Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance Program (VEFAP)
Bureau of Maine Veterans' Services
Emergency grants up to $2,000 for Maine veterans facing financial crisis. Covers rent, utilities, food, medical expenses, and other essential needs. No repayment required.
Who can use this?
Maine veterans experiencing a financial emergency. Must demonstrate financial need and that the emergency is beyond their ability to resolve without assistance.
About this resource
The Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance Program (VEFAP) provides emergency financial grants to Maine veterans who are experiencing a financial crisis. Grants of up to $2,000 help cover essential needs such as rent, utilities, food, medical expenses, and transportation. This is grant assistance, not a loan, so no repayment is required.
Services offered
- Emergency grants up to $2,000
- Rent and utility assistance
- Food assistance
- Medical expense assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Other essential needs
What to expect
Call the VEFAP line to discuss your situation. A representative will assess your eligibility and guide you through the application process. Processing times vary based on the urgency of the situation.
What to bring
DD-214, proof of Maine residency, documentation of the financial emergency (bills, notices), income information, and bank statements.