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Veterans Assistance Fund offered at Benton County Department of Human Services

Provides assistance for Benton and Franklin County Veterans, their families, and the families of deceased Veterans who meet the eligibility criteria for assistance. Community referrals to partner agencies for housing, case management services, VA claims and other services are given when needed. Services may include: utility assistance, rental/mortgage assistance, application fee/background checks for housing or pre-employment, up to 1 week in a motel for homeless veterans, bus passes, food vouchers, burial expenses (up to $1,000), necessary safety equipment required by employer to gain employment, dental assistance (up to $2,000), and childcare assistance.

Location

7102 West Okanogan Place, Kennewick, WA 99336

Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm.

Application process

Call to speak with a program specialist.

Eligibility

Benton and Franklin County Veterans, their families, and the families of deceased Veterans, who meet the eligibility criteria for assistance. Call for more details.

Fee

None.

Languages

Spanish

Agency info

Benton County Department of Human Services

The office responsible for managing human service programs for Benton and Franklin Counties in the area of developmental disabilities, housing, and prevention.