AUSTIN, TX – Governor Greg Abbott today announced over $7.7 million in grants awarded to veteran service organizations in South-Central Texas, including the San Antonio area. The funding,distributed through the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC),will support critical services for nearly 40,000 veterans,their dependents,adn surviving spouses across the state.
This latest round of grants is part of a record-breaking $46.3 million investment in over 200 grants awarded to 175 organizations statewide. Since 2009, the FVA programme has awarded more than $359 million through over 1,600 grants, demonstrating a sustained commitment to supporting those who have served. The grants cover a broad spectrum of needs, from emergency financial assistance and transportation to legal services, family support, and housing assistance.Several organizations in the San Antonio region will receive significant funding. Family Endeavors, Inc. was awarded $450,000 for financial assistance and $500,000 for clinical counseling. Honor Veterans Now will receive $350,000 for Support Services, while Meals on Wheels San Antonio is slated to receive a combined $500,000 – $300,000 for Support Services and $200,000 for the Housing for Texas Heroes program.Additional grant recipients include Project MEND ($175,000 for support Services), san Antonio Food bank ($50,000 for homeless veteran support), San Antonio Metropolitan Ministry, Inc. ($125,000 for financial assistance), TBI Warrior Foundation ($50,000 for skill-based training support), The Salvation Army - San Antonio ($200,000 for financial assistance), Val Verde County ($50,000 for transportation services), and Operation Finally Home ($350,000 for Housing for Texas Heroes). West texas Counseling & Guidance will also receive $500,000 for clinical counseling.
Funding for these grants is primarily generated by the Texas Lottery’s games designated for veteran support, with additional contributions from vehicle registration and hunting/fishing license donations. Veterans seeking assistance can find a directory of organizations and contact information at tvc.texas.gov/fund.
