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Serving Veterans in the Commonwealth

That is our mission, our job, and our privilege. We work every day to make sure Kentucky's 295,000 veterans and their families receive all the benefits and services they have earned. Here you will find information on benefits counseling, skilled long-term care at state veterans centers, dignified interment at state veterans cemeteries, health care, education, employment and special programs for women veterans, homeless veterans and others.

Memorial Daay Weekend SaluteA wreath laying ceremony as a solemn tribute to the fallen was held ahead of the Memorial Day weekend at the Capitol Rotunda, in Frankfort, KY, May 22, 2025.

Memorial Day Weekend SaluteA wreath laying ceremony as a solemn tribute to the fallen was held ahead of the Memorial Day weekend at the Capitol Rotunda, in Frankfort, KY, May 22, 2025.

Community and Faith-Based Veterans ForumOn May 17, 2025, KDVA hosted the annual Faith-Based Veterans Forum in Louisville, KY. The event had several local community leaders as speakers, breakout sessions on suicide prevention, financial practices, legal resources and more available to veterans.

KDVA's Offices of Kentucky Veterans Services held an all OKVS training day in General Butler State Resort Park, in Carrollton, KY, March 19, 2025.

Empowering Women Veterans in Bullitt CountyDina Parrott, KDVA’s Women Veteran Program Coordinator, hosted a powerful meet-up at Active Heroes in Shepherdsville, KY. Mayor Jose Cubero showed his support and pledged to honor women veterans with banners throughout the county.

WWII/Marine Corps Veteran Richard Kolodey celebrated his 100th birthday with his family, fellow friends, and members of American Legion Post 0243 in Sebree, KY Feb. 08, 2025. Kolodey was a turret gunner who participated in the air raids in Pacific.

Veterans Program Trust FundKentucky Veterans Program Trust Fund (VPTF) Board members and KDVA staff discuss potential grant applications during VPTF quarterly board meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Inaugural Veteran and Military Family ConferenceAl Duncan addresses attendees about the function of the state cemeteries and benefits available to veterans Feb. 4, 2025, in Louisville, KY during the Inaugural Veteran and Military Family Conference.

National Cemetery Administration Stewardship AwardThe National Cemetery Administration presented the Stewardship Award to the staff of the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North in Williamstown, KY, Dec. 12, 2024.

National Cemetery Administration Operational ExcellenceThe National Cemetery Administration presented the Operational Excellence Award to the staff of the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, KY, Dec. 11, 2024.

5K Run Walk Oct 11, 2025Early announcement! Register NOW for our KDVA 5K Run Walk for Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 at the E.P. Tom Sawyer Park, Louisville, KY. To register click on the flyer to be redirected to the registration site.

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Benefits and Compensation

Veteran Employment

Women Veterans

Homeless Veterans

Education Programs

Resources

NEW VSO Honors Stipend Form 2025-CLICK HERE

Pay Rate Increased for services starting January 1st. Service MUST have been performed in 2025 to use new form.

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Donate to Kentucky's Veterans

Support veterans programs throughout Kentucky that do not otherwise have state funding.

Annual Report

KDVA FY23 Annual Report July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023

Strategic Plan

KDVA Strategic Plan
FY 2024 to 2028

KDVA Benefits and Services

A Summary Document of Kentucky Military and Veterans Benefits

Program Trust Fund

Direct funding for projects and programs that help Kentucky’s veterans, for which other funds are not available.

Show Your Support

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'I Support' or a 'Military Service Plate'.

Veterans Home Admissions

You can apply for admission to one of our State Veterans Homes online.
It's quick and easy!

Online Services

Request Your Military Records

Complete the following form and mail to our office.

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Veteran Transportation

Transportation for Veterans to Medical/Behavioral Health Appointments

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Veteran ID Card

Find out how to apply for a Veteran ID Card.

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In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, this Department’s services, assistance, and activities are available to all without regard to race, color, or national origin.