwise have access to conventional capital.

Grants for Veteran Services (GVS) Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). The GVS grant program awards reimbursement grants to eligible charitable organizations, local government agencies, and Veterans Service Organizations that provide direct services to Texas Veterans and their families. Funding addresses needs such as financial aid, housing support, skill training, and programs addressing veteran homelessness, business support, and legal assistance.

NASA Exploration Ground Systems Program FIRST Robotics Grant Opportunities and Requirements for the 2023-2024 Competition Season is sponsored by NASA Exploration Ground Systems Program. NASA's Robotics Alliance Project supports FIRST Robotics Competition teams across the United States. These grants are available on a nearly annual basis, with applications typically opening in September and awards announced in November.

Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) is sponsored by Local Department of Human Services or social services office (Federal program). This program offers grants to individuals who need vehicle repairs for their commuter vehicles to get to work. Priority may be given to vulnerable demographics such as single mothers, veterans, or people on financial assistance.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Program is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) / Various Federal Agencies. This federal contracting program aims to award at least 3-5% of all federal contracting dollars to small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans. While not a direct grant for startup capital, it provides a significant advantage in securing federal contracts for technology solutions, which can be a vital form of funding for small businesses.

Veterans' Trust Fund Grants is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). The DMVA provides grants through the Veterans' Trust Fund to community organizations and veteran advocates to support Pennsylvania's diverse veteran population, including women veterans who are homeless, unemployed, dealing with mental health challenges, or facing financial hardship.

Texas Veterans + Family Alliance Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Health and Human Services Commission (Administered by TexVet). Supports communities across the state to expand availability and access to mental health treatment and services for veterans and their families. This program aims to be a catalyst for communities to develop and support sustainable partnerships, collaborative relationships, and coordinated service delivery systems. Services include individual, group, family, couples, and peer support services, individual and family counseling, and suicide prevention initiatives.

Harris Hub Grant is sponsored by Harris County. This program provides individualized technical assistance in areas such as marketing, financial management, and hiring, to underserved small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and persons of color. Businesses completing 15 hours of technical assistance may be eligible for a $5,000 grant.

Bob Woodruff Foundation Community Partner Grants is a funding program for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that provide direct services to military personnel and veterans. Grants range from $5,000 to $100,000 and are awarded to organizations with a minimum of 70% program spend, ensuring the majority of resources reach the veteran population directly. The foundation supports programs that address the full range of veteran needs and well-being. Applicants must demonstrate strong leadership, a diversified funding base, and measurable impact. Organizations are encouraged to build significant fundraising momentum before applying and to partner with additional funders on supported initiatives.

CSX Pride in Service Grants is a grant from CSX Transportation that funds nonprofits and community organizations honoring military service members, veterans, and first responders. The program provides monetary and in-kind grants to support programs that strengthen communities served by CSX rail operations across 23 eastern states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and government entities such as fire departments that serve veterans, active military, and first responders in CSX service areas. Specific grant award amounts are determined based on project scope. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T). The DHS SBIR Program provides funding to small businesses for concepts and prototypes that address specific homeland security needs. It encourages U.S. small businesses to conduct research and development (R&D) for homeland security-related topic areas and commercialize the results. The program has three phases: Phase I for scientific, technical, and commercial merit determination; Phase II for continued R&D towards a prototype demonstration; and Phase III for commercialization or continued development from private or non-SBIR government sources.

FIRST Robotics Competition Grants (Multiple Sponsors) is sponsored by FIRST (various corporate sponsors like Dow, BAE Systems, John Deere). These grants support teams participating in the FIRST Robotics Competition and other FIRST programs (FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge). They often cover registration and equipment costs, with some prioritizing teams in specific geographic areas or underserved communities.

New Jersey Clean Energy Loans (NJ CELs) is sponsored by New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). An $80 million co-lending program for small businesses in New Jersey seeking to finance clean energy projects. It aims to unlock capital, catalyze clean energy deployment, and support minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses in the state's energy transition.

