Governor Hochul announced a new round of funding to for veterans’ organizations across the state.
Capital grants are now available to expand services for organizations serving veterans, service members, and, military families. Hochul’s executive budget includes proposals to enhance veteran suicide prevention initiatives and expand support to Gold Star families.
At least $1.35 million is available through the third round of the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP) distributed by the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York to expand and enhance quality services available to the state’s veterans, service members and military families.
$3.65 million in grants to 57 qualifying veterans’ organizations statewide was previously provided through the first two rounds of this program.
“I am deeply grateful to New York’s courageous servicemen and women whose selfless sacrifice protects our country and all that we cherish,” Governor Hochul said. “We owe them the same measure of devotion as they have shown to us and this funding will help them access quality services for them and their families.”
Through strategic funding, veterans’ organizations can modernize their facilities, broaden their services, and significantly enhance the lives of those who have served our country.
New York State Department of Veterans’ Services Commissioner Viviana DeCohen said, “Thanks to the Governor’s leadership, we are not just enhancing services, we are building a brighter future that honors the service and sacrifices of our Veterans and ensures they receive the care and recognition they so deeply deserve.”
To qualify for this funding, at least 75 percent of the organization’s current members must be veterans or service members of the United States Military, with military family members comprising the majority of all remaining members. The organization must verify to the State that their principal purpose is to provide services and resources to veterans, service members and military families.
Funding through the Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program is provided for architecture, design, engineering, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or expansion of an eligible facility; and purchase of eligible furnishings or equipment.
A webinar outlining the process for applicants will be posted April 9 and applicants may also submit questions through April 11, with answers posted no later than April 18. All applicants must be prequalified in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) at the time of application
The New York Department of Veterans’ Services can be reached at 888-838-7697 or its website to meet in-person or virtually with an accredited Veterans Benefits Advisor to ask any benefits related questions.