Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program
Free burial including space, grave liner, headstone, and perpetual care at four state veterans cemeteries.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — Kansas
- Who it's for
- Veterans, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Free burial services
- Where it applies
- Kansas
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program?
Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program is a Kansas burial & memorial benefit for veterans, national guard, reservists, spouses, survivors, dependents. Free burial including space, grave liner, headstone, and perpetual care at four state veterans cemeteries. The listed value is Free burial services.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Kansas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran discharged under other than dishonorable conditions (or National Guard/Reserve members with 20 qualifying years of service). Spouses, surviving spouses, and dependent children are also eligible.
What Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program covers
Covers
At no charge: burial space, grave liner, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, headstone or marker, placement of cremation remains, and scattering garden access.
Locations
Fort Dodge, WaKeeney, Winfield, and Fort Riley/Manhattan.
How to apply for Kansas Veterans Cemetery Program
How to apply
Contact the Kansas Office of Veterans Services.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: kovs.ks.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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