Click here to read more about eligibility requirements and to see the application. If you have additional questions, visit in.gov/dva or call (317) 232-3910.
The Military Family Relief Fund COVID-19 Emergency Assistance program is designed to assist military families that are experiencing financial hardship. The funds are provided to assist these families in sustaining essential household expenses during this National Emergency. In combination with utilizing MFRF, the Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs offers several other services that will give the service member every opportunity to provide a steady life for their family.
The service member must be serving honorably or must have received an honorable or under honorable conditions discharge. Qualified Service Members may be eligible for the fund if they have at least 12-months of active duty.
The emergency grant may be used on a case by case basis by families for up to 2 months of household needs such as food, housing, utilities, medical services, child care, and other essential family support which has become difficult to afford.
Required Documents:
-Application includes: General Information, Grant Request, Budget Worksheet, W9 (must have handwritten signature), Direct Deposit Form (must have handwritten or digital signature), Authorization to Release Information form (include spousal information if married).
-Statement letter signed by the veteran (explaining IN DETAIL your hardship and how the COVID-19 emergency has effected you).
-DD214 that shows the type of discharge.
-2 months of current bills, invoices, for all items you are asking for assistance with.
-Most current month's complete bank statements for all accounts you own; showing all deposits and withdrawals for 30 days.
-Evidence of income for applicant and spouse (last 2 pay stubs, VA compensation, SSA, retirement, cash assistance, unemployment, etc.)
-A letter from your employer verifying that your employment income has been interrupted.
Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs
Submit Applications by: Fax: 317-232-7721 Email: MFRF@dva.in.gov
For questions please contact the following:
Lynn Dickey: 317-232-3914 Kay Ross: 317-234-8653 Nicole Vandyke: 317-234-8656