Coronavirus: Walz Announces $6.2 Million For Minnesota Veterans

TWIN CITIES, MN — Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that Minnesota veterans impacted by the new coronavirus may be eligible for financial assistance grants from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.

The $6.2 million in total funding was included in the COVID-19 response package passed by the lawmakers and signed into law by the governor on March 28.

MDVA will award one-time financial relief grants in the amount of $1,000. Funding is available for both disaster relief and special needs, according to a news release.

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"Our veterans—those who raised their hand to serve our country—deserve our support during this challenging time," stated Walz. "I encourage all veterans who may be struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for a grant."

Eligible Applicants must be:

1. A veteran or the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran as defined by MN Statute 197.447;
2. A Minnesota resident, and;
3. Negatively financial impacted by COVID-19.

To apply for a disaster relief grant, contact the local County Veterans Service Officer or email the MDVA at FO.MDVA@state.mn.us or apply online.

To apply for a special needs grant, contact your local County Veterans Service Officer or email the MDVA.

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