Veterans Temporary Assistance

(Tioga County Office)

The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) recognizes that sometimes unforeseen circumstances cause financial burden on veterans and their families.

The VTA provides temporary financial assistance of up to $1,600 in a 12-month period to veterans or their surviving spouses who reside in Pennsylvania for the necessities of life (food, shelter, fuel and clothing).

Eligibility

• Have served in the Armed Forces of the United States
• Have been discharged under honorable conditions after a period of active duty, other than active duty for training, as evidenced by a DD Form 214 or other official documentation, or
• Have died in service or been killed in action, or
• Have suffered a service-connected disability as certified by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Be a bona fide resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Documents Needed:

• Pictures of Flood Damage
• Driver’s License
• DD-214
• Complete Bank Statements (if able to provide)
• Marriage Certificate (for surviving spouses of Veterans)

Documents can be emailed to: tcveterans@tiogacountypa.us