Veterans in Crisis

What is the Veterans in Crisis (VIC) Grant?

The Veterans in Crisis (VIC) Grant is designed to offer one-time financial assistance to veterans and military personnel encountering legitimate financial crises. Whether it’s related to housing, transportation, medical expenses, utilities, or groceries, the VIC Grant aims to provide a helping hand during times of need.

Areas of Assistance

The VIC Grant covers several essential areas:

Medication/Treatment

Support with copays and insurance payments for necessary medications and treatments.

Housing

Assistance with rental payments, mortgage, security deposits, and related expenses.

Transportation

Aid with car payments, fuel costs, and car repairs to ensure mobility.

Utilities

Help with essential utility bills such as electricity, water, and gas.

Groceries

Assistance in purchasing groceries to meet basic nutritional needs.

Application Process

To apply for the VIC Grant, follow these steps:

Step-1

Complete Application

Fill out pages 1 and 3 of the VIC application form. Ensure all necessary information is provided accurately.

Step-2

Provide Documentation

Include relevant documentation such as utility bills, lease agreements, mortgage statements, etc., to support your application.

Step-3

Submission

Once all three pages of the application are completed and documentation is gathered, submit the application to [email protected]. Efforts are being made to enable online submission through the website for convenience.

Step-4

Verification

Page 2 of the application must be completed by a verifying authority who can confirm your military service. Examples of verifying authorities include Veteran's Service Officers, TN National Guard Military and Family Readiness Specialists, Veteran Organization Officers, VA Social Workers, among others.

Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. You can expect to receive a determination within 72 hours of submission. If you have any questions or require assistance with the application process, please contact Megan at 731-988-8908.

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