1. If the service member is active duty, submit a copy of the most recent orders to a WTU or medical hold.

2. If the service member is a medically retired veteran, submit a copy of the VA paperwork that contains the disability percentage (rated 30% or more) and diagnosis and form DD214.

4. One of three forms of identification – either A) a copy of the completed Form 1172, Application for Uniformed Services Identification (DEERS Form), OR B) a copy of the child’s birth certificate if he/she is the biological child of the deployed service member, OR C) copy of DEERS/MilConnect Service Member/Veteran profile page with child listed as dependent.

4. Documentation of the cost of the activity, such as a flyer, brochure, or a letter from the organization which clearly states the cost of the program and contact information. Letters must be typed (Hand-written fees will not be accepted.) and on official letterhead. Grant requests for tutoring services provided by an individual must include a copy of the tutor’s teaching certificate.

5. A letter from the service member/veteran’s case manager, certifying that the service member/veteran is A) currently receiving treatment for injuries sustained in support of any post 9/11 overseas contingency operation, B) sustained combat-related injuries while deployed in support of any post 9/11 overseas contingency operation.

6. Grant approvals are always subject to the availability of funds.

• Only one check will be issued per child.
• Children who are age 5 through 12th grade are eligible for grants.
• No single grant can exceed $500.
• Grant checks are issued directly to the organization providing the activity or tutoring – there are no exceptions.
• A child may only receive one grant per deployment.
• Applications for grants will be acknowledged in writing within 10 business days of receipt. The child will receive a congratulatory packet notifying him/her of the award.The check is enclosed in the child’s packet for the family to hand deliver to the service provider.
• All funding from the grant must be used for the purpose stated on the application or full repayment of the grant will be requested.
• Incomplete and illegible applications will not be processed.
• Applications may be deferred if further information is needed to verify eligibility. Grants are awarded at the sole discretion of the grant committee of Our Military Kids, Inc.