Rhode Island Family Relief Fund
One-time grant up to $5,000 per military/immediate family member for RI Guard/Reserve, active-duty with RI home of record, with casualty or emergency financial need.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Other Benefits — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Up to $5,000
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Rhode Island Family Relief Fund?
Rhode Island Family Relief Fund is a Rhode Island other benefits benefit for active duty, national guard, reservists. One-time grant up to $5,000 per military/immediate family member for RI Guard/Reserve, active-duty with RI home of record, with casualty or emergency financial need. The listed value is Up to $5,000.
Who qualifies
- Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Military member in good standing with a RI unit, or active-duty service member with RI as home of record; registered in DEERS with at least 1 year of satisfactory service. Must demonstrate either a casualty (Purple Heart injury, death, MIA, POW from GWOT or contingency operations) OR an emergency financial need.
Covered expenses (not limited to): rent/mortgage, utilities, medical services/prescriptions, insurance, or vehicle payments. All grants require board approval.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: vets.ri.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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