The Sgt. David J. Smith Veterans Relief Fund Grant
The Sgt. David J. Smith Veterans Relief Fund Grant supports veterans and families in Frederick County with housing, utilities, healthcare, and job training costs to relieve unforeseen financial distress.
Funder: Community Foundation of Frederick County
Due Dates: Rolling (year-round, while funding remains available)
Funding Amounts: $500–$2,000 per grant
Summary: Provides relief for veterans and their families in Frederick County, Maryland, facing unforeseen financial distress.
Key Information: A nonprofit organization must apply on behalf of the household; individuals cannot apply directly.
Description
The Sgt. David J. Smith Veterans Relief Fund Grant is administered by the Community Foundation of Frederick County to support veterans and their families experiencing unforeseen financial distress. It provides household hardship relief rather than research funding, within the Foundation’s broader mission of improving quality of life in Frederick County. A nonprofit organization applies on behalf of the household, and support is limited to eligible Frederick County, Maryland, residents.
Assistance can address housing costs, utilities, healthcare-related expenses, job training, and services that strengthen and sustain the family unit. These examples are not an exhaustive list of supported expenses. The Foundation’s Community Impact Department manages the program, with applications evaluated for alignment with the fund’s priorities and the eligibility of the veteran household.
