ForecastedFederal grantVA-NCA-VLGP-FY2027

Veterans Legacy Grants Program

Veterans Legacy Grants ProgramCloses Apr 9, 2027(178 days left)$50,000 – $400,000

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This is a VA National Cemetery Administration grant for schools, colleges, state governments, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits to research Veterans' cemeteries and build educational materials and community programs about the Veterans buried there. Awards run $50,000 to $400,000 with about 10 expected nationally. For-profit businesses, including small businesses and sole proprietors, cannot apply and should not spend time on it.

Best for
State governments, Colleges and universities (public, state-controlled, or private), 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Independent school districts
Not for
For-profit businesses of any size, including small businesses and sole proprietorships, Organizations with no connection to education, research, or Veterans' history, Applicants seeking general operating or business funding
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Education & TrainingMatches your industry (education)
59
Good Match
Social Services & NonprofitMatches your industry (community)
53
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
51
Possible Match
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
51
Possible Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
Worth Exploring
Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
Worth Exploring
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
Worth Exploring
Finance & BankingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
Worth Exploring
Food & BeverageLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Housing & Real EstateLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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ManufacturingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Technology & SoftwareLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Research, Education, Technical assistance
Who can apply
State and local governments, Colleges and universities, Nonprofits
Award range
$50,000 – $400,000

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is April 9, 2027.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
Awards range from $50,000 to $400,000, with about 10 awards expected from a total program funding of $2,200,000.
Who can apply for this grant?
State governments, private and public institutions of higher education, 501(c)(3) nonprofits (other than institutions of higher education), and independent school districts can apply. For-profit businesses, including small businesses, are not eligible.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
No. The eligible applicant types are governments, higher education institutions, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits; for-profit businesses, including small businesses, cannot apply.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education) are eligible applicants.

Summary

VA National Cemetery Administration grants for educational institutions and other eligible entities to research national, State, and Tribal Veterans' cemeteries, produce educational materials about interred Veterans, and promote community engagement with their histories. Awards range from $50,000 to $400,000.

About this grant

VLGP will provide grants to eligible entities for the purpose of conducting cemetery research related to national, State, or Tribal Veterans’ cemeteries; producing educational materials that teach about the history of Veterans interred in national, State, or Tribal Veterans’ cemeteries; and promoting community engagement with the histories of Veterans interred in national, State, or Tribal Veterans’ cemeteries.

Who can apply

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) is awarding grants for a maximum of $400,000 per awardee through the Veterans Legacy Grants Program (VLGP), authorized under 38 U.S.C. 2400 note to provide funding to educational institutions and other eligible entities to conduct cemetery research and produce educational tools for the public to utilize and learn about the histories of Veterans interred in VA national cemeteries and VA grant-funded State and Tribal Veterans' cemeteries. This notice includes information about the process for applying for a VLGP grant; criteria for evaluating applications; priorities related to the award of grants; and other requirements and guidance regarding VLGP grants

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Education
  • Veterans
  • History
  • Community development

Program contact

John D Williams Sr. Grants Management Specialist Office of Engagement and Memorial Innovationsvlgp@va.gov3143484073

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