SVH RN Grant; Nurse Retention Grant
This VA grant funds State Veterans Homes to create innovative incentive programs that recruit and retain direct-care nurses, aiming to eliminate nursing shortages through evidence-based approaches.
Funder: Department of Veterans Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $3,496–$294,377 per SVH in FY25; up to 50% of program costs; total FY25 funding ~$3.5M
Summary: Supports State Veterans Homes in implementing programs to hire and retain direct-care nurses, reducing shortages through targeted incentives.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; annual application required; only direct-care nursing roles eligible.
Description
This grant provides financial support to State Veterans Homes (SVHs) to develop and implement innovative employee incentive programs aimed at hiring and retaining nurses who provide direct clinical care. The goal is to address and eliminate nursing shortages in SVHs by funding initiatives such as sign-on bonuses, student loan forgiveness, short-term scholarships for continuing education, and workplace improvements. Funded activities must be distinct from standard employee benefits and are expected to resolve nursing shortages within a three-year period. The program is administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Geriatrics and Extended Care office, and requires rigorous annual reporting and demonstration of program effectiveness.
