Ohio State Benefits
Ohio Veterans Homes
It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio’s heroes — wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service who raised their right hand to protect our freedoms. We oversee two state-run facilities: one in Sandusky that dates back to 1888, and one in Georgetown which opened in 2003.
Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans’ Scholarship
Ohio provides the Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans Scholarship Program (60% service connected), which provides financial grants to the eligible children of some Ohio veterans. Although this program does not provide total cost for education, many who receive its benefits are also eligible for educational assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Military Injury Relief Fund (MIRF)
The Military Injury Relief Fund (MIRF) grants a tax-exempt monetary payment to military service members injured in a combat action as a member of the Armed Forces of the United States serving after October 7, 2001, and to individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress related to a combat action while serving after October 7, 2001. The payment is tax free, and varies year to year. The program runs from July 1 through June 30 of each year. Can I apply more than once for a MIRF grant? Yes! Per a change to the parameters on the program outlined in the Ohio Administrative Code that was approved Feb. 28, 2023, eligible veterans can apply up to three times for this compensation.
Job and Family Services
If you’re transitioning to civilian life or have previously separated from service, Ohio offers many benefits designed to assist you and your family. You’ll find a wealth of information, including lists of veteran-friendly employers, top careers for veterans, federal and state benefits and tools like the Military Skills Translator that will help you locate that next career.
Ohio Means Jobs
Transitioning to civilian life can be challenging. Veterans in Ohio have an edge in finding their next career. Find tools to help you succeed in your job search.
Other Ohio Benefits
The Ohio Promise is an educational program that allows any veteran to attend any state supported school in the State of Ohio and pay in-state resident rates.
The State of Ohio provides several benefits to totally disabled veterans, to include two free license plates, hunting and fishing licenses, and others. Purple Heart veterans may obtain Purple Heart license plates for motorcycles, trucks, or cars.