Financial Support

America Supports Your Financial Security

You've Earned This Support

COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL SUPPORT

From disability compensation to emergency grants, from zero-down home loans to career financing.America ensures your financial stability and prosperity.

Essential

VA Disability Compensation

Monthly tax-free payments for service-connected disabilities. Ranges from $165 to $3,800+/month depending on your disability rating. You've earned this - claim what's yours.

10-100% Disability Ratings

Higher ratings = higher monthly payments

Additional Benefits for Dependents

Extra money for spouse, children, parents

Retroactive Pay

Back pay from when you first applied

How to Apply:

Call 1-800-827-1000 or visit va.gov/disability. Free help from VA representatives and VSOs (Veterans Service Organizations).

Zero Down Payment

VA Home Loans

Buy a home with $0 down payment, no private mortgage insurance (PMI), and competitive interest rates. The American dream of homeownership is within reach.

$0 Down Payment Required

100% financing available

No PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)

Save $100-200/month

Lower Interest Rates

Better terms than conventional loans

Refinancing Available

Lower your current mortgage rate

How to Apply:

Contact VA-approved lenders (Veterans United, USAA, Navy Federal). Get your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from va.gov.

Emergency Financial Assistance

Facing eviction, utility shutoff, or can't afford food? Emergency grants and loans are available NOW to help you through crisis.

211 United Way

Free financial counseling, emergency rent/utility assistance, food help

Call 211 (24/7)

VA Emergency Financial Aid

One-time grants for unexpected expenses, prevent homelessness

Call 1-877-424-3838

Modest Needs

Grants up to $1,000 for bills, rent, medical expenses

Visit modestneeds.org

Salvation Army

Emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, food

Call 1-800-SAL-VATION

GI Bill Education Benefits

Up to $2,300/month for housing + full tuition coverage for 36 months. Pursue your degree, certification, or vocational training debt-free.

Full Tuition Coverage

Public schools: 100% paid. Private schools: up to $27,000/year

Monthly Housing Allowance

Based on your school's location (up to $2,300+/month)

Book Stipend

Up to $1,000/year for books and supplies

Transfer to Family

Can transfer benefits to spouse or children

How to Apply:

Call 1-888-442-4551 or visit benefits.va.gov/gibill. Free support to maximize your benefits.

Tax Credits & Free Filing

Get money back through tax credits. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) can be $600-$7,400. Free tax filing through IRS and military programs.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

$600-$7,400 tax refund for low-to-moderate income families

Child Tax Credit

Up to $2,000 per child under 17

Military Tax Benefits

Combat pay exclusion, moving expense deductions

Free Tax Filing

IRS Free File, MilTax (free for military), VITA volunteers

Visit IRS.gov for Free Filing

Small Business Support

Start your own business with SBA loans, free business training, mentorship, and government contracts set aside for veteran-owned businesses.

SBA Veterans Advantage

Lower interest rates, fee waivers, up to $5 million in loans

Call 1-800-U-ASK-SBA

Boots to Business

Free entrepreneurship training program

SCORE Mentorship

Free business mentoring from experienced entrepreneurs

Federal Contracts

3% of federal contracts set aside for veteran businesses

Survivor & Dependent Benefits

America takes care of your family. Spouses, children, and dependents receive monthly payments, education benefits, home loans, and healthcare.

Dependency & Indemnity Compensation (DIC)

$1,560+/month for surviving spouses, plus $350/month per child

Survivor Pension

Up to $1,000+/month for low-income surviving families

Education Benefits for Dependents

Up to 45 months of education benefits for children/spouse

Home Loan Guaranty

Surviving spouses can use VA home loans

Grants & Scholarships

Thousands of organizations offer grants and scholarships specifically for veterans and immigrants. Free money for education, housing, emergencies, and more.

Pell Grants

Up to $7,395/year for college (apply at fafsa.gov)

Military Scholarships

Hundreds of scholarships for veterans and military families

Specially Adapted Housing (SAH)

Up to $109,000 grant for home modifications (disabilities)

State Veteran Benefits

Many states offer additional grants, property tax exemptions

AMERICA INVESTS IN YOUR SUCCESS

These benefits aren't charity — they're what you've EARNED through your service and contributions to America. From monthly disability pay to zero-down home loans, from free education to emergency grants when you need help.

You served your country. Now your country serves you. This is our promise.

Need Help Right Now?

Financial Crisis

Facing eviction, utility shutoff, can't afford food?

Call 211 Now (24/7)

VA Benefits Help

Questions about disability, pensions, or any VA benefit?

Call 1-800-827-1000
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