Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program (VSTAGP)
This VA grant funds organizations to deliver career transition and support services that improve employment and stability for separated service members and their spouses.
Funder: Department of Veterans Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per year for up to 5 years (VA funds no more than 50% of total project costs; 1:1 match required)
Summary: Funds organizations to provide career transition support and resources to separated service members and their spouses.
Key Information: Mandatory 1:1 cost share; only one application per applicant per service area permitted.
Description
The Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program (VSTAGP) is a Department of Veterans Affairs initiative designed to support organizations providing transition assistance services to separated, retired, or discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their spouses. The program funds comprehensive support activities such as resume writing, interview training, job recruitment preparation, and related services that help veterans and their spouses achieve emotional, physical, and economic stability as they move to civilian life. Grantees may also provide referrals to healthcare, childcare, and transportation resources as part of a holistic transition approach. The program emphasizes measurable outcomes in employment and financial well-being for veterans and their families.
