State Veterans Home Construction Grant Program

The State Veterans Home Construction Grant Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under the Construction of State Home Facilities, offers financial assistance to State and Federally recognized Tribal governments for the construction or renovation of facilities serving veterans. These facilities must be state or tribal government-owned and operated, and provide skilled nursing, domiciliary, or adult day health care services. The program is governed by Public Law 117-58 (Build America, Buy America Act), which mandates that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in these infrastructure projects must be domestically produced in the United States. The purpose of this grant is to support the development and modernization of extended care facilities for veterans. The VA may contribute up to 65% of the total project costs, with the remaining cost to be borne by the applicant. The intent is to improve the quality, capacity, and accessibility of care available to veterans across the country through capital infrastructure projects. Projects supported include both new construction and life safety renovations, depending on the applicant’s need and facility type. Only State and Federally recognized Tribal governments are eligible to apply for this program. Private organizations, non-profits, religious institutions, and individuals are explicitly excluded. Applicants must submit an initial application that includes comprehensive documentation of project scope, budgets, schematics, safety certifications (if applicable), and state-level designations. For Adult Day Health Care, Bed Replacement, or New Construction projects, additional documentation is required, including space program analysis, financial and capital planning, and occupancy projections. These requirements are detailed in the project checklist, with corresponding forms such as VA Form 10-0388-1, 10-0388-3, and 10-0388-4. The application process involves submitting a complete initial package through Grants.gov by April 15 to be considered for the following fiscal year's priority list. The application is then reviewed and logged into MAX.gov, where additional documents will be submitted. Applicants will receive automated confirmation of submission as well as an email assigning an FAI number and project page link. While applications are accepted on a rolling basis, the annual priority list deadline governs consideration for the upcoming fiscal year. To be included in the FY 2026 priority list, applications must be submitted by April 15, 2025. The total estimated program funding is $171 million, with award ceilings matching that figure and floors starting at $260,000. There is no defined number of awards indicated in the notice. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the State Home Construction Grant Program team for additional assistance or clarification. The primary point of contact is accessible via the program’s dedicated email: VHA12GECSVHConstructionInquiries@va.gov. The program remains active and is currently accepting applications.