Post Grant Application Guidelines
The New Mexico Veterans and Families Foundation considers grant requests from New Mexico veterans’ posts for projects benefiting veterans and military families.
Eligibility: Posts must be in good standing with their parent organization and have post approval to apply.
Eligible projects: Essential repairs, accessibility improvements, equipment, veteran assistance programs, and emergency recovery.
Describe the need: Explain the project, who will benefit, expected results, and why financial assistance is needed.
Provide a budget: Include the amount requested, total project cost, available post funds, and other funding sources.
Include supporting documents: Submit post approval, Commander and Quartermaster signatures, and relevant photographs. Provide two estimates for construction or major purchases whenever practical.
Include a timeline: Identify anticipated start and completion dates.
Apply before work begins: Expenses incurred before approval are generally ineligible.
Board approval required: Awards depend on need, project merit, and available funds. Applications do not guarantee funding.
Follow award conditions: Use funds only for the approved purpose and meet any matching requirements.
Report results: Submit receipts and a completion report within 30 days after completion. Return unused funds unless another use is approved.
Email applications to: NMVet26@gmail.com
Click Here to download the application.
Veteran Assistance Grant Guidelines
The New Mexico Veterans and Families Foundation considers assistance requests from veterans and military families experiencing unexpected financial hardship.
Complete the application: Provide contact information and documentation verifying military service or eligible family status.
Explain the hardship: Describe the circumstances, assistance needed, and how the grant will help.
Specify the amount: Include the amount requested and supporting bills, invoices, or estimates.
Describe available resources: Identify income, other assistance received or requested, and the remaining financial need.
Provide accurate information: Sign the application and include all required supporting documents.
Approval required: Assistance depends on eligibility, demonstrated need, and available funds. Applying does not guarantee an award.
Payment: Approved assistance may be paid directly to the service provider or vendor.
Privacy: Application information will be used to review and administer the assistance request.
Email applications to: NMVet26@gmail.com
Click Here to download the application.
