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Department of Veterans and Military Families

Financial Support

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The Maryland Veterans Trust Fun​d

The Maryland Veterans Trust Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a core program of the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families. The Trust Fund provides one-time grant awards to help veterans, military families, Gold Star parents, spouses, and members of the Maryland National Guard overcome ​financial hardships. Individuals who do not fall within these categories may request a waiver for consideration during the intake process. The fund is governed by a Board of Trustees and chaired by the Secretary of the Maryland Department of Military Families. The program is funded through donations from community partners, individuals, and other mandated state revenue partners.

*Notice about Application

The Maryland Veterans Trust Fund is temporarily pausing acceptance of new applications while we process a high volume of recent requests and ensure timely review of those already submitted. This pause allows us to responsibly manage demand and continue serving Maryland veterans and military families experiencing financial hardship. We anticipate reopening applications soon and will post updates on this page.

In the meantime, veterans and military families seeking assistance may consider contacting:

If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 988 (press 1) for the Veterans Crisis Line or contact 211 Maryland for immediate assistance.​

At the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund, we provide one-time financial grants to Maryland veterans and military families facing unexpected hardship, supporting urgent needs such as housing, utilities, and transportation to help them regain stability. Your tax-deductible donation makes an immediate difference for those who served and their loved ones, helping ensure support is there when it’s needed most.​

Please make checks payable to:
 

Maryland Veterans Trust Fund, Inc.
16 Francis Street, 4th Floor
Annapolis, MD 21401​You can also make a gift through our online donation portal.

*Updated 3/2/2026

 

"I am grateful that the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund exists to support veterans in times of need. This grant will allow me to catch up and work hard to stay on track from now on. Thank you for walking me through the process and for connecting me with employment resources. I am hoping that an opportunity arises that suits my experience in the very near future. Thanks again for helping me during my time of need. I am beyond grateful.”

— Testimonial from a Maryland Veteran