The West Michigan Veterans Coalition Military Family Assistance fund is a limited financial assistance program established to address immediate quality-of-life needs of military-connected families during a time of temporary financial hardship.
Be able to supply proof that you live within Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Lake, Kent, Mason, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola, or Ottawa County.
Be a current or former member of the Armed Forces, or a spouse of a current or former member of the Armed Forces.
Documentation
The following documentation is required for the application.
- A copy of your DD-214, retirement letter, NGB-22, letter of discharge, letter from current unit commander if still serving, or current orders.
- Provide proof of residence (current driver’s license, voter registration, state ID).
- Bills or account statements regarding the items you are seeking assistance with.
- If this is a repair, please provide at least two estimates.
- If this is a rent payment request, please provide your full lease.
- Marriage and /or death certificate if you are a spouse who is applying.
- Copy of last two months of bank statements.
The West Michigan Veterans Coalition reserves the right to deny a request or to pay only a partial payment of the requested amount.
You may only apply once from the date of application for the West Michigan Veterans Coalition Military Family Assistance Fund.
All checks will be written out to the vendor. Direct questions to West Michigan Veterans Coalition at 616-209-8563 or info@westmichiganveterans.org.
Submit Your Application: Military Family Assistance Fund
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