Veterans Compensation for Service-Connected Disability
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
Compensate Veterans for disabilities incurred in or aggravated during military service according to the average impairment in earning capacity such disability would cause in civilian occupations.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
Persons who have suffered disabilities resulting from service in the Armed Forces of the United States. The disability must have been incurred during or aggravated by service in the line of duty. Separation from service must have been under other than dishonorable conditions for the period in which the disability was incurred or aggravated.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Awards are authorized at the regional office.
Most applications completed in 180 days or less.
Program details & compliance
Description
Compensate Veterans for disabilities incurred in or aggravated during military service according to the average impairment in earning capacity such disability would cause in civilian occupations.
Mission Categories
Primary: Veterans Services
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
No restrictions.
Required Documentation
DD Form 214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty".