The Commission administers the “Delaware Veterans Trust Fund” which provides financial assistance or grants to veterans with a minimum discharge of general discharge under honorable conditions to cover costs associated with medical and dental needs; medical transportation; homelessness support; home repairs and safety modifications; household utilities; and educational or retraining programs.
The Trust Fund is administered by the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs to assist veterans in financial emergencies.
Applicants must submit their DD214 – and demonstrate that:
- There is an EMERGENCY financial need.
- There are no other programs or agencies that can assist in this financial emergency.
- The funds will assist the veteran recover from the financial emergency; the veteran will sustain themselves independently; or through assistance from other support /benefits programs
Application is below. Veterans who need assistance completing the Veteran Trust Fund Application may contact your local Veterans Service Officer (VSO).
New Castle County – VSO: (302) 365-8231
Kent County – DCVA Main Office: (302) 739-2792
Sussex County – VSO: (302) 648-3068