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$7 Million Grants to Boost Rural Veterans' Transportation Access

4/11/2026

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced $7 million in grants to expand rural veterans’ transportation.
The funding targets access for 4.7 million rural veterans, including 2.8 million who rely on VA care.
Grants will support Veteran Service Organizations and State Veterans Service Agencies providing free transportation to VA appointments.
Applications for funding are open until May 5, 2026.
The Hollis, Arkansas veteran must travel over 1,000 miles for care.

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced $7 million in grants to expand rural veterans’ transportation.
The funding targets access for 4.7 million rural veterans, including 2.8 million who rely on VA care.
Grants will support Veteran Service Organizations and State Veterans Service Agencies providing free transportation to VA appointments.
Applications for funding are open until May 5, 2026.
The Hollis, Arkansas veteran must travel over 1,000 miles for care.