SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Department of Veterans Affairs announced nearly $1.8 million in grants to help homeless or at-risk vets.

The following South Dakota organizations are receiving grants:

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska (serving Charles Mix, SD) - $350,000

Cornerstone Rescue Mission $1,419,969

Throughout 2026, the grants will assist veterans across multiple areas, including:

Housing and housing counseling

Transportation

Health care

Childcare

Legal assistance

Financial planning

These grants are among the $818 million total funds nationwide provided by the VA.

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