Veterans Financial Assistance is available to eligible Will County Veterans whose household income falls below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level. Financial assistance is paid directly to approved vendors for housing, utilities, food, transportation, and other essential needs.

Our goal is not only to provide temporary financial relief, but to help Veterans move toward long-term stability and self-sufficiency.

How the Program Works

Participating landlords, mortgage companies, and service providers work directly with the Veterans Assistance Commission through our approved vendor process. Each vendor receives a unique identification number so payments can be processed efficiently and tracked accurately.

Veterans receiving financial assistance who are medically able to work are also required to participate in our Employment Assistance Program (EAP). The program connects Veterans with employment specialists throughout Will County.

Employment Partners

Veterans may be referred to one or more of the following community partners:

• Goodwill Workforce Connection
• Will County Workforce Connection
• Illinois Department of Employment Security
• Department of Veteran Affairs – Compensated Work Therapy
• Workforce Therapy Program
• Local employer Human Resource departments

Employment Assistance Program (EAP)

The EAP also hosts a monthly meeting at the VAC Boardroom where community organizations introduce Veterans to employment opportunities, training programs, and local resources.

By combining financial assistance with employment support and case management, our program helps Veterans build lasting independence while reducing future financial hardship.