Maryland Veterans Trust Fund
Veterans Trust Fund Grant Application
Our mission is to provide vital grants to veterans and their families, ensuring they receive the assistance they need to thrive. Apply Here.
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, surviving spouses, and members of the Maryland National Guard overcome financial hardships. The fund is governed by a Board of Trustees and chaired by the Secretary of the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families. The program is funded through donations from community partners, individuals, and other mandated state revenue partners.
"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
Eligibility Applicants
- Maryland resident
- Honorably discharged veteran
- Member of the Maryland National Guard
- Surviving veteran and Maryland National Guard spouses
Eligibility Expenses
*To be considered for financial assistance, applicants must have eligible bills or payments that are at least 30–60 days past due at the time of application
Grant awards are based on eligibility, documented financial need, and available funding, with payments made directly to vendors. Requests must include:
- Delinquent rent or mortgage payments
- Delinquent utilities
- Delinquent car payments and insurance payments
- Reimbursement for emergent car or home repair
Required Documents
- D=DD Form 214 or other proof of military service
- Proof of Maryland residency
- Proof of income
- Bank statements
- Past-due notices or bills
- Lease, mortgage statement or utility statement
- Vendor contact and payment information
- Explanation of the financial hardship and plan for stability of the grant is awarded
Application Timeline
This schedule occurs each month to support timely application processing and applicant notifications.
| Application Stage | Monthly Timeline |
|---|---|
| Applications accepted | 1st–15th |
| Applications reviewed and decisions finalized | 16th–23rd |
| Applicants receive a decision on their application | 24th–end of month |
Donate to the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund
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 21401You can also make a gift through our online donation portal.
For more information about the VTF, contact [email protected]