Buy-Give-Get (Coats for Veterans and Military Families) is sponsored by Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation. A customer partnership program where customers can purchase a winter coat at a discounted price, donate it back, and receive a gift card. The donated coats are then distributed to homeless veterans and veterans in need through veteran service organizations.

IM FIT and Operation Lead from the Front Initiatives is sponsored by PPL Foundation (via IM ABLE Foundation partnership). The PPL Foundation supports the IM FIT and Operation Lead from the Front (OLFTF) initiatives of the IM ABLE Foundation. IM FIT offers adaptive group fitness classes for individuals with physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. Operation Lead from the Front supports military veterans with camaraderie and community service through adaptive sports, including functional fitness classes and recreational activities.

Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) is sponsored by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). The ESSHI funds supportive services to help provide stable housing for New Yorkers experiencing homelessness. Funding is available to support additional units that serve adults experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic and gender-based violence, veterans and chronically homeless families, and individuals living with a mental illness or substance use disorder.

Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (2501 Program) is sponsored by USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE). This program provides funding to community-based and nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and tribal entities that help historically underserved and veteran farmers and ranchers own and operate successful farms.

Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The HUD-VASH program combines HUD Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) rental assistance for homeless veterans with case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA).

Strategic Environmental Research Fellowship is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP). This postdoctoral fellowship offers individuals the opportunity to engage in the assessment and evaluation of active SERDP and ESTCP projects, summarize results, and develop strategic paths for future research.

Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance (HDBA) Microgrant Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). This program provides direct support to small businesses across Pennsylvania through micro-grant programs, with a focus on historically disadvantaged businesses. The funding helps small businesses with costs to start or expand their operations.

Cures Within Reach Funding Opportunity (Clinical Repurposing Research to Impact US Veterans/Military) is sponsored by Cures Within Reach. This Request for Proposals (RFP) supports clinical trials that repurpose approved drugs, devices, nutraceuticals, and/or diagnostics, as well as combination therapies to address unmet and high-priority medical needs of US veterans/military, including mental health, PTSD, and bra…

CalVet Leadership Summit Facilitation Grant is sponsored by California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). This grant supports an organization to host the 2024 and 2025 CalVet Leadership Summit, bringing together veteran leaders to improve the health and well-being of California's service members, veterans, and their families. The grantee will be responsible for organizing stakeholder input workshops and facilitating the summit.

The Entrepreneur Program is sponsored by Veterans Florida. Funded by the State of Florida, this program provides cohorts, mentors, and grant access for veterans, military spouses, Florida National Guard, Reserves, and active-duty servicemembers who want to start or grow a veteran-owned business in Florida. It offers support from the idea stage to scaling a business.

Advancement Awards is sponsored by National Veterans Leadership Foundation (NVLF). The Advancement Awards provide seed funding for events and activities that increase the visibility of military students on campus and bring together community leaders and supporters. The NVLF partners with colleges and universities to enhance the higher education experience for military-connected students, fostering leadership opportunities and campus-to-career resources.

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Down Payment Loan Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA). This program provides a low-interest government loan, made in conjunction with a loan from a commercial lender and a borrower down payment, to help beginning, minority, veteran, and women farmers purchase a farm or ranch.

Texas Talent Connection Grants (various projects) is sponsored by Texas Workforce Investment Council (via Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office). These grants support innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs across Texas, with some projects specifically integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies into curriculum to equip students with AI literacy and prepare individuals for AI-en…

American Farmland Trust - National Farm Viability Grant (Brighter Future Fund) is sponsored by American Farmland Trust. The National Farm Viability Grant supports farmers and ranchers across the United States by providing direct financial assistance to strengthen operations and help farms and ranches remain resilient, viable, and well-positioned for the future.

Veterans Mental Health (VMH) Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Veterans Commission, Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA). This program provides reimbursement grants to address the mental health needs of veterans and their families in Texas. Projects should emphasize direct services, including clinical counseling, group sessions, family counseling, PTSD and TBI services, co-occurring diagnosis counseling, peer-delivered services, and non-clinical support services like equine, canine, and music therapy.

