Veteran Financial Assistance
Limited to once per year.
Utility payments
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Electric
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Water
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Gas
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Garbage
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Internet
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Beneficiary household’s primary cell phone service (includes connection & re-connection fees, late fees, and payments in arrears)
Transportation assistance
Daily, weekly, & monthly rides for basic needs, including work, school, & medical appointments
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Bus, train, & metro rail passes​
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Ride-share & cab fare in local area
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Vehicle needs
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Fuel & repair
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Insurance
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Loan payment to beneficiary's primary vehicle
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Funeral costs
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Funeral and interment services (excludes indigent veteran services, receptions, and celebrations of life.)
Mortgage/rent payments
Includes:​
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Escrow payments
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Rental application fees, deposits, late fees, and payments
Restorative dental care
Necessary emergency procedures consisting of:
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Dental implants
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Dentures
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Fillings
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Crowns
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Tooth extractions
Food
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Perishable and non-perishable food in accordance with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
To qualify:
Must be a veteran, dependent, or surviving spouse that can demonstrate financial need.
The client must be the person named on mortgage, rent, utility, loan, vehicle title, or other bill/invoice presented for financial assistance.
Required documents for application:
1. Proof of veteran status
2. Statement of financial need (Click here)
3. Most recent bank statement to validate the financial need
4. PDF copy of the most recent bill(s) (we cannot accept screenshots or photos)
5. We may require additional documents depending on your individual situation
Contact:
This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.TVC.Texas.gov.