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Department of Veterans and Military Families

Maryland Veterans Trust Fund Grant Application Is Now Open

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — The Maryland Veterans Trust Fund has reopened its online grant application portal on August 1st, 2026. The program will begin accepting new grant applications from eligible veterans, surviving spouses, and members of the Maryland National Guard experiencing financial hardship.

New Monthly Application Schedule

To improve efficiency and provide applicants with predictable timelines, the Veterans Trust Fund has implemented a new monthly review schedule:

  • 1st–15th: Grant applications are accepted through the online Salesforce Grants Management System.
  • 16th–23rd: Applications are reviewed and funding decisions are finalized.
  • 24th–End of Month: Applicants are notified of grant awards or declinations.

This predictable schedule ensures timely application processing and consistent communication with all applicants.

New Leadership

The Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families is also pleased to welcome Anissa M. Walker, who joined the Veterans Trust Fund as Executive Director in June 2026. Under her leadership, the program will continue its vital mission of providing financial assistance to Maryland's veterans and military families in times of need.

How to Apply

Eligible veterans, military families, and survivors can apply for one-time financial assistance through the online portal.

To learn more about eligibility requirements or to submit an application, please visit https://marylandveteranstrustfund.my.site.com/MDVAVTF/s/vtf-application

About the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund

The Maryland Veterans Trust Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization 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 temporary financial hardships. The program is funded entirely through donations from community partners, individuals, and state revenue partners.