HEAL Initiative: NIH-DOD-VA Pain Management Collaboratory – Pragmatic and/or Implementation Science Demonstration Projects ((UG3/UH3) Clinical Trial Required) is sponsored by National Institutes of Health (NIH). This NOFO solicits UG3/UH3 phased cooperative agreement research applications to conduct efficient, large-scale pragmatic clinical trials and/or implementation science demonstration projects within the infrastructure of the NIH-DOD-VA Pain Management Collaboratory on nonopioid a…

Veteran Woman Grant is sponsored by Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs. The Veteran Woman Grant, offered by the Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs, is designed to support U.S. military veteran women who own businesses in Texas. Each year, the program awards $5,000 to help veteran founders grow their businesses, strengthen their operations, and access the resources needed to succeed.

Veteran Woman Grant (Texas) is sponsored by Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs. The Veteran Woman Grant, offered by the Texas Woman's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs, is designed to support U.S. military veteran women who own businesses in Texas. Each year, the program awards $5,000 to help veteran founders grow their businesses, strengthen operations, and access resources.

Veteran Resource Program (DCA Funded) is sponsored by New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) via Education and Health Centers of America, Inc. (EHCA). Funded by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, this program provides direct veteran support services, including emergency housing hotel vouchers, rental and housing assistance, utilities assistance, and home furnishing assistance to at-risk veterans with unmet needs t…

Minnesota Helmets to Hardhats program (State Appropriation) is sponsored by Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (via State Appropriation from Workforce Development Fund). This Minnesota state appropriation supports the Minnesota Helmets to Hardhats program, which helps National Guard members, reservists, active duty military personnel, and veterans participate in registered apprenticeship programs within the building and construction industries.

Maryland's Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury Alternative Therapies Fund (via Sunstone Therapies) is sponsored by State of Maryland (through Maryland Department of Health's Behavioral Health Administration) and Reason for Hope. This initiative, partially funded by the State of Maryland, supports clinical trials exploring alternative therapies for PTSD and traumatic brain injury, with a focus on veterans.

Homeless Veterans Grant Program is sponsored by New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs (NJDVA). This program awards grants to organizations that assist homeless veterans in New Jersey, utilizing funds from the “Homeless Veterans Grant Fund. ” The program aims to support initiatives that provide housing and related services to veterans experiencing homelessness.

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) is sponsored by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). This grant aims to help new and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America who are experiencing financial barriers to participation. Funds are specifically for FIRST Tech Challenge season registration and products from the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront.

Veterans and Nature Grant Program is sponsored by National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) and United States Forest Service. This program aims to increase engagement of veterans' communities in understanding the physical and mental health benefits of time in nature and provide opportunities for physical and mental health-focused outdoor activities at US Forest Service sites and other public lands.

VA Adaptive Sports Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events Office (NVSP&SE). This program awards grants to qualifying organizations to plan, develop, manage, and implement programs that provide adaptive sports opportunities for disabled Veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces.

Investment Grants (Louisiana Healthcare Connections) is a grant from Louisiana Healthcare Connections that funds community organizations serving Medicaid recipients in Louisiana to expand healthcare access and improve health outcomes. Investment grants provide up to $50,000 per award, while smaller Impact grants provide up to $2,000. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, 501(c)(19) Veterans groups, or 509(a)(1) churches, schools, or hospitals, with administrative costs not exceeding 10% of the budget. Projects must prioritize direct services for individuals, focus on Louisiana's Medicaid population, and address the geographic and cultural diversity of the state.

Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP) is sponsored by New York State Department of Veterans' Services and Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). This program provides capital grants to eligible nonprofit veterans' organizations in New York State to make improvements to facilities that serve veterans. Funding is for architecture, design, engineering, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or expansion of eligible facilities, and purchase of eligible furnishings or equipment.

