Temporary assistance for veterans and their families

The purpose of the Special Needs Grant is to provide one-time financial assistance to a veteran or surviving spouse to promote stability and prevent homelessness.

You are eligible for this if you are:

  1. A veteran as defined by MN Statute 197.447, or the surviving spouse (who has not remarried) of a deceased veteran, and
  2. A Minnesota Resident, and
  3. Can demonstrate a financial need that cannot be met with existing income and assets

Note: Two veterans married to each other are entitled to their own separate Special Needs Grants.

If possible, have the following information ready.

  • Veteran's name and date of birth and social security number
  • Discharge information (DD214)
  • Proof of residency (MN driver's license / ID card, voter registration card, rent receipt, utility bill)
  • Verification of income (last 3 pay stubs, other documents from social security administration, veterans administration or a tax return)
  • Two of the most recent bank statements (all pages)

Call Us at 507-328-6355 or self-schedule for an appointment on the Olmsted County Veterans Appointment Calendar

Office hours 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Appointments taken: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

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