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VA and Federal Grants for Veterans Services

Organizations serving veterans and military families can access federal funding for homeless services, employment assistance, mental health treatment, legal services, and supportive programs. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Labor, and other agencies invest heavily in veteran-focused programs.

These grants support everything from transitional housing to job training, PTSD treatment to financial counseling. Staying informed about funding opportunities is essential to serving those who served our nation.

GrantPing helps veterans service organizations track federal funding opportunities.

Major Federal Veterans Services Grant Programs

1. VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

The SSVF program prevents veteran homelessness through rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention services. Awards typically range from $300,000 to $1.5 million annually for nonprofit organizations serving low-income veteran families.

2. VA Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Program

The GPD program funds transitional housing and service centers for homeless veterans. Capital grants support construction or renovation; per diem payments cover operating costs. Capital grants can exceed $1 million; per diem rates are approximately $50 per veteran per day.

3. DOL Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) Grants

The Department of Labor funds employment services for veterans through programs like the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP) and Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Awards range from $200,000 to $1 million.

4. VA Veterans Justice Outreach Initiative

This VA program supports outreach to justice-involved veterans, connecting them with VA services and treatment. Funds support coordination between VA facilities and criminal justice systems.

5. VA Adaptive Sports Grants

The Adaptive Sports program funds organizations providing adaptive sports opportunities for disabled veterans. Awards typically range from $25,000 to $500,000.

Recent Opportunities

VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Typical Award: $300,000 - $1,500,000

Summary: Funds nonprofit organizations providing case management, temporary financial assistance for rent/utilities/deposits, and housing stabilization services to very low-income veteran families at risk of homelessness or recently homeless.

DOL Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP)

Agency: Department of Labor

Typical Award: $250,000 - $800,000

Summary: Supports employment services for homeless veterans including job training, placement assistance, career counseling, and supportive services addressing barriers to employment like transportation and childcare.

VA Grant and Per Diem Program for Homeless Veterans

Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Typical Award: Capital grants up to $1,500,000; Per diem ongoing

Summary: Provides capital grants for construction/acquisition of transitional housing for homeless veterans and per diem payments to cover operational costs. Supports programs helping veterans achieve residential stability, increase income, and obtain greater self-determination.

Who Is Eligible?

Veterans services grant eligibility typically includes:

What Types of Projects Get Funded?

Successful veterans services grants typically support:

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