Fort Worth Veteran Services: Forward Home Program

How it works

The City of Fort Worth says it offers veteran programs that provide one-time financial assistance to help eligible veterans and their families. The Forward Home Program is the rental, mortgage, and utility assistance option described on the page.

What the money covers

The page says the program can pay for:

• Rent
• Mortgage payments
• Utility payments

The stated purpose is to prevent Texas veterans and their families from becoming homeless and to support housing stability.

Who it is for

The page says the program is open to:

• Veterans
• Military members on active duty
• Surviving spouses

The page also says that, depending on the number of requests, funding for some programs may be limited or unavailable.

Amounts and matching

• No dollar limit is stated on the page
• No matching requirement is stated
• The page says funds are supported by grants from the Texas Veterans Commission

How to apply

The page says to obtain a Veterans Assistance application by:

• Calling 817-392-VETS (8387), or
• Emailing CAP_VeteranServices@FortWorthTexas.gov

Applicants must complete the form and submit the required documentation. The page says the team will review the application and respond promptly.

Timing and deadlines

• No application deadline is stated
• The page describes the assistance as one-time financial assistance
• Preference is given to discharged veterans over active duty; if funds are running out, veterans are served first