Veterans Cemetery Grants

The Veterans Cemetery Grants Program provides funding to states, U.S. territories, federally recognized tribal governments, and counties to establish, expand, or improve veterans cemeteries. The program aims to increase access to burial options for veterans and their eligible family members. The grants can cover up to 100% of the development cost for an approved project. Key requirements for the grant include: • The cemetery must be owned and operated by the state, territory, or tribal government. • The cemetery must be operated solely for the interment of veterans and their eligible family members. • The cemetery must comply with the Build America, Buy America Act requirements. • The grant recipient must maintain compliance with the EIN, UEI, and SAM requirements for the duration of the grant. Some of the key benefits of the grant include: • Up to 100% funding for development costs. • Ability to establish, expand, or improve veterans cemeteries. • Access to burial options for veterans and their eligible family members. • Compliance with federal regulations and standards.