The Beyond Open Small Business Grant is sponsored by FFTC Partners for Empowering Communities (FPEC) with support from Wells Fargo Open for Business Fund. This program provides capital to businesses owned by a woman, minority, veteran, LGBTQ+ individual, or persons with a disability. The goal is to award $15 million in grants.

Disaster Relief Fund is sponsored by PenFed Foundation. The PenFed Foundation, in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs, offers $500 grants to current VA employees and Veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have experienced damage to their primary home that they own due to a FEMA-declared disaster.

Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS). The Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) are mandatory, formula-based staffing grants funded annually to support Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program (DVOP) specialists and Local Veterans' Employment Representatives (LVER) staff in each State.

Boots to Business / Boots to Business Reboot is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Boots to Business is an entrepreneurship training program offered by the SBA within the Department of Defense's (DoD) Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Boots to Business Reboot expands this training to veterans who have already transitioned out of the military as well as members of the National Guard and Reserve. While not a direct grant, it provides foundational entrepreneurship training and connects participants to SBA resource partners, including Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs), which can help identify grant opportunities.

North Carolina Heroes Fund (NCHF) Financial Hardship Grant is sponsored by North Carolina Heroes Fund (NCHF). The North Carolina Heroes Fund provides financial assistance to North Carolina's military personnel and their families who are currently serving or have recently served in the United States Armed Forces and are enduring financial hardships generally related to their military ser…

Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP) - Round 3 is sponsored by New York State Department of Veterans' Services and Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). This program provides capital grants to eligible nonprofit veterans' organizations in New York to make improvements to facilities that serve veterans, service members, and military families.

Edith Nourse Rogers Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Scholarship is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This scholarship allows eligible Veterans using the Post-9/11 GI Bill or dependents using the Fry Scholarship to get added benefits for training in high-demand STEM fields. It helps cover the costs of completing an approved undergraduate program requiring at least 120 credits or for those who have earned a STEM degree and are seeking a teaching certification.

NYC Boss Up Veteran Entrepreneurship Program is sponsored by Ron and Kerry Moelis Family Foundation (in partnership with NYC Department of Small Business Services). This philanthropic program provides grants and enrollment in a small business mentorship program to veteran entrepreneurs living in New York City. The program includes technical training components and aims to help veteran business owners take their enterprises to the next level.

Veteran Grant Program (Jacksonville, FL) is sponsored by Jacksonville, Florida - JSEB. This program provides grant allocations for veteran entrepreneurs to assist with the development and growth of an eligible business. Funds may be used for tangible assets and are disbursed on a reimbursement basis. Applicants must attend a mandatory small business education course.

Public Lands Corps (PLC) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) / Bureau of Land Management (BLM) / National Park Service (NPS). The Public Lands Corps (PLC) is a work and education program for young people and veterans that provides opportunities to work on conservation projects on public lands.

Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA offers various services and support for veterans with service-connected disabilities, including assistance with self-employment and starting a small business. This can include guidance and, in some cases, funding for necessary training, equipment, and supplies.

The Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (ELP) is sponsored by State of Minnesota. ELP is an initiative aimed at supporting the growth of Minnesota businesses owned by minorities, low-income individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. The program provides grant funds to nonprofit lenders across the state, which in turn offer loans to startup and expanding businesses.

California Dream Fund Grant Program is sponsored by California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). This program provides microgrants to seed entrepreneurship and small business creation in underserved small business groups facing capital and opportunity gaps. Eligible applicants must complete an in-depth training program through participating centers. Public health-focused startups within underserved groups could be eligible.

Veterans Food Assistance Program (VFAP) is sponsored by Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF). The Veterans Food Assistance Program (VFAP) provides a one-time grant of essential food and household support to veterans and their families, aiming to prevent veterans from going hungry. The DVNF program team handles the shopping once approved.

Disability Housing Grants For Veterans is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA offers housing grants to Veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities to help them buy or modify a home to meet their needs and live more independently. This can include modifications like installing ramps or widening doorways.

Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service. The HISA grant is a VA benefit that helps eligible Veterans pay for medically necessary home modifications, such as ramps, roll-in showers, and widened doorways, to accommodate their disability. It covers permanent, medically necessary structural alterations.

Creative Forces: NEA Military Healing Arts Network is sponsored by National Endowment for the Arts (in partnership with U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs). This initiative seeks to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life for military and veteran populations exposed to trauma, as well as their families and caregivers, through creative arts therapies and non-clinical art programs.

AFOSR STEM Outreach Program is sponsored by Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) seeks applications for augmenting existing and/or developing innovative solutions that directly maintain and/or cultivate a diverse, world-class Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) workforce to maintain the …

Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) is sponsored by State of Texas, Office of the Governor. The Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) offers "deal-closing" grants to companies considering a new project in Texas that would create significant capital investment and new jobs, especially when competing with out-of-state sites. New businesses receiving TEF grants are also eligible for $1,000 grants for each job filled by a veteran.

Morris K. Udall Fellowship Program is sponsored by MORRIS K. UDALL SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY FOUNDATION. The Native American Graduate Fellowship Program supports outstanding Native American and Alaska Native graduate students who intend to pursue advanced degrees in Tribal public policy and health care, including law and medicine. Udall Graduate Fellowships are funded by a permanent trust fund endowment. Assistance is intended for the use of Graduate Fellows only. This listing is currently active. Program number: 85.401. Last updated on 2025-07-28.

Morris K. Udall Native American Congressional Internship Program is sponsored by MORRIS K. UDALL SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY FOUNDATION. The Native American Congressional Internship Program identifies future leaders in Indian Country and places them in Congressional and Federal agency offices in Washington, D.C. to learn firsthand how the Federal Government works with and impacts Tribes and Tribal communities. The Internship provides professional development for up to 12 deserving and qualified students annually, connecting them to a network of leaders and policymakers in Indian affairs. The Internship Program is funded by a combination of annual appropriations and a permanent trust fund endowment. Assistance is intended for the use of Interns only. This listing is currently active. Program number: 85.402. Last updated on 2025-07-28.

Capacity Building Grants is sponsored by Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF). The Capacity Building Grant program provides grants to organizations that support veterans and disabled veterans. This includes programs addressing mental and physical recovery, such as service dogs, equine therapy, yoga, art therapy, and recreational therapy. Organizations should submit applications that solely benefit veterans and/or veteran-specific programs.

Grants for programs and services that help U.S. service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers is sponsored by The Bob Woodruff Foundation. The Bob Woodruff Foundation provides grants to innovative programs across the nation that produce measurable outcomes meeting the emerging and long-term needs of veterans and their families. Telemedicine initiatives serving this population would be relevant.

Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) is sponsored by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS). The purpose of the Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) program is to train individuals (e.g., school personnel, emergency first responders, law enforcement, veterans, armed services members and their families) to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental disorders, particularly serious mental illness (SMI) and/or serious emotional disturbance (SED). It also aims to establish linkages with school- and/or community-based mental health agencies for referrals, train personnel in crisis de-escalation techniques, and educate individuals about available community resources.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Multiple Federal Agencies (e.g., DoD, NASA, NIH). The SBIR program provides grants to small businesses engaged in research and development with the potential for commercialization. While not veteran-specific, veterans are encouraged to apply and compete based on the merit of their R&D proposals.

Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Members of the Armed Forces program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This program provides grants to eligible adaptive sports entities to plan, develop, manage, and implement programs that offer adaptive sports activities for Veterans and members of the Armed Forces with disabilities.

VyStar Foundation Grant Program is sponsored by VyStar Foundation. VyStar Foundation supports nonprofit organizations with programs that address health and basic needs, mental health services, and workforce development for military members and veterans. This could include initiatives related to healthcare staffing within the geographic areas served by VyStar Credit Union. Past grants have focused on expanding programs and providing monetary support for basic needs.